BMW 7 Series vs. Volvo XC90
When comparing the BMW 7 Series's and the Volvo XC90's specifications and ratings, the BMW 7 Series has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW 7 Series's and the Volvo XC90's specifications and ratings, the Volvo XC90 is a better car than the BMW 7 Series.
BMW 7 Series vs. Volvo XC90 Pricing
For a new model, the BMW 7 Series's price is between $100,615 and $149,812, with the Volvo XC90 priced between $58,243 and $74,715.
BMW 7 Series vs. Volvo XC90 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW 7 Series loses 61.5 percent of its value and the Volvo XC90 loses 48.9 percent of its value. This means the Volvo XC90 retains 12.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 7 Series.
BMW 7 Series vs. Volvo XC90 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 7 Series is 7.5 out of 10 while the Volvo XC90's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the BMW 7 Series being ranked 11 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Volvo XC90 being ranked 1 out of 3 Best Luxury 6-seater SUVs.
BMW 7 Series vs. Volvo XC90 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 7 Series is 8.1 out of 10. For the Volvo XC90 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Volvo XC90 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 7 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW 7 Series’s base engine makes 375 horsepower, and the Volvo XC90 base engine makes 247 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Volvo XC90, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more and rear shoulder room. The BMW 7 Series, a large car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volvo XC90 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
100615 - 149812
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.614739
Pricing
New Asking Price:
58243 - 74715
Used Asking Price:
56831 - 72335
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.48855
BMW 7 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.473464 / 10
Reliability:
8.146927 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 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 7 Series Rankings
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23 out of / 24Volvo XC90 Rankings
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48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW 7 Series Trim Levels
740i, 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive
Volvo XC90 Trim Levels
B5 Core Bright Theme, B5 Plus Bright Theme, B6 Core Bright Theme, B6 Plus Bright Theme 6P, B6 Plus Bright Theme 7P, B6 Ultimate Bright Theme 6P, B6 Ultimate Bright Theme 7P
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:
375 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
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):
22 / 27 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 508 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
43.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
19.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
112.0 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:
56.6 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:
4720 lbs
Width:
86.3 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
212.2 inches
Wheelbase:
126.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4589 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19