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Mercedes C-Class Sedan vs Volvo V90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (41200 £ vs 62300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Sedan or Volvo V90?

Mercedes C-Class Sedan

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41200 £, while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £. That’s a price difference of around 21139 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes C-Class Sedan with 1.60 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs evident better – achieving up to 117 km, about 29 km more than the Volvo V90.

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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 Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a distinct edge – offering 680 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Volvo V90 takes 4.80 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs evident better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls distinct stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 311 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Sedan is clearly perceptible lighter – 1695 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 380 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V90 offers slight more room – 488 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Sedan minimal takes the win – 570 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km
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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41200 - 103100 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
41 - 205 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1438 - 1458 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
480 - 570 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

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

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Is the Mercedes C-Class Sedan offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes C-Class Sedan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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