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Mercedes GLA vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (38,800 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLA or Volvo XC60?

Mercedes GLA vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Mercedes GLA

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
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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

GLA

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.

Mercedes GLA is considerably cheaper – starting at 38,800 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,441 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes GLA with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo XC60 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 79 km, about 5 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

XC60

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 GLA offers marginally more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers markedly more torque with 669 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 169 Nm more.

GLA

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLA is markedly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 580 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries only slightly more – 510 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 holds a slight edge 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 GLA
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes GLA

The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.

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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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Mercedes GLA
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
74 km
Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
66 - 216 g/km
co2
59 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 1,810 kg
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 500 kg
Payload
510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
335 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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