2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2021 Volvo S90
When we compare the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the 2021 Volvo S90's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2021 Volvo S90 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and 2021 Volvo S90 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the 2021 Volvo S90's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2021 Volvo S90 Pricing
A used 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class ranges from $39,902 to $94,432 while a used 2021 Volvo S90 is priced between $34,998 to $47,988.
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2021 Volvo S90 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value and the 2021 Volvo S90 loses 59.6 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class retains 2.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Volvo S90.
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2021 Volvo S90 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 8.5 out of 10 while the Volvo S90's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 6 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Volvo S90 being ranked 13 out of 29.
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2021 Volvo S90 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 8.5 out of 10. For the Volvo S90 the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class an advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo S90.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the 2021 Volvo S90 base engine makes 316 horsepower. Both the E-Class and the S90 are rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 539 and 509 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the 2021 Volvo S90 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$39,902 - $94,432
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
56.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$34,998 - $47,988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
59.6%
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo S90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Volvo S90 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
2021 Volvo S90 Trim Levels
T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
316 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 539 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 32 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 509 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3781 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4389 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
195.6 inches
Wheelbase:
115.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
