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Mercedes E Class Wagon vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (52600 £ vs 62300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class Wagon or Volvo V90?

Mercedes E Class Wagon vs Volvo V90: Key differences

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly perceptible more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • somewhat quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • hardly perceptible lighter
  • clearly perceptible more trunk space

Volvo V90

  • clearly more efficient

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

E Class Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes E Class Wagon has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 52600 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9673 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes E Class Wagon with 1.70 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class Wagon performs somewhat better – achieving up to 109 km, about 21 km more than the Volvo V90.

V90

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E Class Wagon has a clearly perceptible 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 somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Volvo V90 takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

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.

E Class Wagon

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes E Class Wagon is hardly perceptible lighter – 1900 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 175 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers clearly perceptible more room – 615 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 127 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class Wagon evident takes the win – 645 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V90 shows small but noticeable advantages 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.

Mercedes E Class Wagon
Volvo V90

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V90

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km

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 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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Mercedes E Class Wagon
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
52600 - 121800 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
-
Length
4945 mm
Width
1880 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
-
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
540 - 645 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.