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Volvo XC90 vs VW Touran – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or VW Touran?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Touran has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35400 £, while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £. That’s a price difference of around 34367 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC90 manages with 3.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the VW Touran with 5.20 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC90 has a convincingly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 305 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the VW Touran takes 8.90 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Touran performs a bit better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC90 pulls convincingly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 349 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW Touran is distinct lighter – 1520 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 560 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers convincingly more room – 834 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 532 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Touran performs barely noticeable better – up to 1980 L, which is about 124 L more than the Volvo XC90.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 slightly takes the win – 710 kg compared to 601 kg. That’s a difference of about 109 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo XC90 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo XC90 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £69,800
XC90 @ Volvo Cars

Volvo XC90

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.5 - 8.5 L
  • Electric Range : 71 km

Volvo XC90

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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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VW Touran

The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
69800 - 84600 £
Price
35400 - 43900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
71 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
79 - 191 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
4953 mm
Length
4527 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1771 mm
Height
1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Max trunk capacity
1980 L
Payload
653 - 710 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 209 km/h
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Volvo XC90 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.