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Volvo XC90 vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (74,300 £ vs 90,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or Porsche Cayenne?

Volvo XC90 vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

Volvo XC90

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • barely lighter
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Porsche Cayenne

3.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

XC90

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Volvo XC90 is markedly cheaper – starting at 74,300 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 90,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,866 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC90 uses 3.4 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Porsche Cayenne offers significantly more range – reaching up to 668 km, about 599 km more than the Volvo XC90.

Cayenne

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne offers significantly more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 750 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers substantially more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 831 Nm more.

XC90

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC90 is barely lighter – 2,080 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries barely more – 710 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £90,200
Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 353 - 1,156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4 - 11 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 74 - 668 km
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Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Reviews Volvo XC90

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11 Nov 2025, 12:59:12

I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Volvo XC90
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Price
90,200 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
74 - 668 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
71 - 188 g/km
co2
0 - 249 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,983 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
600 - 710 kg
Payload
525 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 406 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC90?

The Volvo XC90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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