Volvo S90 vs BMW 5 Series
Overview | |
MSRP$51,550 | MSRP$54,200 |
Average price$29,630 | Average price$27,835 |
Listings475 | Listings9544 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryWhen Volvo brought the S90 name back to the United States in 2017, it put an exclamation point on a refreshed lineup. The formerly staid Swedish brand was now competing in the luxury field. The 2021 Volvo S90 Recharge T8 Inscription shows off the best Volvo offers in terms of design, technology, safety, and luxury, making it a fitting flagship for the lineup. | |
Reviews SummaryBMW was once known for sports sedans, and the 5 Series was one of the most prolific of those sedans. Sitting between the 3 Series and 7 Series in size and price, previous generations of 5 Series were known for a balance of performance and luxury, with impeccable engineering throughout. Today, the BMW 5 Series is largely irrelevant. The 3 Series is now so big that there is less reason to upgrade, and most buyers are more interested in SUVs anyway. The competition—including the Audi A6, Jaguar XF, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Volvo S90—has also gotten better. That doesn’t mean BMW has given up on the 5 Series. The current generation (codename G30) arrived for the 2017 model year, but it gets a midcycle refresh (or LCI, short for “Life Cycle Impulse,” in BMW speak) for 2021. Major updates include a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, a bigger infotainment touchscreen, and subtle styling changes. The 2021 BMW 5 Series is not like the 5 Series models of old. That may drive away hardcore car fans, but the 2021 model makes a strong case to new-car buyers, maintaining sportier-than-average driving dynamics, along with the tech and luxury features expected of a car in this segment. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 316 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower316 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 316 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 2200 rpm | Torque257 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower316 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.5 cu ft | Cargo Space14.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4389 lbs | Curb Weight3765 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height58.2 in |
Length195.6 in | Length195.8 in |
Width79.5 in | Width83.7 in |
Wheelbase115.8 in | Wheelbase117.1 in |
Maximum Payload900 lbs | Maximum Payload800 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $51,550 | $54,200 |
Average price | $29,630 | $27,835 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | When Volvo brought the S90 name back to the United States in 2017, it put an exclamation point on a refreshed lineup. The formerly staid Swedish brand was now competing in the luxury field. The 2021 Volvo S90 Recharge T8 Inscription shows off the best Volvo offers in terms of design, technology, safety, and luxury, making it a fitting flagship for the lineup. | BMW was once known for sports sedans, and the 5 Series was one of the most prolific of those sedans. Sitting between the 3 Series and 7 Series in size and price, previous generations of 5 Series were known for a balance of performance and luxury, with impeccable engineering throughout. Today, the BMW 5 Series is largely irrelevant. The 3 Series is now so big that there is less reason to upgrade, and most buyers are more interested in SUVs anyway. The competition—including the Audi A6, Jaguar XF, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Volvo S90—has also gotten better. That doesn’t mean BMW has given up on the 5 Series. The current generation (codename G30) arrived for the 2017 model year, but it gets a midcycle refresh (or LCI, short for “Life Cycle Impulse,” in BMW speak) for 2021. Major updates include a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, a bigger infotainment touchscreen, and subtle styling changes. The 2021 BMW 5 Series is not like the 5 Series models of old. That may drive away hardcore car fans, but the 2021 model makes a strong case to new-car buyers, maintaining sportier-than-average driving dynamics, along with the tech and luxury features expected of a car in this segment. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 316 hp I4 | 2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 316 hp @ 5700 rpm | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 316 hp I4 | 2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 2200 rpm | 257 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 316 hp @ 5700 rpm | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.5 cu ft | 14.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4389 lbs | 3765 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 58.2 in |
Length | 195.6 in | 195.8 in |
Width | 79.5 in | 83.7 in |
Wheelbase | 115.8 in | 117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 900 lbs | 800 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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