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Mercedes B Class vs Volvo XC90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (238 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (33100 £ vs 69800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Volvo XC90?

Mercedes B Class

5 (4 Reviews)
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Volvo XC90

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

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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 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33100 £, while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £. That’s a price difference of around 36633 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.50 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes B Class performs somewhat better – achieving up to 83 km, about 12 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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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 XC90 has a convincingly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.50 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC90 pulls evident stronger with 709 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 259 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes B Class is significantly lighter – 1405 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 675 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers clearly perceptible more room – 455 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 153 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs to a small extent better – up to 1856 L, which is about 316 L more than the Mercedes B Class.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 clearly perceptible takes the win – 710 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes B Class shows itself to be secures victory with a clear margin and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £33,100
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Mercedes B Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 238 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 6.9 L
  • Electric Range : 83 km
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Mercedes B Class

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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 XC90

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The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33100 - 52500 £
Price
69800 - 84600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
83 km
Electric Range
71 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
56 - 156 g/km
co2
79 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Length
4419 mm
Length
4953 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1923 mm
Height
1562 mm
Height
1771 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Payload
505 - 550 kg
Payload
653 - 710 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Volvo

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What drivetrain options does the Mercedes B Class have?

The Mercedes B Class is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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