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Volvo EX90 vs Mercedes S-Class comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (72,200 £ vs 104,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX90 or Mercedes S-Class?

Volvo EX90 vs Mercedes S-Class: Key differences

Volvo EX90

2.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • clearly more electric range
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Mercedes S-Class

  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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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

EX90

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Volvo EX90 is clearly cheaper – starting at 72,200 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,857 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX90 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 502 km more than the Mercedes S-Class.

S-Class

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 EX90 offers very slightly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 635 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-Class is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Volvo EX90 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX90 delivers barely more torque with 870 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

EX90

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 EX90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes S-Class is a bit lighter – 2,165 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries barely more – 660 kg compared to 605 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX90 is clearly superior overall 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 £72,200
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/100km
  • Electric Range 570 - 620 km
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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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2.6 (1 Reviews)
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22 Apr 2026, 11:15:18

Full of faults — at least every other day there's something that needs to be fixed. Consumption 24 kWh/100 km in summer; in winter the range is half of what was promised. The safety would be good if the promised features actually worked.

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Mercedes S-Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
72,200 - 91,700 £
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
50 - 252 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,765 kg
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,964 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
545 - 605 kg
Payload
420 - 660 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Volvo EX90 offered with different drivetrains?

The Volvo EX90 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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