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Mercedes G-Class vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Volvo XC60?

Mercedes G-Class vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • markedly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo XC60

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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Volvo XC60 is substantially cheaper – starting at 58,300 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,313 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 7.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers clearly more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 400 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

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 markedly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 199 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers substantially more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 495 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC60 is somewhat lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries noticeably more – 715 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 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 £58,300
XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 335 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 79 km
Mercedes G-Class
Volvo XC60

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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 XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian elegance with a strong focus on occupant safety, delivering a calm, composed ride and a well-crafted, user-friendly cabin. It’s a practical yet premium compact SUV that balances comfort with confident road manners, ideal for buyers who value refinement and everyday usability.

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Mercedes G-Class
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
59 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,150 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
1,902 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
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
335 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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