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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Volvo S60?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Volvo S60

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially 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

EQS SUV

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.

Volvo S60 is significantly cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,458 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers substantially more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 601 km more than the Volvo S60.

S60

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 EQS SUV offers clearly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 203 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQS SUV is slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers clearly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 241 Nm more.

EQS SUV

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 S60 is substantially lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 980 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers clearly more boot space – 645 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 218 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries a bit more – 570 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV is clearly superior overall 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 695 km
Mercedes EQS SUV
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Mercedes EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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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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Mercedes EQS SUV
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
461 - 475 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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