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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Volvo V90?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Volvo V90: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • barely lighter
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Volvo V90

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
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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

Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,357 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 7.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers significantly more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 356 km more than the Volvo V90.

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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 Volvo V90 offers considerably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 251 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo V90 is substantially faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers noticeably more torque with 709 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 259 Nm more.

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: Volvo V90 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is barely lighter – 2,052 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 23 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers clearly more capacity – up to 15,500 L, about 14,046 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries clearly more – 2,641 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V90 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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V90

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
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Volvo V90

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Volvo V90

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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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Estate
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
1,472 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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