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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 74,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Volvo XC90?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
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Volvo XC90

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,357 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC90 uses 3.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers clearly more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 375 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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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 Volvo XC90 offers clearly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers noticeably more torque with 669 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 219 Nm more.

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 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is marginally lighter – 2,052 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 28 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries clearly more – 2,641 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,931 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter 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.

from £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 194 - 444 km
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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 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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Reviews Volvo XC90

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11 Nov 2025, 12:59:12

I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 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
69 km
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
71 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
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Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
-
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
600 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
250 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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