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Volvo XC90 vs VW Caddy comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (74,300 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or VW Caddy?

Volvo XC90 vs VW Caddy: Key differences

Volvo XC90

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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Caddy

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Caddy is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,546 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy uses 0.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Caddy offers substantially more range – reaching up to 121 km, about 52 km more than the Volvo XC90.

Caddy

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC90 offers clearly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 256 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the VW Caddy takes 11.4 s. That’s about 6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers considerably more torque with 669 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 349 Nm more.

XC90

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy is clearly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 505 kg.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 710 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy stands well ahead of its rival 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 £27,800
Caddy

VW Caddy

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 116 - 121 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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Borstel
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.

VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Reviews VW Caddy

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Jakob Blans
12 May 2026, 16:22:17

A really lovely car with space for a wheelchair and much more, which we've had for almost 14 years and driven over 200,000 km with. Now the gearbox has failed and we'd like to buy a new one.

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Volvo XC90
VW Caddy

Costs and Consumption
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
71 - 188 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload
600 - 710 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 406 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC90?

The Volvo XC90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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