Compare The Volvo S90 Vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Differences

Volvo S90 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Pricing

Used to the finer things in life, you expect a higher level of detail in all things. The goal is to create an experience that transcends the norm; fortunately, you're in a position to make that happen. But when you purchase or lease a luxury vehicle, are you getting all that you should when it comes to price? When it comes to comparative MSRPs, the Volvo S90 vs. E-Class price points reveal some startling facts.

At a starting price of $56,000 MSRP,¹ the Mercedes-Benz E-Class does not give you leather or comprehensive safety features like the Volvo S90. However, at a starting price of just $52,850 MSRP,¹ the Volvo S90 gives you genuine leather, semi-autonomous driving, wireless charging, adaptive cruise, autonomous braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, whiplash mitigating seats, and other technology unavailable in their vehicles.² It would seem that the Volvo S90 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class price comparison proves there's nothing to compare.

The Volvo S90 offers you several trims, including the Momentum, R-Design (& Plug-in Hybrid), and Inscription (& Plug-in Hybrid). Favorite colors include Black Stone, Bright Silver, Onyx Black, Denim Blue, Birch Light, Thunder Grey, Platinum Grey, and Crystal White. Leather colors include Charcoal, Blond, Amber, and Slate.

With the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, you can choose between the 350 or 450. The E 450 offers coupe, sedan, or Cabriolet body styles. Exterior colors are comparable, and at least Mercedes-Benz has decided to include LED exterior lighting. There are equally as many interior options available, but on MB-TEX (a fancy way of saying vinyl). Is that what a luxury car should be? In this case, Volvo S90 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class differences are night and day in favor of Volvo Cars.

Did we forget to mention that Volvo Cars offers three years or 36K miles of complimentary maintenance? Mercedes-Benz does not.

Volvo S90 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Performance

Regarding engines and performance, the Volvo S90 keeps you ahead of the competition. This year debuts the B6 mild-hybrid, which utilizes a 48-volt battery (that you'll never have to charge) to produce 295 horsepower. The plug-in hybrid T8 models enjoy a thrilling 455 horsepower. Both engines pair with an eight-speed transmission and permanent AWD. The B6 has a 0-60 of 6.4 seconds, while the T8 will get you there in about 5 seconds. According to the EPA, the fuel-sipping B6 will get you a combined 26 MPG³ rating, while the T8 offers a combined 66 MPGe³ score.

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class offers a few engines, including a turbocharged four-cylinder with a combined EPA rating of 26 MPG;³ a 3.0-liter six-cylinder with a combined EPA rating of 26 MPG;³ and a performance model with an EPA rating of 22 MPG³ combined. Add AWD to any of those, and the numbers fall by a factor of two across the board. The four-cylinder has 255 horsepower, the six-cylinder gives you 362 horsepower, and their "performance" model gives you 429 horsepower.

These specs beg the question, "Why would you pay more and get less with a Mercedes-Benz?" You don't need to be a financial advisor to know that's an unwise investment. When it comes to the Volvo S90 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class comparison and performance, the Volvo S90 wins the day.

Volvo S90 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Dimensions

The Volvo S90 is 200.4" overall with a comfortable cruising wheelbase of 120.5". She's 74.4" wide with mirrors extended and stands 57.1" tall. There is 14 cubic feet of space for your things in the trunk, and five traveling companions in total get to enjoy an ample 102 cubic feet of passenger volume.

The E-Class reaches 194.3" overall with a less secure wheelbase of 115.7". With mirrors out, the E-Class is 73.7" wide and stands 57.8" high. Your trunk has 13 cubic feet of storage (or ten cubic feet with a convertible). As for interior comfort, you and four of your friends will have to do your best squeezed into about 90 cubic feet of passenger volume across all trims.

From this angle, does the E-Class vs. Volvo S90 stand a chance? We're not so sure. Luxury is comfort, and Volvo Cars understands this. Pick your new Volvo S90 for sale today and leave lesser vehicles behind.