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Mercedes GLB vs Volvo EX90 – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes GLB or Volvo EX90 fits your lifestyle better.

Mercedes GLB

Volvo EX90

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.

Mercedes GLB has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £, while the Volvo EX90 costs 73700 £. That’s a price difference of around 33196 £.

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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 Volvo EX90 has a decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX90 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo EX90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX90 pulls decisively stronger with 870 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: Volvo EX90 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLB is significantly lighter – 1640 kg compared to 2556 kg. The difference is around 916 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers decisively more room – 570 L compared to 324 L. That’s a difference of about 246 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo EX90 performs to a small extent better – up to 2135 L, which is about 330 L more than the Mercedes GLB.

When it comes to payload, Volvo EX90 somewhat takes the win – 585 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo EX90 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EX90 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Volvo EX90

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 19.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 570 - 620 km

Mercedes GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.

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Volvo EX90

The Volvo EX90 feels like a Scandinavian fortress on wheels, combining serene luxury with smart safety features that make everyday driving remarkably calm and confident. It dresses cutting-edge electric technology in understated elegance, so buyers who want peace of mind without shouting about it will find it hard to resist.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
40500 - 65300 £
Price
73700 - 94100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
88 - 102 kWh
co2
146 - 204 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
2556 - 2764 kg
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
324 L
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Length
5037 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Width
1964 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Height
1744 mm
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Max trunk capacity
2082 - 2135 L
Payload
500 kg
Payload
375 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes GLB have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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