2025 Volvo XC90 vs 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

$57,400 · Crossover

$61,600 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical difference between the 2025 Volvo XC90 and the 2026 Range Rover Velar is the initial MSRP gap, with the Velar starting at $61,600 compared to the XC90's $57,400, a $4,200 premium. While both crossovers produce an identical 247 horsepower, the Velar edges out the Volvo in torque output with 269 lb-ft versus the XC90's 266 lb-ft. Fuel economy is a clear differentiator, as the XC90 achieves a combined 26 MPG (23/30 City/Highway), outperforming the Velar's combined 23 MPG (22/26 City/Highway). Dimensionally, the XC90 is substantially longer at 195.0 inches compared to the Velar's 188.9 inches, suggesting more passenger or potential cargo volume, although only the Velar specifies its 30.9 cu ft cargo capacity. Both utilize standard AWD and 8-speed automatic transmissions, making the cost, efficiency, and size the primary differentiating factors.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 offers superior fuel efficiency for daily driving with 26 combined MPG versus the Velar's 23 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Volvo XC90

The XC90 is noticeably longer at 195.0 inches compared to the Velar's 188.9 inches, likely translating to greater overall interior space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Range Rover Velar provides a marginal advantage in low-end performance with 269 lb-ft of torque compared to the XC90's 266 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 offers a lower entry price point at $57,400, saving $4,200 over the Velar for a similar base power output.

Choose the Volvo XC90 if...

Your primary concern is lowering running costs due to its 26 MPG combined fuel economy.
You require the maximum physical footprint, indicated by its 195.0-inch length versus 188.9 inches.
You want the base model at the most economical price point of $57,400.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Velar if...

You prefer a slightly more responsive powertrain setup with 269 lb-ft of torque.
You are seeking a vehicle with a specified cargo measurement of 30.9 cu ft.
A shorter overall vehicle length of 188.9 inches is preferable for urban maneuvering.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Volvo XC90	Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Length	195.0"	188.9"
Width	-	-
Height	69.9"	66.3"
Wheelbase	117.5"	113.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Volvo	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row 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 Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Volvo	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	247 hp	247 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	266 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	269 lb-ft @ 1300 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	Volvo	Land Rover
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Volvo	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	23/30 MPG	22/26 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	26 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	432.4/564.0 mi.	475.2/561.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 gal.	21.6 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Volvo	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	220W	400W
Speaker System	10	11
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	With Real Time Traffic
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Volvo	Land Rover
Front Head Room	38.9 in.	38.2 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.7 in.	—
Front Hip Room	56.0 in.	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way

Rearseats

Feature	Volvo	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	38.5 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.0 in.	37.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.6 in.	—
Rear Hip Room	56.5 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Volvo	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	19 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/45R20	—
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Volvo	Land Rover
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.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 30000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Volvo XC90 and 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

What is the primary difference in fuel economy between the 2025 XC90 and the 2026 Velar?

The 2025 Volvo XC90 demonstrates superior efficiency, achieving a combined 26 MPG rating from its 23 MPG city and 30 MPG highway figures. Conversely, the 2026 Range Rover Velar trails slightly with a combined 23 MPG, showing only 22 MPG in city driving.

How do the horsepower and torque figures compare for these two AWD crossovers?

Both vehicles deliver an identical 247 horsepower from their base configurations. The 2026 Range Rover Velar exhibits a slight advantage in torque, producing 269 lb-ft compared to the 2025 Volvo XC90's 266 lb-ft.

Which vehicle offers more overall size, based on exterior dimensions?

The 2025 Volvo XC90 is the physically larger vehicle, measuring 195.0 inches in length and 69.9 inches in height. The 2026 Range Rover Velar is shorter, coming in at 188.9 inches long and 66.3 inches tall.

What is the MSRP difference between the base models?

There is a substantial initial price disparity, with the 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar starting at $61,600. This places it $4,200 higher than the 2025 Volvo XC90, which has a base MSRP of $57,400.

Are the transmissions and drive systems comparable between the two models?

Yes, both the 2025 XC90 and the 2026 Velar feature standard all-wheel drive (AWD) capability and utilize an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

Is cargo capacity specified for both the XC90 and the Velar?

Of the specifications provided, only the 2026 Range Rover Velar details its cargo capacity at 30.9 cu ft. The Volvo XC90's equivalent measurement is not explicitly listed, although it is the longer vehicle.