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Mercedes G Class vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 74,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G Class or Volvo XC90?

Mercedes G Class vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

Mercedes G Class

  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo XC90

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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo XC90 is substantially cheaper – starting at 74,300 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,285 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC90 uses 3.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G Class offers significantly more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 410 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes G Class offers noticeably 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 noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

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

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC90 is moderately lighter – 2,080 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries barely more – 715 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G Class holds a decisive overall lead 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
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Mercedes G Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • 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 : 479 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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Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

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Mercedes G Class
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
69 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
71 - 188 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
7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
600 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol 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
250 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, 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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