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Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 74,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Sedan or Volvo XC90?

Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Volvo XC90

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

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C Class Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes C Class Sedan is significantly cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,980 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC90 uses 3.4 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Mercedes C Class Sedan with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo XC90 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 69 km, about 58 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 274 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers clearly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 351 Nm more.

C Class Sedan

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries somewhat more – 710 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly ahead overall 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 £41,300
C Class Sedan

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 11 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 XC90

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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11 Nov 2025, 12:59:12

I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
69 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
71 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
600 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
250 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes C Class Sedan have?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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