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Mercedes GLB vs Volvo V60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (40500 £ vs 41600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Volvo V60?

Mercedes GLB

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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 minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £, while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £. That’s a price difference of around 1139 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V60 manages with 2.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo V60 has a distinct edge – offering 455 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V60 pulls convincingly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Mercedes GLB is slight lighter – 1640 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 94 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers minimal more room – 570 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs distinct better – up to 1805 L, which is about 374 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V60 slight takes the win – 506 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo V60 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Volvo V60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 6.2 L
  • Electric Range : 92 km
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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 V60

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The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40500 - 65300 £
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
92 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
146 - 204 g/km
co2
54 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Height
1432 mm
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Payload
500 kg
Payload
466 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Volvo

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What drivetrain options does the Mercedes GLB have?

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

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