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Mercedes V Class vs Volvo V90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (237 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (48200 £ vs 62300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Volvo V90?

Mercedes V Class

Volvo V90

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.

Mercedes V Class has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 48200 £, while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £. That’s a price difference of around 14141 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.10 L. The difference is about 6.30 L per 100 km.

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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 V90 has a significantly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Mercedes V Class takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes V Class performs to a small extent better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls evident stronger with 709 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 209 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers a bit more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.

In curb weight, Volvo V90 is barely noticeable lighter – 2075 kg compared to 2192 kg. The difference is around 117 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes V Class offers clearly more room – 1410 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 922 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes V Class performs decisively better – up to 5010 L, which is about 3556 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes V Class clearly takes the win – 908 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 393 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo V90 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo V90 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £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 : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km
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Mercedes V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
48200 - 83300 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
187 - 232 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Estate
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2192 - 2464 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
610 - 1410 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4895 - 5370 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1901 - 1908 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
4200 - 5010 L
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
636 - 908 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo

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Is the Mercedes V Class offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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