Volvo S90 alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Volvo S90, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Volvo S90 and are good next research steps.

from £46,200

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

Price 46,200 - 68,800 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP 184 - 392 HP
Consumption L/100km 5 - 7.8 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.6 - 7.9 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 300 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model 4er-Reihe
Modell 420d Gran Coupé, 430d Gran Coupé, 420i Gran Coupé, 430i Gran Coupé, M440i Gran Coupé
CO2 Efficiency Class E, D, F, G
Trim Level xDrive Steptronic, M Sportpaket Pro Steptronic, M Sportpaket xDrive Steptronic, Steptronic, M Sportpaket Steptronic, M Sportpaket Pro xDrive Steptronic, xDrive Steptronic Sport, M Sportpaket Pro xDrive Steptronic Sport
Power kW 135 - 288 kW
co2 131 - 179 g/km
Engine capacity 1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Curb weight 1,695 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity 470 L
Width 1,852 mm
Brand BMW
Payload 480 kg
Variant Gran Coupé, M Performance Gran Coupé

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe as a suitable alternative to Volvo S90

In the realm of luxury sedans, the BMW 4er Gran Coupe and the Volvo S90 offer distinct interpretations of elegance and performance. The 4er Gran Coupe captivates with its sporty handling and dynamic design, wrapped in BMW's hallmark driver-centric experience. Conversely, the Volvo S90 shines with its Scandinavian minimalism, prioritizing comfort and cutting-edge safety features, making it a top choice for those who value understated luxury and passenger well-being.

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

Quick data check: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

somewhat more power
significantly more efficient
clearly cheaper
only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
slightly lighter
barely more trunk space

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from £42,500

Volvo S60

Price 42,500 - 65,100 £
Body Type Sedan
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 197 - 455 HP
Consumption L/100km 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Electric Range 94 km
Battery Capacity 14.7 kWh
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.6 - 7.9 s
Model Year 2,022 - 2,024
Max Speed 180 km/h
Torque 300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Doors 4
Model S60/V60
Modell S60 B4, S60 B5, S60 T8
CO2 Efficiency Class E, F, B
Trim Level Plus Dark Geartronic, Plus Dark AWD Geartronic, Ultimate Dark AWD Geartronic, Polestar Engineered AWD Geartronic
Power kW 145 - 335 kW
co2 16 - 161 g/km
Engine capacity 1,969 cm3
Curb weight 1,715 - 2,039 kg
Fuel tank capacity 60 L
Trunk capacity 390 - 427 L
Length 4,778 mm
Width 1,850 mm
Height 1,431 mm
Brand Volvo
Payload 461 - 475 kg

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Quick data check: Volvo S60

only slightly more trunk space
significantly cheaper
a bit more efficient
very slightly more electric range
very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
slightly lighter

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from £50,500

Mercedes E-Class

Price 50,500 - 119,700 £
Body Type Sedan
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 186 - 585 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Electric Range 101 - 116 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4 - 8.5 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model E-Klasse
Modell E 200, E 450, E 53 Hybrid AMG, E 300 e, E 400 e, E 300 de, E 200 d, E 220 d, E 450 d
CO2 Efficiency Class E, F, B, D
Trim Level Avantgarde Advanced 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced Plus 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium Plus 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Advanced Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Premium 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Premium Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Edition 1 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G
Power kW 137 - 430 kW
co2 39 - 172 g/km
Engine capacity 1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Curb weight 1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity 370 - 540 L
Width 1,880 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Payload 530 - 640 kg
Variant Limousine, AMG Limousine

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Quick data check: Mercedes E-Class

significantly more efficient
visibly cheaper
markedly more power
markedly more electric range
slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
marginally lighter
moderately more trunk space

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from £58,300

Volvo XC60

Price 58,300 - 71,400 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 335 - 406 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.6 L/100km
Electric Range 79 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.9 - 5.7 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model XC60
Modell XC60 T6, XC60 T8
CO2 Efficiency Class B
Trim Level Essential AWD Geartronic, Core AWD Geartronic, Plus Black Edition AWD Geartronic, Plus Dark AWD Geartronic, Plus Bright AWD Geartronic, Ultra Black Edition AWD Geartronic, Ultra Dark AWD Geartronic, Ultra Bright AWD Geartronic
Power kW 247 - 299 kW
co2 59 g/km
Engine capacity 1,969 cm3
Curb weight 2,150 kg
Width 1,902 mm
Brand Volvo
Payload 510 kg

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Quick data check: Volvo XC60

a bit more power
significantly more efficient
slightly more electric range
barely quicker 0–100 km/h
slightly lighter
marginally cheaper

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from £62,300

Volvo V90

Price 62,300 - 71,700 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 398 - 455 HP
Consumption L/100km 0.8 L/100km
Electric Range 88 km
Battery Capacity 14.7 kWh
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.8 - 5.5 s
Model Year 2024
Max Speed 180 km/h
Torque 659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Doors 5
Model S90/V90
Modell V90 T6, V90 T8
CO2 Efficiency Class B
Trim Level Core AWD Automatik, Plus Bright AWD Automatik, Plus Dark AWD Automatik, Ultra Bright AWD Automatik, Ultra Dark AWD Automatik
Power kW 293 - 335 kW
co2 18 g/km
Engine capacity 1,969 cm3
Curb weight 2,075 kg
Fuel tank capacity 60 L
Trunk capacity 488 L
Length 4,945 mm
Width 1,879 mm
Height 1,472 mm
Brand Volvo
Max trunk capacity 1,454 L
Payload 515 kg

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Quick data check: Volvo V90

very slightly cheaper
marginally more electric range
barely quicker 0–100 km/h
barely lighter
barely more trunk space

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from £36,500

VW Passat

Price 36,500 - 58,500 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 122 - 272 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Electric Range 124 - 135 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.1 - 10.7 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Passat
Modell Passat Variant 1.5 eTSI ACT, Passat Variant 2.0 TDI, Passat Variant 1.5 eHybrid
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E, B
Trim Level DSG, Business DSG, Elegance DSG, R-Line DSG, Elegance 4MOTION DSG, R-Line 4MOTION DSG
Power kW 90 - 200 kW
co2 28 - 153 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Curb weight 1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity 510 - 690 L
Width 1,849 mm
Brand VW
Payload 501 - 577 kg
Variant Variant

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Quick data check: VW Passat

clearly more power
significantly more efficient
significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
clearly cheaper
markedly more electric range
clearly lighter
markedly more trunk space

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