BMW X5 vs. Volvo XC90 Recharge
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW X5 and Volvo XC90 Recharge contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW X5 and the Volvo XC90 Recharge.
When we compare the BMW X5's and the Volvo XC90 Recharge's specifications and ratings, the BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Volvo XC90 Recharge has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the BMW X5's and the Volvo XC90 Recharge's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2024 BMW X5 ranges from $69,977 to $84,728 while a used 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge is priced between $66,137 to $87,529. For a new model, the BMW X5's price is between $75,515 and $90,742, with the Volvo XC90 Recharge priced between $73,113 and $88,677.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X5 loses 59.1 percent of its value and the Volvo XC90 Recharge loses 59.2 percent of its value. This means the BMW X5 retains 0.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo XC90 Recharge.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW X5’s base engine makes 483 horsepower, and the Volvo XC90 Recharge base engine makes 455 horsepower.
Safety Ratings: The Volvo XC90 Recharge has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Volvo XC90 Recharge has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$75,515 - $90,742
Starting MSRP:
$72,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$73,164
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$50,750 - $118,200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$73,113 - $88,677
Starting MSRP:
$71,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)
$124,000
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)
$71,900 - $159,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$76,901
Price Range:
$69,977 - $84,728
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$71,356
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$62,276 - $77,197
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
490
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
15,642
# Good or Great Deals:
119
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$76,214
Price Range:
$66,137 - $87,529
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)
$114,388
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)
$76,214 - $152,561
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
200
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
8,054
# Good or Great Deals:
48
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
Depreciation %:
Resale Value $:
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
52.5%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
48% - 59.9%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$43,063
Depreciation %:
59.9%
Resale Value $:
$28,837
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)
61.1%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)
59.9% - 61.8%
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volvo XC90 Recharge Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW X5
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
9.3
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
13.7
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
9.3 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo XC90 Recharge
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
41.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
2.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
1.6 - 41.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)
4.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)
1.7 - 5.6
BMW X5 Rankings
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24 out of / 29Volvo XC90 Recharge Rankings
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25 out of / 29Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
BMW X5 Trim Levels
xDrive50e
Volvo XC90 Recharge Trim Levels
T8 Core Bright Theme, T8 Plus Bright Theme 6P, T8 Plus Bright Theme 7P, T8 Ultimate Bright Theme 6P, T8 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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
483 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
516 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
455 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
523 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 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:
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):
26 / 27 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
521 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
71.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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:
5573 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
69.1 inches
Length:
194.2 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5103 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic
Blue
Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic / Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Gray
Brooklyn Grey Metallic / Dravit Grey Metallic / Frozen Pure Grey Metallic / Skyscraper Grey Metallic
Green
Manhattan Green Metallic
Red
Ametrin Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Onyx Black Metallic
Blue
Denim Blue Metallic
Gray
Bright Dusk Metallic / Platinum Grey Metallic / Vapour Grey Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Crystal White Metallic
Silver
Silver Dawn Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Coffee / Cognac / Tartufo
Gray
Silverstone
White
Ivory White
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Brown
Maroon Brown in Charcoal Interior
Gray
Not available
White
Blonde in Blonde/Charcoal Interior
