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Mercedes G-Class vs Volvo S90 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Volvo S90?

Mercedes G-Class vs Volvo S90: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • visibly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Volvo S90

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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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 S90 is substantially cheaper – starting at 62,200 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,362 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 7.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers substantially more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 390 km more than the Volvo S90.

S90

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 G-Class offers visibly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers noticeably more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 455 Nm more.

G-Class

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo S90 is clearly lighter – 1,912 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 573 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers visibly more boot space – 640 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 187 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries visibly more – 715 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 197 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £62,200
S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 89 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
-
Length
4,969 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes G-Class have?

The Mercedes G-Class is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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