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Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs Volvo XC90 — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and the Volvo XC90: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar is 5% more expensive than the Volvo XC90 (MAD 869,000 vs MAD 829,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Land Rover Range Rover Velar | Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid | Plug-in hybrid |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power | 404 ch | 455 ch |
| Consumption | 1.8 L/100 km | 1.6 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 869,000 | MAD 829,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 1,099,000 | MAD 989,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Pros
- Purest coupé-SUV silhouette in segment — iconic Range Rover lines
- Stacked dual 11.4" + 12.3" cluster cabin — Velar design invented in 2017
- P400e PHEV: 62 km EV + electric 4WD (404 hp combined, 0-100 in 5.3 s)
- Standard permanent 4WD + 4-mode Terrain Response
- Optional adjustable air suspension (213-251 mm ground clearance)
Watch-outs
- 869k MAD entry price — vs Volvo XC60 619-789k for comparable specs
- ~55% resale at 3 years — below Macan (65%), GLE Coupé (60%)
- 2027 redesign announced on EMA platform — current resale will be affected
Volvo XC90
Pros
- True 7-seat for adults — 3rd row fits 1.75 m on normal trips
- Reference Volvo safety: Pilot Assist + City Safety + 3rd-row curtain airbag
- 640 L boot (5-seat) → 1,951 L (seats folded)
- Standard AWD on mild-hybrid and PHEV
- Reduced TVM vignette exempt (0 MAD/year for Recharge T8 PHEV)
Watch-outs
- 2015 exterior design visible — EX90 redesign expected 2027
- PHEV EV range 80 km — below X5 (88), GLE (110), Q7 (90)
- Ultimate trim passes 985k with options
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Frequently asked — Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs Volvo XC90
Land Rover Range Rover Velar or Volvo XC90: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the Volvo XC90 (entry MAD 829,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and the Volvo XC90?
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar starts at MAD 869,000 versus MAD 829,000 for the Volvo XC90, a 5% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Volvo XC90 be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.