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Mercedes EQS vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (80,900 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or Volvo S60?

Mercedes EQS vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Mercedes EQS

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

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially 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

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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.

Volvo S60 is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,402 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers considerably more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 826 km more than the Volvo S60.

S60

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQS offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS delivers somewhat more torque with 800 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo S60 is substantially lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 835 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers markedly more boot space – 610 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 183 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries slightly 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 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 £80,900
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Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 367 - 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 810 - 920 km
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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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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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27 Apr 2026, 22:48:18

I choose the Volvo S60 for its elegance and because of the dealer that distributes it in my country. I find it superior in technology and efficiency.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
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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
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
545 - 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQS?

The Mercedes EQS is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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