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Mercedes-Benz C320 vs Volvo S60

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2005 Mercedes-Benz C320

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2025 Volvo S60

Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz C320C320Volvo S60B5 Core
Selected trimC320B5 Core
Body styleHatchbackSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20052025

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz C320C320Volvo S60B5 Core
MSRP$28,250 (best)$42,600
Lowest listing price$7,579 (best)
Median listing price$31,800 (best)
Highest listing price$37,989 (best)
For sale now07 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz C320C320Volvo S60B5 Core
Combined MPG18 MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG27 MPG (best)
Highway MPG22 MPG36 MPG (best)
Fuel tank16.4 gal (best)15.9 gal

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz C320C320Volvo S60B5 Core
Horsepower215 hp247 hp (best)
Torque229 lb-ft258 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.2 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz C320C320Volvo S60B5 Core
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors34 (best)
Cargo volume38.1 cu ft (best)11.6 cu ft
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,385 lbs (best)3,746 lbs
Ground clearance6.3 in (best)5.8 in
Wheelbase106.9 in113.1 in (best)
Length171 in188.1 in (best)
Width68 in72.8 in (best)
Height54.3 in56.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz C320C320Volvo S60B5 Core
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)42 (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimMercedes-Benz C320Volvo S60
1

C320

$28,250 MSRP(Currently comparing)

B5 Core

$42,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

C320

$37,350 MSRP

B5 Core

$44,900 MSRP

3

C320 Luxury

$37,950 MSRP

B5 Plus

$45,400 MSRP

4

C320 Luxury 4MATIC

$39,150 MSRP

B5 Plus

$47,750 MSRP

5

B5 Ultra

$50,300 MSRP

6

B5 Ultra Black Edition

$51,000 MSRP

7

T8 Core

$52,100 MSRP

8

T8 Plus

$54,900 MSRP

9

T8 Ultra

$57,400 MSRP

10

T8 Ultra Black Edition

$58,100 MSRP

Live inventory

Mercedes-Benz C320 vs Volvo S60 FAQ

Which is better: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2025 Volvo S60?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 vs 2025 Volvo S60 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2025 Volvo S60?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 starts lower at $28,250. Live Volvo S60 listings start at $7,579.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2025 Volvo S60?
The 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (28,250).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2025 Volvo S60?
The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2025 Volvo S60?
The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (40).
Which has better horsepower: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2025 Volvo S60?
The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on horsepower in this comparison (455).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2025 Volvo S60?
The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 vs 2025 Volvo S60?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volvo S60 (5/5 NHTSA overall).