Mercedes-Benz E-Class Plug-in Hybrid vs Volvo ES90
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Plug-in Hybrid and the Volvo ES90 as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: IC Star Automotive, Inc. and Hariphil Asia Resources Inc. (HARI). Last verified .
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Plug-in Hybrid
E 350 e Exclusive variant
- SRP
- ₱5,490,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱95,536
Photo: Volvo Cars Philippines, via volvocars.com.
Volvo ES90
Ultra Single Motor Extended Range variant
- SRP
- ₱5,265,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱91,621
How they differ
- The Volvo ES90 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱5,265,000, which is ₱225,000 (4%) below the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Plug-in Hybrid at ₱5,490,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the ES90 is estimated at ₱91,621 a month against ₱95,536 for the E-Class Plug-in Hybrid, a difference of ₱3,915 a month.
- The ES90 makes more power (333.2 PS against 204 PS for the E-Class Plug-in Hybrid).
- The ES90 has more torque (480 Nm against 320 Nm for the E-Class Plug-in Hybrid).
- The ES90 has the larger battery (92 kWh against 19.5 kWh for the E-Class Plug-in Hybrid).
- They differ in powertrain: the E-Class Plug-in Hybrid has a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the ES90 a battery-electric powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Mercedes-Benz E-Class Plug-in HybridE 350 e Exclusive, ₱5,490,000 | Volvo ES90Ultra Single Motor Extended Range, ₱5,265,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 petrol plug-in hybrid with one electric motor | Rear permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor |
| Displacement (differs) | 1999 cc | n/a |
| Max power (differs) | 204 PS | 333.2 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 6100 rpm | n/a |
| Max torque (differs) | 320 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 2,000-4,000 | n/a |
| Emission standard (differs) | Euro 6e | n/a |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 19.53 kWh | 92 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | Lithium-ion | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | n/a | 700 km |
| Range test cycle (differs) | n/a | WLTP |
| Motor power (differs) | n/a | 245 kW |
| AC charging (differs) | 11 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | n/a | DC 10-80% in about 22 min; AC 0-100% (3-phase 16A) in about 10 h |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic | Automatic (single-speed) |
| Drivetrain (differs) | n/a | RWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4949 mm | 5000 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1880 mm | 1942 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1468 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2961 mm | 3102 mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | n/a | 5 |
| Cargo volume (differs) | n/a | 424 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | Comfort suspension | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Comfort suspension | n/a |
| Wheels (differs) | 20-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy, black high-sheen | n/a |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) | n/a |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC, ATTENTION ASSIST, driver monitoring camera, PRE-SAFE | Pilot Assist (adaptive cruise with lane keeping); 7 cameras, 5 radars and 12 ultrasonic sensors |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | MBUX with 14.4-inch central touchscreen and hard-disc navigation | 14.5-inch free-standing centre touchscreen, Google built-in (Google Maps, Google Assistant, Google Play) with a four-year digital services package |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless phone charging | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | Digital driver display with MBUX Superscreen (14.4-inch central + 12.3-inch passenger screen) | 9-inch digital driver display |
| Headlight (differs) | DIGITAL LIGHT with projection function | n/a |
| Keyless system (differs) | KEYLESS-GO with HANDS-FREE ACCESS | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | AC Type 2 charging socket, 7 kW wallbox with 5 m cable supplied; panoramic sliding sunroof; head-up display; 4-zone THERMOTRONIC climate control; climatised front seats; Burmester 4D surround sound; selfie and video camera | 800-volt electrical system, 14-speaker Bose audio, panoramic glass roof, heated and ventilated front seats with massage, reclining ventilated rear seats |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 3 years | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.