Comparing the BMW X5 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 X5 is available at ₹9,999,000, while the Volvo XC90 is priced at ₹10,000,000. On the engine front, the BMW X5 comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Volvo XC90's 1969 cc, producing 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) and 184 kW / 250 hp respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5 versus 12.39 km/l (8.072 l/100km combined) for the Volvo XC90. 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 | — | 48V Li-ion |
| Displacement | 2998 cc | 1969 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | AWD (All-Wheel Drive) with Instant Traction |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel | 2.0L 4-Cylinder Petrol Mild Hybrid (B5) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 Litres | 71 liters |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 8-speed Geartronic automatic |
| Mileage | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 12.39 km/l (8.072 l/100km combined) |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) | 184 kW / 250 hp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) | 360 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 645 Litres | 709 liters |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2870 kg | 2790 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 223 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2210 kg | 2080 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm | 4953 mm x 1931 mm x 1771 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2975 mm | 2984 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | — |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Two-zone or Four-zone climate system with air purifier and remote cabin pre-cleaning via Volvo Cars app |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch digital driver display with Calm and Navi modes |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control | Yes - With adaptive assistance |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 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 | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | — |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) | — |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 20-Speaker (top) | Premium sound system with enhanced acoustic insulation |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Optional - Panoramic sunroof available |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Four USB-C ports (2 front, 2 rear) |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | 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 | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED with Head-up display |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 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 - DBC + fading compensation | — |
| EBD | Yes | — |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + xDrive + DTC | Yes - With lane keeping aid and steering support |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | — |
| 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 - Front & Rear | — |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackTanzanite BlueSkyscraper GreyBrooklyn Grey | — |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
