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Mercedes E-Class Wagon vs Volvo S60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (585 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (52600 £ vs 42500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class Wagon or Volvo S60?

Mercedes E-Class Wagon

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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.

Volvo S60 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42500 £, while the Mercedes E-Class Wagon costs 52600 £. That’s a price difference of around 10118 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo S60 manages with 0.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes E-Class Wagon with 1.70 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 109 km, about 15 km more than the Volvo S60.

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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 E-Class Wagon has a evident edge – offering 585 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E-Class Wagon pulls minimal stronger with 750 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 41 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.

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In curb weight, Volvo S60 is somewhat lighter – 1715 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon offers distinct more room – 615 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 188 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E-Class Wagon clearly perceptible takes the win – 645 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo S60 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo S60 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
  • Electric Range : 94 km
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Mercedes E-Class Wagon

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
52600 - 121800 £
Price
42500 - 65100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
Curb weight
1715 - 2039 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1880 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1469 - 1497 mm
Height
1431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1830 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo

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What drivetrain options does the Mercedes E-Class Wagon have?

The Mercedes E-Class Wagon is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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