Mercedes GLE 2018 vs Volvo XC90 2019
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Mercedes GLE is available with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive, while Volvo XC90 can be equipped only with four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Mercedes GLE also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 2.0 - 4.0 | 2.0 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 211 - 612 HP | 235 - 407 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 - 850 NM | 350 - 640 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.8 - 7.2 seconds | 5.4 - 7.9 seconds | |
| In general, Mercedes GLE are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Volvo XC90. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 1.3 - 11.5 | 1.5 - 10.8 | |
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Mercedes GLE petrol engines consumes on average 2.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than Volvo XC90. On average, Mercedes GLE equipped with diesel engines consume 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo XC90. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 203 mm (8 inches) | 223 mm (8.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo XC90 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.92 m | 4.95 m | |
| Width: | 1.97 m | 1.94 m | |
| Height: | 1.79 m | 1.78 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes GLE is 3 cm shorter than the Volvo XC90, 3 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes GLE is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 690 litres | 368 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
2055 litres | 1886 litres | |
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Mercedes GLE has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The Volvo XC90 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes GLE (by 169 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 12.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes GLE is 0.5 metres less than that of the Volvo XC90, which means Mercedes GLE can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 3`069 kg | ~ 2`858 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 2`243 kg | ~ 2`238 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 826 kg | ~ 620 kg | |
| Mercedes GLE load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 25 procentiem more than Volvo XC90. Therefore, Mercedes GLE is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 46 400 | 43 800 | |
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