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Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Discovery - pictures

By:Auto Express team
26 May 2015
Go to: Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Discovery: first UK test
  • Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Discovery

    We test the Volvo XC90 and the Land Rover Discovery to see which one has the edge in this class. 

  • Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Discovery 2

    The Volvo XC90 is packed with the latest technology and safety equipment. 

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  • Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Discovery 3

    The Land Rover Discovery promises ultimate comfort and practicality along with genuine off-road ability. 

  • Volvo XC90 vs Land Rover Discovery 4

    Both the Volvo XC90 and the Land Rover Discovery have the option of a third row of seating. 

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  • Volvo XC90 front

    The Volvo XC90 is offered with a range of efficient and economical four-cylinder engines.

  • Volvo XC90 rear

    The Volvo has a quiet and refined engine that makes for near silence and the utmost comfort. 

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  • Land Rover Discovery front

    The Land Rover Discovery comes with a range of powerful diesel engines to seamlessly combine performance with comfort. 

  • Land Rover Discovery rear

    Land Rover has a long-standing reputation for its off-road ability and the Land Rover Discovery does not disappoint. 

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  • Volvo XC90 static

    The Volvo XC90 has gone through a few cosmetic changes over the years to keep its looks up-to-date - but this is the most radical.

  • Land Rover Discovery static

    The Land Rover Discovery has been following the same design pattern for a long time. 

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  • Volvo XC90 rear static

    The Volvo XC90 strikes a neat balance between comfort and agility. 

  • Land Rover Discovery rear static

    The Land Rover Discovery combines luxury and off-road ability. 

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  • Volvo XC90 interior

    Neat, spacious and good quality interior gives the Volvo XC90 an upmarket feel. 

  • Volvo XC90 screen

    The large touchscreen display in the centre of the dash in the Volvo XC90 is used to control most of the functions. 

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  • Volvo XC90 gear selector

    The Volvo XC90 may have four-wheel drive but still feels more like a road-biased SUV than a 4x4. 

  • Volvo XC90 boot

    The Volvo XC90 has a relatively large boot capacity, even with the third row of seats up. 

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  • Volvo XC90 seats

    The third row of seating in the Volvo XC90 is spacious enough for adults, however getting in and out may require a bit of work.

  • Volvo XC90 flag

    Subtle indications, such as this flag on the seats, have been made in the in the Volvo XC90 to link it to its country of origin. 

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  • Volvo XC90 light

    The “Thor’s Hammer” headlamps are a new addition to the Volvo XC90.

  • Volvo XC90 taillight

    Neat and clear lines are a theme of the new XC90's design. <ol></ol>

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  • Volvo XC90 seatbelt

    Subtle indications to the heritage of Volvo can be spotted in the XC90.&nbsp;

  • Volvo XC90 badge

    Efficiency, refinement, safety and comfort are the main focus of the Volvo XC90 .

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  • Land Rover Discovery interior

    The interior of the Land Rover Discovery has not changed much from before: the dash is filled with buttons and controls.&nbsp;

  • Land Rover Discovery seats

    The Land Rover Discovery is generous when it comes to space in the rear seats.&nbsp;

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  • Land Rover Discovery boot

    The Discovery, like the XC90, comes with a third row of seating that can be folded into the boot floor.&nbsp;

  • Land Rover Discovery gear selector

    The Land Rover Discovery comes with paddle shifts, for when you want to switch gears manually.

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  • Land Rover Discovery screen

    The Land Rover Discovery benefits from the reputable Terrain Response System for off-roading.

  • Land Rover Discovery wheel

    As an optional add-on, the Discovery has surrounding cameras on the four corners and Wade Sensors that check the depth of the water you’re fording.&nbsp;

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  • Land Rover Discovery badge

    The Discovery’s SDV6 engine is a powerful 3.0-litre twin-turbodiesel that produces 252bhp.&nbsp;

  • Land Rover Discovery logo

    The Land Rover Discovery has been built keeping in mind Luxury and comfort while being able to perform on rugged terrain.

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  • Volvo XC90 interior space

    Our final winner is the Volvo XC90, thanks to its economical and fuel efficient engine and loads of safety features.&nbsp;

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