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Mercedes-Benz VLE vs Volvo EX90
Selected trim300Change trim397 mi · 115 kWh · Not available
Selected trimSingle MotorChange trim351 mi · 92 kWh · £80,160
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz VLE leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Volvo EX90 leads on value for money.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mercedes-Benz VLE if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Volvo EX90 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz VLE wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueVolvo
Mercedes-Benz
0
Volvo
4.9
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
8.5
Volvo
4.3
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
10
Volvo
8.6
ChargingMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
9
Volvo
8.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £80,160 |
| Official range | 397 miles (better) | 351 miles |
| Boot space | Not available | 324 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 22 min |
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 6.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Mercedes-Benz VLE
Volvo EX90
Length
Mercedes-Benz VLE5,200mm
Volvo EX905,037mm-163mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz VLE1,930mm-34mm
Volvo EX901,964mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz VLE1,900mm
Volvo EX901,744mm-156mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,200 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,930 mm (better) | 1,964 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,113 mm |
| Height | 1,900 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 12 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 470 mm spare (better) | 436 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 8 (better) | 7 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 926 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | Not available | 324 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 2082 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 46 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mercedes-Benz VLE
- At 5,200 mm, longer than 95% of MPVs we track.
- Built on an 800 V architecture, one of 2 MPVs we track with a 700 V+ battery system.
- 397 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of MPVs we track.
Volvo EX90
- At 5,037 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 350 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- 2,985 mm wheelbase, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz VLE 300 |  Volvo EX90 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.20m | 5.04m-163mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.96m+34mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.11m |
| Height | 1.90m | 1.74m-156mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.43m | 2.98m-445mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | Not available | 324L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 2082L |
| Frunk | Not available | 46L |
| Seats | 8 (better) | 7 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 926mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 12m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 2,555kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 115kWh (better) | 92kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 397 mi (better) | 351 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 315kW | 350kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £80,160 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 397 miles (better) | 351 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 331 miles (better) | 246 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 22 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 315 kW | 350 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 185 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 115 kWh (better) | 88 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 6.8 sec |
| Power | 200 kW | 245 kW (better) |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Mercedes-Benz VLE
300
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Volvo EX90
Single Motor
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Mercedes-Benz VLE
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Volvo EX90 Single Motor
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist86%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Volvo EX90Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Mercedes-Benz VLE
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Volvo EX90
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Mercedes-Benz VLE and Volvo EX90 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 331 miles for the Mercedes-Benz VLE and 246 miles for the Volvo EX90 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz VLE goes roughly 85 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz VLE or the Volvo EX90?
The Mercedes-Benz VLE is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 34 mm narrower than the Volvo EX90. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 470 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz VLE and about 436 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX90.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Mercedes-Benz VLE or the Volvo EX90?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Mercedes-Benz VLE and 84% for the Volvo EX90. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .