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Mercedes G Class vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 49,200 £ ) 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
  • clearly more trunk space
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Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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 49,200 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,399 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 2.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G Class offers clearly more range – reaching up to 468 km, about 386 km more than the Volvo XC60.

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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 markedly 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 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 no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers markedly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 455 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 visibly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 585 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G Class offers clearly more boot space – 640 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes G Class offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,990 L, about 447 L more than the Volvo XC60.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries noticeably more – 715 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 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.

from £106,600
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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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 calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
468 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
116 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
71 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
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
620 - 640 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4,624 mm
Length
4,708 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
1,983 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,990 L
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
415 - 715 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, 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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