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Mercedes GLB vs Volvo XC90 comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 74,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Volvo XC90?
Mercedes GLB vs Volvo XC90: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
GLB
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes GLB is clearly cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,108 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC90 uses 3.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers considerably more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 562 km more than the Volvo XC90.
XC90
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 Volvo XC90 offers moderately more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers markedly more torque with 669 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 154 Nm more.
GLB
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, Mercedes GLB is moderately lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries visibly more – 710 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes GLB is decisively ahead 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 £43,200
Mercedes GLB
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Volvo XC90
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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 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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Mercedes GLB
Volvo XC90
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
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Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
431 - 631 km
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Electric Range
69 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 138 g/km
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co2
71 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
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Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
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Trunk capacity
540 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,861 mm
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Width
1,923 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
485 - 505 kg
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Payload
600 - 710 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
250 - 406 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
360 - 669 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
184 - 299 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Volvo
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