Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs Volvo EX90

The Land Rover Range Rover Velar starts from $97,779 before on-road costs, while the Volvo EX90 opens at $106,990. That makes the Land Rover Range Rover Velar the more affordable entry point by $9,211.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $107,557 and $117,689 respectively.

The Volvo EX90 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Land Rover Range Rover Velar, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Land Rover Range Rover Velar features a 11.4-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Volvo EX90 gets a 14.5-inch display and 9-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Land Rover Range Rover Velar stands out with Meridian audio that you will not find on the Volvo EX90. The Volvo EX90 counters with head-up display, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and Bowers & Wilkins audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Land Rover Range Rover Velar gets leather upholstery while the Volvo EX90 offers nordico/microtech. Climate control is 2-zone in the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and 4-zone in the Volvo EX90.

The Land Rover Range Rover Velar uses a 2.0L I4 Turbo Petrol producing 184kW and 365Nm of torque, sent through a 8-speed automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.5 seconds.

The Volvo EX90 responds with a Electric making 245kW and 480Nm, paired to a single-speed driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.8 seconds.

The Volvo EX90 has the clear power advantage at 245kW vs 184kW. In the real-world sprint, the Volvo EX90 is 0.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Land Rover Range Rover Velar measures 4,797mm long on a 2,874mm wheelbase, 240mm shorter than the Volvo EX90 at 5,037mm (2,985mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volvo EX90 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 748L in the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and 384L in the Volvo EX90, giving the Land Rover Range Rover Velar a 364L advantage. The Volvo EX90 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar leads with a 2,400kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 900kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Land Rover Range Rover Velar) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Volvo EX90). Both match on warranty length.