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Mercedes EQA vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (44,200 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or Volvo XC60?

Mercedes EQA vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Mercedes EQA

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • substantially more electric range

Volvo XC60

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

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

EQA

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes EQA is somewhat cheaper – starting at 44,200 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,954 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQA offers substantially more range – reaching up to 561 km, about 479 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

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 Volvo XC60 offers visibly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 6 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo XC60 is moderately faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes EQA tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 189 Nm more.

EQA

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 terms of curb weight, Volvo XC60 is only slightly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,045 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers clearly more boot space – 483 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 143 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,543 L, about 223 L more than the Mercedes EQA.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries noticeably more – 550 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 holds a slight edge 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.

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XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
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The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
44,200 - 57,400 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
476 - 561 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,045 - 2,115 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
340 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4,463 mm
Length
4,708 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
1,608 - 1,613 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,320 L
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
425 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
Is the Mercedes EQA offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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