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Mercedes EQV vs Volvo S90 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (50,700 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQV or Volvo S90?

Mercedes EQV vs Volvo S90: Key differences

Mercedes EQV

  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably more trunk space
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Volvo S90

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQV

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 EQV is markedly cheaper – starting at 50,700 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,481 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 364 km, about 275 km more than the Volvo S90.

S90

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 S90 offers significantly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 251 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mercedes EQV takes 10.3 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo S90 is noticeably faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes EQV tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 365 Nm. That’s about 344 Nm more.

EQV

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes EQV offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo S90 is noticeably lighter – 1,912 kg compared to 2,666 kg. The difference is around 754 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQV offers considerably more boot space – 1,410 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 957 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQV carries markedly more – 834 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 316 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQV 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 £50,700
EQV

Mercedes EQV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 244 - 364 km
Mercedes EQV
Volvo S90

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Mercedes EQV

The Mercedes EQV is a serene electric people‑mover that wraps practical interior space in true Mercedes luxury, turning long trips into a first‑class commute. It’s perfect for families and executives who want silent, comfortable transport with a premium feel, and it manages to be both sensible and a little bit smug in the best possible way.

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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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Mercedes EQV
Volvo S90

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,700 - 54,400 £
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
244 - 364 km
Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,666 - 2,863 kg
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Trunk capacity
1,030 - 1,410 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
5,140 - 5,370 mm
Length
4,969 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
1,920 - 1,923 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Max trunk capacity
4,630 - 5,010 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
637 - 834 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.3 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
365 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
173 - 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, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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