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Mercedes E Class vs Volvo V90 – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

Mercedes E Class

Volvo V90

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

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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 E Class has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £, while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £. That’s a price difference of around 11815 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes E Class with 1.50 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes E Class performs evident better – achieving up to 116 km, about 28 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 E Class has a distinct 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 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Volvo V90 takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls minimal stronger with 750 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 41 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 E Class is slightly lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers slight more room – 540 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class to a small extent takes the win – 640 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

Mercedes E Class
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Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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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
50500 - 119700 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 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
1810 - 2390 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1880 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
530 - 640 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 - 585 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Volvo

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Is the Mercedes E Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes E Class is offered with 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.

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