BMW X5 vs Volvo S90 Comparison

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BMW X5
xDrive 40i M Sport
Rs92.90 Lakh^*
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Volvo S90
B5 Inscription
Rs64.90 Lakh^*
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BMW X5
xDrive 40i M Sport
92.90 Lakh^*
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Volvo S90
B5 Inscription
64.90 Lakh^*
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BMW X5 vs Volvo S90

Should you buy BMW X5 or Volvo S90? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW X5 price starts at Rs 76.50 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive 30d Sport (Diesel) and Volvo S90 price starts Rs 64.90 Lakh ex-showroom for B5 Inscription (Petrol). X5 has 2998 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while S90 has 1969 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X5 has a mileage of 13.38 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the S90 has a mileage of - (Petrol top model).

Basic Information	xDrive 40i M Sport	B5 Inscription
Brand Name	BMW	Volvo
On Road Price	Rs.1,06,53,457^#	Rs.74,82,300^*
Offers & Discount	No	No
User Rating	4.8 Based on 21 Reviews	4.8 Based on 2 Reviews
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.2,05,122 Check Now	Rs.1,42,422 Check Now
Insurance	Rs.2,40,227 X5 Insurance	Rs.2,78,400 S90 Insurance
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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder engine	-
Displacement (cc)	2998	1969
No Of Cylinder	66 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Fast Charging	-	No
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	335.26bhp@5500-6500rpm	246.58Bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	450Nm@1500-5200rpm	350Nm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	Twin	Yes
Super Charger	No	-
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	8-Speed Steptronic	8-speed
Mild Hybrid	-	No
Drive Type	No	FWD
Clutch Type	No	No
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Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage (City)	No	No
Mileage (ARAI)	11.24 kmpl	-
Fuel Tank Capacity	Not Available (Litres)	60.0 (Litres)
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI	BS VI
Top Speed (Kmph)	No	180
Drag Coefficient	No	No
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension	-
Rear Suspension	Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension	-
Steering Type	Power	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	-
Rear Brake Type	Disc	-
Top Speed (Kmph)	-	180
0-100kmph (Seconds)	5.5	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI	BS VI
Tyre Size	F 275/45 R20, 305/40 R20	245/45 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Runflat	-
Wheel Size	-	Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size	R20	-
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension

Rear Suspension

Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension

Steering Type

Power

Front Brake Type

Disc

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4922	4963
Width (mm)	2218	2019
Height (mm)	1745	1443
Wheel Base (mm)	2975	2941
Front Tread (mm)	1666	-
Rear Tread (mm)	1686	-
Rear Headroom (mm)	-	961
Rear Legroom (mm)	-	911
Front Headroom (mm)	-	1027
Front Legroom (mm)	-	1071
Front Shoulder Room (mm)	-	1460
Rear Shoulder Room (mm)	-	1420
Seating Capacity	5	5
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	4 Zone	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	-	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders Rear	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Find My Car Location	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	-	40:20:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry	Yes	Yes
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	-	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Control	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles	Yes	-
USB Charger	Front	Front & Rear
Steering Mounted Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Tailgate Ajar	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	Yes
Gear Shift Indicator	-	Yes
Rear Curtain	-	Yes
Luggage Hook And Net	-	Yes
Battery Saver	-	Yes
Lane Change Indicator	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	8-Speed Steptronic Sport Automatic Transmission, including gearshift paddles on the steering wheel, xDrive - Intelligent 4WD with variable torque distribution, Servotronic Steering Assist, Cruise Control with braking function, BMW Driving Experience Switch (Modes: ECO PRO COMFORT, SPORT, ADAPTIVE) , Launch Control Function, Integrated Brake System, Park Distance Control (PDC), front and rear, Parking Assistant with Reversing Assistant, Surround view cameras with 360 degree view including top view, panorama view and 3D view, Telephony with wireless charging and extended functionality	-
Massage Seats	-	Front & Rear
Memory Function Seats	Front	Rear
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking	No	Full
Drive Modes	4	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Power Windows Front

Power Windows Rear

Power Boot

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	Yes
Glove Compartment	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Front
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	Yes
Folding Table In The Rear	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Dual Tone Dashboard	Yes	Yes
Interior Lighting	-	Ambient light,Footwell Lamp,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp,Glove Box Lamp
Additional Features	Automatic air conditioning with 4-zone control, with separate control for rear left and right passengers and 2 extra vents in B-Pillars, Instrument panel in Sensatec. Comfort seats front, fully electrically adjustable, with lumbar support for driver and front passenger, Floor mats in velour, Glass application ‘CraftedClarity’ for interior elements. Interior rear-view mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Rear backrest, foldable and dividable by 40:20:40, Roller Sunblind, rear side windows, Seat adjustment electrical and memory function for driver and front passenger, Smoker's package, Travel & Comfort System, with two USB Type-C connections and preparations for multifunction bracket in backrests of 1st seat row, Fully Digital 12.3” Instrument Display, Fine-wood trim 'Fineline Stripe' Brown High-Gloss, Leather 'Vernasca' design-perforated Ivory White \| Black, Leather 'Vernasca' design-perforated Coffee \| Black, Leather 'Vernasca' design-perforated Cognac \| Black, Leather 'Vernasca' design-perforated Black \| Black	-
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Interior

Tachometer

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Leather Seats

Exterior
Available Colors	Phytonic BlueMineral WhiteBlack SapphireX5 Colors	Onyx Black metallicBright Silver MetallicCrystal White pearlPine Grey metallicDenim Blue MetallicS90 Colors
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SedanAll Sedan Cars
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror	No	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	No	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	No	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Tinted Glass	No	-
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Removable Or Convertible Top	No	-
Roof Carrier	No	Optional
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Moon Roof	Yes	Yes
Side Stepper	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	-
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	Yes	Yes
Dual Tone Body Colour	-	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	No	-
Cornering Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	Yes	Yes
Lighting	LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps	LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
Trunk Opener	Smart	-
Heated Wing Mirror	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlights	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side skirts and wheel arch trims in body colour, BMW individual High-Gloss Shadow line, M designation on the sides, M sport brake with blue painted brake callipers with M designation, Rear apron with diffuser insert, Tailpipe finishers in M Sport package-specific geometry M door sill finishers, illuminated and M-specific pedals, BMW individual headliner anthracite, M Sport package-specific car key, Comfort Access System with electric operation of split-tailgate, BMW Laserlight 3 levels LED lights with low-beam, high-beam and high-beam headlights with laser module, 'L'-shaped daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, Adaptive Headlights including BMW Selective Beam, High beam assistant, Blue illuminated 'X' signature, Accent lighting with turn indicators, Sun Protection Glazing, BMW Individual roof rails High-Gloss Shadow Line, Two-part tailgate, Automatic operation of tailgate, Exterior mirrors, electrically adjustable and heated, electrically foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function (driver's side) and parking function for passenger side exterior mirror, Ambient light with 6 pre-defined selectable light designs in various colours with contour and mood lighting with Welcome Light Carpet	-
Tyre Size	F 275/45 R20, 305/40 R20	245/45 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Runflat	-
Wheel Size	-	Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size	R20	-
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Exterior

Available Colors

Phytonic BlueMineral WhiteBlack SapphireX5 Colors

Onyx Black metallicBright Silver MetallicCrystal White pearlPine Grey metallicDenim Blue MetallicS90 Colors

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

SedanAll Sedan Cars

Adjustable Headlights

Safety
Anti Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No Of Airbags	6	7
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Front	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Auto	Yes
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Xenon Headlamps	No	-
Halogen Headlamps	No	-
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	-
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	-	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Clutch Lock	No	Yes
EBD	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Features	Automatic Start/Stop function, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, Brake Energy Regeneration, Active Park Distance Control (PDC), Attentiveness Assistant, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Electronic Vehicle Iobiliser, Electric Parking Brake with auto hold function, ISOFIX child seat mounting, rear outward seats, Run-Flat Tyres with reinforced side walls , Three-point seat belts at all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners and belt force limiters in the front, Warning triangle with first-aid kit , Crash Sensor and Dynamic Braking Lights, Emergency Spare Wheel	IntelliSafe, City Safety with Steering Support, Oncoming Lane Mitigation, Oncoming Mitigation by Braking, Lane Keeping Aid, Run-off road Mitigation, Driver Alert Control, Road Sign Information, blind spot information with Steer Assist and Cross Traffic Alert with autobrake, Rear Collision Warning, IntelliSafe Assist, Distance Alert, Preventive safety, Speed limiter, Electronic Stability Control, ESC, Connected Safety, Brakes with Hill Start Assist and Automatic Hold, Emergency Brake light and Hazard Warning, Safety cage in high-strength steel, Power parking brake Indirect Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (iTPMS), Automatically died inner and outer rear view mirrors, LED Headlights, LED headlights with Active Bending Lights, Fog lamps, Alcohol lock preparation, Temporary Spare Wheel, Temporary Mobility Kit, Protective safety, Protective front seats, Brake pedal release, SIPS™ side impact protection system, Inflatable Curtain, Energy-absorbing interior, Safety belts, Collapsible steering column, WHIPS™ whiplash injury protection system, Warning triangle, Side airbags, Prepared front safety belts, Knee airbag, driver side, First-aid kit, Dual-stage airbags, driver and front passenger, Automatic braking after a collision, Safety cage in high-strength steel, Volvo On Call, Fire Extinguisher Holder, Child safety seats, ISOFIX mounting points, rear seat, Integrated booster cushions, two-stage, Child safety equipment, Passenger airbag cut-off switch, Power child safety lock, ur
Follow Me Home Headlamps	-	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	All	Driver's Window
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	No	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads Up Display	Yes	Yes
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts	Yes	Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes
Lane Watch Camera	-	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	No	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	Yes
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Safety

Anti Lock Braking System

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Power Door Locks

Advance Safety Features

Automatic Start/Stop function, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, Brake Energy Regeneration, Active Park Distance Control (PDC), Attentiveness Assistant, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Electronic Vehicle Iobiliser, Electric Parking Brake with auto hold function, ISOFIX child seat mounting, rear outward seats, Run-Flat Tyres with reinforced side walls , Three-point seat belts at all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners and belt force limiters in the front, Warning triangle with first-aid kit , Crash Sensor and Dynamic Braking Lights, Emergency Spare Wheel

IntelliSafe, City Safety with Steering Support, Oncoming Lane Mitigation, Oncoming Mitigation by Braking, Lane Keeping Aid, Run-off road Mitigation, Driver Alert Control, Road Sign Information, blind spot information with Steer Assist and Cross Traffic Alert with autobrake, Rear Collision Warning, IntelliSafe Assist, Distance Alert, Preventive safety, Speed limiter, Electronic Stability Control, ESC, Connected Safety, Brakes with Hill Start Assist and Automatic Hold, Emergency Brake light and Hazard Warning, Safety cage in high-strength steel, Power parking brake
Indirect Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (iTPMS), Automatically died inner and outer rear view mirrors, LED Headlights, LED headlights with Active Bending Lights, Fog lamps, Alcohol lock preparation, Temporary Spare Wheel, Temporary Mobility Kit, Protective safety, Protective front seats, Brake pedal release, SIPS™ side impact protection system, Inflatable Curtain, Energy-absorbing interior, Safety belts, Collapsible steering column, WHIPS™ whiplash injury protection system, Warning triangle, Side airbags, Prepared front safety belts, Knee airbag, driver side, First-aid kit, Dual-stage airbags, driver and front passenger, Automatic braking after a collision, Safety cage in high-strength steel, Volvo On Call, Fire Extinguisher Holder, Child safety seats, ISOFIX mounting points, rear seat, Integrated booster cushions, two-stage, Child safety equipment, Passenger airbag cut-off switch, Power child safety lock, ur

Entertainment & Communication
Cd Player	No	No
Cd Changer	No	No
Dvd Player	No	No
Radio	Yes	Yes
Audio System Remote Control	Yes	Yes
Mirror Link	-	No
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated2DINAudio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	-	Yes
Compass	-	Yes
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen Size	12.3 Inch	-
Connectivity	Apple CarPlay	Android Auto,
Android Auto	No	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
Internal Storage	Yes	Yes
Number Of Speaker	16	-
Rear Entertainment System	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	BMW Display Key with LCD colour display and touch control panel, BMW Gesture Control , Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Operating System 7.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation Function with 3D maps, Touch Functionality, iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons, Integrated 32GB hard drive for maps and audio files, Harman Kardon Surround Sound system (464 W, 16 speakers)	-
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Warranty
Introduction Date	No	No
Warranty Time	No	No
Warranty Distance	No	No

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