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Mercedes G-Class vs Volvo EX90 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 72,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Volvo EX90?

Mercedes G-Class vs Volvo EX90: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • only slightly lighter
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Volvo EX90

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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

G-Class

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 EX90 is significantly cheaper – starting at 72,200 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,428 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX90 is considerably more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 10.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX90 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 141 km more than the Mercedes G-Class.

EX90

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 Volvo EX90 offers moderately more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 605 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX90 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Mercedes G-Class takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 870 Nm. That’s about 294 Nm more.

G-Class

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 EX90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes G-Class is only slightly lighter – 2,485 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries moderately more – 715 kg compared to 605 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX90 is decisively ahead 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 £72,200
EX90

Volvo EX90

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 570 - 620 km
Mercedes G-Class
Volvo EX90

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Mercedes G-Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Volvo EX90

The Volvo EX90 feels like a Scandinavian fortress on wheels, combining serene luxury with smart safety features that make everyday driving remarkably calm and confident. It dresses cutting-edge electric technology in understated elegance, so buyers who want peace of mind without shouting about it will find it hard to resist.

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Mercedes G-Class
Volvo EX90

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
72,200 - 91,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,765 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
545 - 605 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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