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Mercedes GLS vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (634 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (191,300 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Volvo S60?

Mercedes GLS vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • clearly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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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:

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

Volvo S60 is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 191,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 148,746 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 13.3 L/100km. The difference is about 12.6 L/100km.

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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 Mercedes GLS offers clearly 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 GLS is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

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

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes GLS offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo S60 is considerably lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,700 kg. The difference is around 985 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S60 offers moderately more boot space – 427 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries markedly more – 695 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £42,500
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Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 94 km
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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 S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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3.9 (1 Reviews)
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I choose the Volvo S60 for its elegance and because of the dealer that distributes it in my country. I find it superior in technology and efficiency.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
191,300 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
13.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
302 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,700 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
695 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
634 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
466 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
Is the Mercedes GLS offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes GLS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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