2024 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Porsche Cayenne

2024 Porsche
Cayenne

MSRP*: $79,200 to $196,300
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Picture of the 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid

2024 Volvo
XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $71,900 to $80,100
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MPG - City 15 - 17 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 21 - 23 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 52.4 - 60.3 ft3 64.1 ft3
Engine
  • 348-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 468-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 650-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 455-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 348 - 650 hp 455 hp
Towing Capacity 7,700 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 194.0 - 194.2 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 78.1 - 78.5 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Info not available 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

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 Porsche Cayenne will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Porsche Cayenne is a little narrower than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the Porsche Cayenne takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Handling
The Porsche Cayenne has the same turning radius as the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Porsche Cayenne is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Porsche Cayenne and the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

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

Utility
The Porsche Cayenne has less seating than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, making the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Porsche Cayenne has less cargo space than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.