2025 BMW 5 Series vs 2025 Volvo S90

$58,700 · Sedan

$58,300 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The primary divergence between the 2025 BMW 5 Series (Car 1) and the 2025 Volvo S90 (Car 2) is observed in fuel economy, with the BMW achieving 31 combined MPG versus the Volvo’s 26 combined MPG, representing a 5 MPG advantage. However, the S90 counters this efficiency with a notable power surplus, generating 295 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque compared to the 5 Series’ 255 hp and 295 lb-ft. Pricing is nearly identical, with the S90 starting at $58,300 and the BMW at $58,700. Physically, the Volvo is slightly longer at 200.4 inches but narrower at 74.0 inches, while the BMW offers significantly more utility with 18.4 cu ft of cargo space versus the S90’s 13.5 cu ft. The BMW defaults to RWD, while the Volvo utilizes AWD, influencing traction characteristics across different driving conditions.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 BMW 5 Series

The 2025 BMW 5 Series wins for commuters due to its superior fuel economy rating of 31 combined MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 BMW 5 Series

Car 1 offers substantially more usable space with 18.4 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to Car 2's 13.5 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Volvo S90

The 2025 Volvo S90 delivers superior performance metrics, boasting 295 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 BMW 5 Series

For a slightly higher MSRP of $58,700, Car 1 provides a 5 MPG efficiency advantage and over 4.9 cu ft more cargo room.

Choose the BMW 5 Series if...

Fuel efficiency is paramount, as the 5 Series delivers 31 combined MPG.
You require maximum cargo utility, benefiting from 18.4 cu ft versus 13.5 cu ft.
You prefer standard rear-wheel drive performance over standard all-wheel drive.

Choose the Volvo S90 if...

Maximum acceleration is desired, given its 295 hp output.
Standard all-wheel drive traction is a necessity for your climate.
You prefer the Volvo's use of 'premium unleaded (recommended)' over BMW's 'required' fuel specification.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	BMW 5 Series	Volvo S90
Length	199.2"	200.4"
Width	74.8"	74.0"
Height	59.6"	57.2"
Wheelbase	117.9"	120.5"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	BMW	Volvo
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓
Engine Immobilizer	—	✓

Engine

Feature	BMW	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	255 hp @ 4700 rpm	295 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm	310 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	BMW	Volvo
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	BMW	Volvo
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	28/35 MPG	23/31 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	31 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	445.2/556.5 mi.	365.7/492.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.9 gal.	15.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	BMW	Volvo
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	BMW	Volvo
Infotainment Display	14.9 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Harman/Kardon	—
Stereo Power	205W	220W
Speaker System	12	10
Subwoofer Count	2	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—

Power Feature

Feature	BMW	Volvo
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	BMW	Volvo
Front Head Room	38.8 in.	37.8 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	42.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.2 in.	57.5 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	56.4 in.
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	BMW	Volvo
Rear Head Room	37.5 in.	37.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.0 in.	40.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.9 in.	55.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	54.9 in.
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	BMW	Volvo
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 8.5 in	19 x 8.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	245/45R19	255/40R19
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	BMW	Volvo
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	BMW	Volvo
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 BMW 5 Series and 2025 Volvo S90.

Which sedan is faster based on the published specifications?

The 2025 Volvo S90 is nominally faster, producing 295 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. The BMW 5 Series outputs 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, giving the S90 a 40 hp advantage.

How much does the fuel economy difference impact annual driving costs?

The BMW 5 Series achieves 31 combined MPG while the Volvo S90 manages 26 combined MPG. This 5 MPG difference means the BMW will require fewer fill-ups and result in lower annual premium unleaded fuel expenditure over typical commuting distances.

Is the listed MSRP substantially different between the two models?

No, the pricing is nearly identical; the 2025 Volvo S90 starts at $58,300, just $400 less than the 2025 BMW 5 Series starting MSRP of $58,700.

Which car offers better utility for large item transport?

The BMW 5 Series provides significantly more space, offering 18.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity. This is nearly 5 full cubic feet larger than the Volvo S90’s 13.5 cubic feet capacity.

Do both vehicles use the same type of transmission?

Yes, both the 2025 BMW 5 Series and the 2025 Volvo S90 are equipped with an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

What is the difference in physical footprint between the two sedans?

The Volvo S90 is slightly longer at 200.4 inches versus the BMW's 199.2 inches. Conversely, the BMW is slightly wider (74.8 inches vs. 74.0 inches) but noticeably taller (59.6 inches vs. 57.2 inches).