Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volvo V60
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the Volvo V60's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Volvo V60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the Volvo V60's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the Volvo V60.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volvo V60 Pricing
A used 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class ranges from $55,530 to $134,568 while a used 2021 Volvo V60 is priced between $27,000 to $44,693.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volvo V60 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 46.3 percent of its value and the Volvo V60 loses 55.1 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz E-Class retains 8.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo V60.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volvo V60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 9.1 out of 10 while the Volvo V60's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 1 out of 12 Best Luxury Wagons and the Volvo V60 being ranked 3 out of 12.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volvo V60 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 8.7 out of 10. For the Volvo V60 the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class an advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo V60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class’s base engine makes 362 horsepower, and the Volvo V60 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 591 miles. The V60 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 541 miles.This gives the Volvo V60 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volvo V60, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Volvo V60 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
55530 - 134568
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463108
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27000 - 44693
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.55061
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.079842 / 10
Reliability:
8.739528 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo V60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.233333 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Volvo V60 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 12Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
Volvo V60 Trim Levels
T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum, T5 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
464 / 591 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:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 541 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
Available
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:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
35 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
133.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
22.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
116.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4530 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
58.9 inches
Length:
194.8 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3813 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18