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Mercedes B Class vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (238 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Volvo S60?

Mercedes B Class vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Mercedes B Class

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  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space

Volvo S60

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

B Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes B Class is markedly cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,385 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 2.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo S60 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 94 km, about 11 km more than the Mercedes B Class.

S60

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo S60 offers clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes B Class is moderately faster – reaching 223 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers noticeably more torque with 709 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 259 Nm more.

B Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes B Class is visibly lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 310 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers marginally more boot space – 455 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries a bit more – 550 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £42,500
S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 94 km
Mercedes B Class
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Mercedes B Class

The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Mercedes B Class
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
83 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
56 - 156 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,405 - 1,745 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4,419 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,562 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 550 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
223 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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