The Volvo XC90 vs. BMW X7

A new Volvo XC90 seats six to seven, depending on the configuration you select at our Volvo dealership in Alpharetta. The BMW X7 also has room for six to seven travelers. Each SUV offers second-row captain's chairs. Have access to 36.6 cubic feet of cargo space with the second row up in the Volvo XC90. With a maximum cargo capacity 85.7 cubic feet, the Volvo XC90 has plenty of room for the family's suitcases ahead of a vacation. The X7 has respective cargo figures of 48.6 and 90.4 cubic feet.

While the X7 has slightly higher cargo space totals, there is less legroom. Enjoy an extra inch of front-row legroom in the Volvo XC90. Much to the delight of parents, the 40.9 inches tops the X7's legroom figure of 39.8 inches. The Volvo XC90 evens the cargo battle with convenient loading features and a storage area under the floor. With the wide, flat floor and no lip, loading and unloading the Volvo XC90 is easier. Kick under the rear bumper of the Volvo XC90 to open or close the hands-free power-operated tailgate.

The Volvo XC90 is powered by one of two 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engines. B5 AWD and B6 AWD powertrains are available. The powerplant in the B5 is rated for 247 horsepower, while the B6 delivers 295 horsepower. The X7 uses a BMW TwinPower Turbo 3.0-liter inline-six engine that outputs 375 horsepower. But with the larger displacement and extra cylinders, the X7 is not batting on a level performance playing field. The Volvo XC90 still produces ample horsepower for get-up-and-go as you merge onto The Perimeter circling Atlanta. The Volvo XC90 has more efficient engines that are still powerful. Go with the Volvo hybrid SUV for a blend of power and smooth, efficient performance.

Did you know that the Volvo XC90 is one of the safest cars on the road today? Volvo has applied its industry-leading standards of protective safety and added next-generation features to give the Volvo XC90 a safety edge. An exclusive Intelligent Driver Information System and whiplash injury protection for the Volvo XC90 provide more peace of mind. Active Driving Assistant for the X7 packages Active Blind Spot Detection, Lane Departure Warning, and Frontal Collision Warning with City Collision Mitigation.

There are more standard safety features for the new Volvo XC90. Adaptive Cruise Control, Pilot Assist, BLIS™ with Cross Traffic Alert, Road Sign Information, Lane Keeping Aid, and Oncoming Lane Mitigation are just a few. One shared safety feature is a Head-Up Display. Park Assist and a 360-degree camera are offered by the Volvo XC90, while the BMW X7 counters with a Parking Assistant Professional system. Volvo's safety heritage is second to none.