Comparison - Volvo XC90 T6 R-Design 2019 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLC-class plug-in hybrid 2023

General

Other Names:

Also called:

XC Classic (China)

Also called:

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Average Price: 
$
60,650
Updated: 
02 May 2019
$
49,100
Updated: 
12 Jun 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2023
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
8-speed Automatic
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
18.80gals
17.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Crystal White Metallic
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Bursting Blue Metallic
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Electric Silver Metallic
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Passion Red
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Onyx Black Metallic
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Osmium Grey Metallic
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Color: 
Black
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Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

For 2019, the XC90 has no major powertrain updates but some new standard features and updated option packages. Every model now has updated infotainment software, third-row seating, heated washer nozzles, a 12-volt outlet in the cargo area, and four-zone climate control, among other things. The higher trim levels have a Harman/Kardon premium stereo, navigation, sun shades in the rear side windows, and a tailored dashboard and upper door panels. The headlight washing system and full LED headlights with automatic high-beams are no longer standard on the R-Design and Inscription.

Pros
Astonishingly beautiful,
solid driving dynamics,
safety by Volvo.

Cons
Can approach starter-home prices,
minor powertrain flaws,
base trim lacks the lineup's best features.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2019 Volvo XC90 is a standout effort from the Swedish brand, offering style, luxury, and practicality in a way many other luxury SUVs don’t.

Pros
Svelte Swedish looks
Less-is-more interior
Tablet-like infotainment
Wide variety of models and trims
Standard safety tech

Cons
Not worth six figures at top end
Base powertrain lacks oomph
Rear seats could use more support
Questionable materials in places

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2019 Volvo XC90 ranked #19 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Volvo XC90 has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 35 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Elegant interior quality
Long list of standard safety and tech features
Exceptional passenger space and cargo room

Cons
Underwhelming base engine
Unrefined transmission
Below-average predicted reliability rating

By: 
usnews.com

Pros
Smooth-running powertrain,
deluxe interior,
expensive looks match its starting price.

Cons
Not as athletic as its rivals,
steering could be more tactile,
infotainment interface isn't as intuitive as we'd like.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Connected steering with just the right amount of weight
Quiet and comfortable with excellent ride quality
Mild hybrid system improves responsiveness and efficiency
Interior build quality and materials are exceptional

Cons
Wireless charging pad is hard to reach
Where are the ventilated seats?
Plug-in model not available yet
Multimedia system can be complicated to use

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
19.00mpg
20.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
26.00mpg
26.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
2.00L
Torque: 
295ft-lbs
at 2 200rpm
295ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
Horsepower: 
316hp
at 5 700rpm
255hp
at 5 800rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Manual rear seat easy entry
Keyless Ignition
Leather And Alloy Steering Wheel
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Leather steering wheel
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Turn signal in mirrors
Keyless ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
194.90in
185.70in
Width: 
79.10in
81.70in
Height: 
69.90in
64.60in
Ground Clearance: 
10.50in
Front Track: 
65.70in
Rear Track: 
65.80in
Wheel Base: 
117.50in
113.70in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.90
41.30
Rear Head Room: 
38.50
39.70
Front Leg Room: 
40.90in
40.70in
Rear leg room: 
37.00in
37.40in
Front Hip Room: 
56.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.70in
57.30in
Rear Hip Room: 
56.50in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.50in
56.60in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
85.70cu.ft
59.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
5000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
15.80cu.ft
21.90cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
23.80degrees
Angle of Departure: 
23.30degrees
Curb Weight: 
4771.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 one-touch power windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
4 one-touch power windows
1st row power glass moonroof
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Multi-level heating passenger seat
8 -way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Premium Leather/Sueded Microfiber
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
8 -way power passenger seat
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Leatherette
Bucket front seats
10-way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver seat thigh extension
10-way power passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat thigh extension
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Reclining rear seats
Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Folding center armrest

Suspension

Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn signal in mirrors
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Four Zone Climate Control
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Dual zone front climate control
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Rear ventilation ducts

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
600 Watts Stereo Output
14 Total Speakers
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
1 Subwoofer(S)
11.9" infotainment display size
Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB with external media control
Speed sensitive volume control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
no
no
More in Glass and Roof: 
Privacy glass
Speed sensitive wipers
Power glass sunroof
Fixed glass rear sunroof
Speed sensitive wipers
Roof rack
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 X 9.0 In.
18 x 8.0
Wheels more: 
All season tires
Temporary Spare Tire
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated front disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear ventilated disc brakes
ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
no
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
no
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*
Emergency Service*
Emergency braking preparation
Airbag Deployment Notification*
Post-collision safety system
Rear center 3-point belt
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Cornering lights
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
High Pressure Washers Headlamps
LED Headlamp
Self-Leveling Headlights
Turn Signal Mirrors
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Post-collision safety system
Pre-collision safety system
Blind spot warning accident avoidance system

Options

Packages: 
Advanced Package
Exterior Options: 
22" X 9.0" 5-Double Spoke Matte Black Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels
Interior Options: 
Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound System
Charcoal Headliner
Integrated Center Booster Cushion 2nd Row
Grocery Bag Holder
Heated Steering Wheel & Rear Seats

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Charcoal, premium leather/sueded microfiber
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