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Mercedes GLS vs Volvo EX90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (634 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (96100 £ vs 73700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Volvo EX90?

Mercedes GLS

Volvo EX90

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

GLS

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo EX90 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 73700 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 96100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22415 £.

EX90

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 EX90 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 680 HP compared to 634 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.20 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLS performs distinct better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Volvo EX90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX90 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 870 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

GLS

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLS is hardly perceptible lighter – 2550 kg compared to 2556 kg. The difference is around 6 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLS offers hardly perceptible more room – 355 L compared to 324 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLS performs somewhat better – up to 2400 L, which is about 265 L more than the Volvo EX90.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLS somewhat takes the win – 695 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £73,700
EX90

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 GLS
Volvo EX90

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Mercedes GLS

The GLS — usually just called the GLS — is Mercedes' flagship SUV, wrapping limousine-like comfort and commanding road presence into a smart, family-ready package. It pampers occupants with a hushed cabin, premium materials and intuitive tech, while still managing to feel confident and a little indulgent on the daily commute.

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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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Mercedes GLS
Volvo EX90

Costs and Consumption

Price
96100 - 208500 £
Price
73700 - 94100 £
Consumption L/100km
7.8 - 13.7 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
204 - 310 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
90 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2550 - 2825 kg
Curb weight
2556 - 2764 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
324 L
Length
5208 - 5233 mm
Length
5037 mm
Width
1956 mm
Width
1964 mm
Height
1782 - 1838 mm
Height
1744 mm
Max trunk capacity
2400 L
Max trunk capacity
2082 - 2135 L
Payload
445 - 695 kg
Payload
375 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 634 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
238 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
245 - 466 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
2989 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
Is the Mercedes GLS offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.