2025 Land Rover Defender vs. 2025 Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Land Rover Defender

2025 Land Rover
Defender

MSRP*: $56,900 to $118,900
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Picture of the 2025 Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid

2025 Volvo
XC90 Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $71,900 to $80,100
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 - 8 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 44.6 - 76.1 ft3 64.1 ft3
Engine
  • 296-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 296-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 395-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 493-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 518-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 455-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 296 - 518 hp 455 hp
Towing Capacity 7,716 - 8,201 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 180.5 - 211.7 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 79.1 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 40.6 in
Rear 40.4 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Land Rover Defender than in the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Land Rover Defender and the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Land Rover Defender is somewhat more expensive than the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid.

Dimensions
The Land Rover Defender is about the same width as the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid. If you go with the Land Rover Defender, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid.

Handling
The Land Rover Defender has a larger turning radius than the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Land Rover Defender is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Land Rover Defender has a little less horsepower than the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Land Rover Defender does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid.

Utility
The Land Rover Defender has less seating than the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid, making the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Land Rover Defender has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid.