Comparing the BMW i5 and the Volvo XC90 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW i5 is available at ₹8,999,000, while the Volvo XC90 is priced at ₹10,000,000. On the engine front, the BMW i5 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Volvo XC90's 1969 cc, producing 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) and 184 kW / 250 hp respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 84.3 kWh NMC (6th gen) | 48V Li-ion |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1969 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD (eDrive40) / xDrive AWD (M60) | AWD (All-Wheel Drive) with Instant Traction |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 2.0L 4-Cylinder Petrol Mild Hybrid (B5) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 71 liters |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-speed Geartronic automatic |
| Mileage | — | 12.39 km/l (8.072 l/100km combined) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) | 184 kW / 250 hp |
| Starter | Electric | — |
| Torque | 430 Nm (eDrive40) / 820 Nm (M60) | 360 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 84.3 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~30 min (10-80%) / AC: ~8.5 hours | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (205 kW) | — |
| Range | 582 km - WLTP (eDrive40) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 709 liters |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2790 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 223 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2265 kg | 2080 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1515 mm | 4953 mm x 1931 mm x 1771 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2984 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Active Steering) | — |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump | Two-zone or Four-zone climate system with air purifier and remote cabin pre-cleaning via Volvo Cars app |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display | 12.3-inch digital driver display with Calm and Navi modes |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change | Yes - With adaptive assistance |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) | — |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 11.2-inch centre display with intuitive user interface, Google built-in, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | — |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Merino Leather | — |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker / Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Premium sound system with enhanced acoustic insulation |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Sunroof | Optional - Panoramic sunroof available |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Four USB-C ports (2 front, 2 rear) |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - Google Assistant with "Hey Google" voice activation |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes - Up to 15 watts wireless phone charger |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | LED with Head-up display |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R19 (front) / 275/40 R19 (rear) | — |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | — |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | — |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - With collision avoidance assistance |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | Multiple airbags with advanced safety systems |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | — |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - With lane keeping aid and steering support |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes - All three rear seats with ISOFIX anchorages in outer positions, integrated booster cushion |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° parking view with split screen |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | — |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackPhytonic BlueSkyscraper GreyFire Red metallicCape York Green metallic | — |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
