Comparison - Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid Inscription 2021 - vs - BMW X7 M50i 2020

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Review: 2019 BMW X7 xDrive50i
Make: 
Average Price: 
$
69,750
Updated: 
28 Oct 2019
$
99,600
Updated: 
14 Feb 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2020
Total Seating: 
7
7
Transmission: 
8-speed Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
18.50gals
21.90gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Crystal White Metallic
#CBD0D3
Denim Blue Metallic
#5D7A8B
Bright Silver Metallic
#E2E2E2
Onyx Black Metallic
#010101
Savile Grey Metallic
#627C8B
Ice White
#FBFDFE
Thunder Grey Metallic
#586377
Pebble Grey Metallic
#938E88
Pine Grey Metallic
#393B37
Birch Light Metallic
#DADADA
Color: 
Ametrin Metallic
#462836
Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
#18385A
Arctic Grey Metallic
#65666D
Phytonic Blue Metallic
#315D84
Carbon black Metallic
#171C24
Alpine White
#FFFFFF
Mineral White Metallic
#EAEAEA
Black Sapphire Metallic
#000000

Electric

Battery: 
11.6 kWh
Full Charge Range: 
18mi
Full Charge Time: 
EPA time to charge battery (at 240V) is 3.0 hr.
Top Speed: 
140mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
4.90s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Volvo makes a number of minor changes to the 2021 XC90 lineup. Every model now comes standard with front parking sensors, LED headlights that turn with the steering wheel, high-pressure headlight washers, wireless charging, two USB-C ports on the back of the center console, and the company's Care Key, which allows an owner to set limitations on the vehicle's top speed. The plug-in-hybrid T8 is now branded with the Recharge moniker..

Pros
Stunning styling inside and out,
impressive list of features,
quick plug-in hybrid.

Cons
Coarse-sounding gas engines,
harsh ride on rough roads,
plug-in hybrid isn't as efficient as rivals.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Low-key luxury lies in the 2021 Volvo XC90’s serene cockpit, in its strong acceleration, and in its gray-wool confines.

Pros
Proudly Scandinavian, inside and out
Simple and sophisticated interior
Tablet-like touchscreen
Lots of models and trims
Great safety record and standard active tech

Cons
Base powertrain lacks potency
Some flimsy materials in the cabin
Not a performance SUV

By: 
thecarconnection.com

T8 plug-in hybrid model now known as Recharge.Minor changes to standard feature availability.

PROS
Elegant interior and exterior styling
Spacious second- and third-row seating
Hybrid powertrain provides strong acceleration and high fuel economy
Many standard safety tech features

CONS
Some touchscreen controls can be hard to use
Voice controls don't recognize natural speech very well

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 BMW X7 comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.New high-performance M50i trim added to the lineup.More standard equipment added to the midlevel xDrive50i.

Pros
Strong engine performance
Smooth ride quality
Impeccable interior
Automated driving systems are superb

Cons
Expensive for the class
Confusing climate controls
Steep learning curve for infotainment system

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 BMW X7's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Large SUVs category. Currently the BMW X7 has a score of 7.8 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 11 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
High-end cabin materials
Many standard tech and safety features
Muscular engine options
Comfortable ride

Cons
Steering feels too light

By: 
usnews.com

The 2020 BMW X7 is the upper-crust seven-seat SUV that finally answers the question: What if I want to spend more for a BMW?

Pros
Beautiful interior
Great standard tech
Comfortable seats everywhere
Opulent top trims
No bad engine choices

Cons
Very expensive
Digital dash isn’t our favorite
Look-at-me grille
Many spend-up options

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
26.00mpg
15.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
21.00mpg
Engine type: 
Hybrid
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
32
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
4.40L
Torque: 
472ft-lbs
at 2 200rpm
553ft-lbs
at 1 800rpm
Horsepower: 
400hp
at 6 000rpm
523hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
39.70Feet
42.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Cargo floor mats
cooled storage compartment
Keyless Ignition
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Leather And Alloy Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Automatic Parking Assist

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
195.00in
203.30in
Width: 
79.10in
78.70in
Height: 
69.90in
71.10in
Ground Clearance: 
9.40in
8.70in
Front Track: 
65.70in
Rear Track: 
65.80in
Wheel Base: 
117.50in
122.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.90
41.90
Rear Head Room: 
38.50
39.90
Front Leg Room: 
40.90in
39.80in
Rear leg room: 
37.00in
37.60in
Front Hip Room: 
56.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.70in
60.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
56.50in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.60in
58.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
85.70cu.ft
90.40cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
5000lbs
7500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
15.80cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
23.10degrees
Angle of Departure: 
20.50degrees
Curb Weight: 
5099.00lbs
5661.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 one-touch power windows
Heated Mirrors
hands-free entry
Hands-Free Entry
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Multi-level heating passenger seat
10 -way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Premium Leather
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
8 -way power passenger seat
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
16 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Sport Front Seats
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
16 -Way Power Driver Seat
Leather
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Reclining rear seats
Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Folding center armrest
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn signal in mirrors
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Four zone climate control
Four Zone Climate Control
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
600 Watts Stereo Output
14 total speakers
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
1 Subwoofer(S)
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
16 Total Speakers
12 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
2 Subwoofer(S)
464 Watts Stereo Output
USB Connection
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Privacy glass
Speed sensitive wipers
Power glass sunroof
Fixed glass rear sunroof
Speed sensitive wipers
Roof rack
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 X 8.0 In.
22 X 10.5 In.
Wheels more: 
All season tires
Run Flat Tires
Painted Alloy Wheels
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
315.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
35
Diameter: 
R22

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
no
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
no
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn signal mirrors
Rear height adjustable headrests
blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Cornering lights
Remote anti-theft alarm system
LED Headlamp
self-leveling headlights
pre-collision safety system
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
High Pressure Washers Headlamps
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Self-Leveling Headlights
Brake Drying
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages: 
Advanced Package
Lounge Package
Protection Package
Climate Package
Polestar
Protection Package Premier
Dynamic Handling Package
Driving Assistance Professional Package
Luxury Seating Package
Executive Package
Cold Weather Package
Exterior Options: 
Foldable Trailer Hitch W/Ball And Ball Holder
21" 8-Multi Spoke Black Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels
Bumper Cover - Stainless Steel
21" 10-Spoke Silver Wheel W/All-Season Tires
Front And Rear Mud Flaps
22" 6-Spoke Black Wheel W/Summer Tires
Running Boards
Load Bars
Trailer Hitch - 7500 Lbs. Towing Limit
21" Double-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires
Extended Shadowline Trim
Space-Saver Spare
22" Y-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires
Interior Options: 
Grocery Bag Holder
Air Quality W/Advanced Air Cleaner
Integrated Center Booster Cushion 2nd Row
Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound System
Eyeglass Holder
Illuminated Door Plate
Luggage Cover
Ambient Air Package
5-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Alcantara Headliner In Upholstery Color
Rear-Seat Entertainment Professional
Second Row Captain's Chairs
Glass Controls
Front Ventilated Seats
Heated Front Seat Armrests And Steering Wheel
Leather Dashboard
Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Blond, premium leather
#C1C0BE
Charcoal, premium leather
#464648
Amber, premium leather
#855E45
Slate, premium leather
#484848
Maroon Brown, premium leather
#645552
Midnight Zinc, Sueded Microfiber
#FFFFFF
Color: 
Black full merino, premium leather
#000000
Ivory White full merino, premium leather
#F1F2ED
Black extended merino, premium leather
#000000
Ivory White/Night blue full merino, premium leather
#F1F2ED
Coffee full merino, premium leather
#675C56
Black Vernasca, leather
#000000
Ivory White extended merino, premium leather
#F1F2ED
Coffee Vernasca, leather
#675C56
Coffee extended merino, premium leather
#675C56
Cognac Vernasca, leather
#9C745B
Tartufo extended merino, premium leather
#9D7866