2018 BMW X4 vs. 2018 Volvo XC90
When comparing the 2018 BMW X4's and the 2018 Volvo XC90's specifications and ratings, the 2018 BMW X4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and resale value. The 2018 Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 BMW X4's and the 2018 Volvo XC90's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Volvo XC90 is a better car than the 2018 BMW X4.
2018 BMW X4 vs. 2018 Volvo XC90 Pricing
A used 2018 BMW X4 ranges from $20,998 to $36,994 while a used 2018 Volvo XC90 is priced between $22,922 to $38,995.
2018 BMW X4 vs. 2018 Volvo XC90 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 BMW X4 loses 47.7 percent of its value and the 2018 Volvo XC90 loses 48.9 percent of its value. This means the 2018 BMW X4 retains 1.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Volvo XC90.
2018 BMW X4 vs. 2018 Volvo XC90 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X4 is 7.5 out of 10 while the Volvo XC90's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the BMW X4 being ranked 27 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the Volvo XC90 being ranked 5 out of 68.
2018 BMW X4 vs. 2018 Volvo XC90 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X4 is 7.1 out of 10. For the Volvo XC90 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Volvo XC90 an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 BMW X4’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2018 Volvo XC90 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The X4 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 545 miles. This gives the 2018 Volvo XC90 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 BMW X4. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Volvo XC90, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2018 BMW X4, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Volvo XC90 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
20998 - 36994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.477466
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22922 - 38995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.48855
BMW X4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volvo XC90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.76721 / 10
Reliability:
8.501632 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X4 Rankings
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4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
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12 out of / 27Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
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27 out of / 68Ranking
27 out of / 61Ranking
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30 out of / 54Ranking
34 out of / 68Ranking
34 out of / 68Ranking
35 out of / 61Ranking
36 out of / 68Ranking
36 out of / 59Ranking
41 out of / 61Ranking
50 out of / 68Volvo XC90 Rankings
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1 out of / 3Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 68Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
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4 out of / 25Ranking
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5 out of / 68Ranking
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7 out of / 25Ranking
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7 out of / 22Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 33Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 33Ranking
16 out of / 68Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
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23 out of / 33Ranking
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30 out of / 33Ranking
37 out of / 59Ranking
38 out of / 68Ranking
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48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2018 BMW X4 Trim Levels
M40i, xDrive28i
2018 Volvo XC90 Trim Levels
T5 Momentum 5-Passenger, T5 Momentum 7-Passenger, T5 R-Design 5-Passenger, T5 R-Design 7-Passenger, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
354 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 545 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
17.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
49.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
113.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
15.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4130 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
63.9 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4327 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
194.9 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18