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Mercedes GLE vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (634 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (136,500 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Volvo V90?

Mercedes GLE vs Volvo V90: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

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  • visibly more power
  • barely more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Volvo V90

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • a bit 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Volvo V90 is considerably cheaper – starting at 62,300 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 136,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 74,181 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE offers barely more range – reaching up to 92 km, about 4 km more than the Volvo V90.

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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 Mercedes GLE offers visibly more power – delivering 634 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 179 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Volvo V90 takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers a bit more torque with 850 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 141 Nm more.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo V90 is a bit lighter – 2,075 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers markedly more boot space – 655 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries visibly more – 675 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V90 is clearly superior overall 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 £62,300
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Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 km
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Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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I just love Benz cars

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The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption
Price
136,500 - 175,800 £
Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 12.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
89 - 92 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
86 - 284 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,375 - 2,800 kg
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,472 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Payload
470 - 675 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
457 - 634 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
520 - 850 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
336 - 466 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
2,999 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

The Mercedes GLE is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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