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Mercedes G Class vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G Class or Volvo XC40?

Mercedes G Class vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Mercedes G Class

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

Volvo XC40

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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • considerably lighter

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Volvo XC40 is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,828 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC40 uses 6.5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

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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 Mercedes G Class offers substantially more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 408 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers substantially more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 864 Nm more.

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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 XC40 is considerably lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 797 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G Class offers markedly more boot space – 640 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 188 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes G Class offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,990 L, about 662 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries clearly more – 715 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 183 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G Class 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.

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G Class

Mercedes G Class

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 468 km
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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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Mercedes G Class
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
468 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
116 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
620 - 640 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4,624 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,983 mm
Height
1,652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,990 L
Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
Payload
415 - 715 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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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