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Mercedes C-Class Wagon vs Volvo V90 – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes C-Class Wagon or Volvo V90 fits your lifestyle better.

Mercedes C-Class Wagon

Volvo V90

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes C-Class Wagon has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £, while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £. That’s a price difference of around 19863 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Volvo V90 with 0.80 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs distinct better – achieving up to 112 km, about 24 km more than the Volvo V90.

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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 Wagon has a noticeable 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 Wagon is decisively 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 Wagon performs distinct 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 Wagon pulls evident 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Wagon is a bit lighter – 1755 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon offers hardly perceptible more room – 490 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs slight better – up to 1510 L, which is about 56 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Wagon barely noticeable takes the win – 565 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes C-Class Wagon proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes C-Class Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Mercedes C-Class Wagon
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Mercedes C-Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 112 km

Mercedes C-Class Wagon

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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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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Volvo V90
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Costs and Consumption

Price
42400 - 115300 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
11 - 206 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
440 - 565 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
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
226 - 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
137 - 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, F, G, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
Is the Mercedes C-Class Wagon offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.