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Mercedes EQE vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (57,600 £ vs 74,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQE or Volvo XC90?

Mercedes EQE vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

Mercedes EQE

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo XC90

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQE

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes EQE is clearly cheaper – starting at 57,600 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,717 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQE offers clearly more range – reaching up to 691 km, about 622 km more than the Volvo XC90.

XC90

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 EQE offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 219 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE delivers visibly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 281 Nm more.

EQE

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.

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC90 is slightly lighter – 2,080 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries a bit more – 710 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £57,600
EQE

Mercedes EQE

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 502 - 691 km
Mercedes EQE
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption

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Mercedes EQE

The Mercedes EQE glides like a silk-wrapped saloon from the future, pairing whisper-quiet refinement with a high-tech cabin that feels both modern and indulgent. For buyers who want electric luxury without shouting about it, the EQE is composed, comfortably confident, and just smug enough to feel special.

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Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Mercedes EQE
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,600 - 94,900 £
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
502 - 691 km
Electric Range
69 km
Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
71 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,375 - 2,540 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,946 - 4,964 mm
Length
-
Width
1,961 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
1,492 - 1,510 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
545 - 600 kg
Payload
600 - 710 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Power HP
250 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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