Volvo ES90 Single Motor vs Mercedes EQS 450+

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of $104400. The Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production.

The Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range (2025-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is a Sedan.

While the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range (2025-…).

The Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 300 kW, while the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) maxes out at 200 kW.

The Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range (2025-…).

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range (2025-…), but the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The Volvo ES90 Single Motor Extended Range (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 3527 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.