2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs. 2024 Volvo XC90 Review

Picture of the 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

2024 Land Rover
Range Rover Velar

MSRP*: $61,500 to $78,400
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Picture of the 2024 Volvo XC90

2024 Volvo
XC90

MSRP*: $56,600 to $70,600
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MPG - City 19 - 22 MPG 20 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 70.1 ft3 65.5 ft3
Engine
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 394-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 295-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 247 - 394 hp 247 - 295 hp
Towing Capacity 5,291 - 5,511 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 188.9 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 80.3 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear 38.0 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
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volvo XC90, with comparable head- and legroom. The Volvo XC90 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Land Rover Range Rover Velar as you will with the Volvo XC90, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Range Rover Velar is somewhat more expensive than the Volvo XC90.

Dimensions
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar is a little wider than the Volvo XC90, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. The Land Rover Range Rover Velar is slightly shorter than the Volvo XC90, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar has the same turning radius as the Volvo XC90, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Volvo XC90. When it comes to horsepower, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar greatly out-muscles the Volvo XC90.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC90.

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