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Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG S vs Volvo S90

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

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2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG S

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2025 Volvo S90

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Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG SAMG CLA 45 SVolvo S90B6 Plus
Selected trimAMG CLA 45 SB6 Plus
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20262025

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG SAMG CLA 45 SVolvo S90B6 Plus
MSRP$67,550$58,300 (best)
Lowest listing price—$17,498 (best)
Median listing price—$21,386 (best)
Highest listing price—$28,814 (best)
For sale now04 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG SAMG CLA 45 SVolvo S90B6 Plus
Combined MPG23 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank13.5 gal15.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG SAMG CLA 45 SVolvo S90B6 Plus
Horsepower416 hp (best)295 hp
Torque369 lb-ft (best)310 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG SAMG CLA 45 SVolvo S90B6 Plus
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume11.6 cu ft13.5 cu ft (best)
Payload—950 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,791 lbs (best)4,296 lbs
Ground clearance—5.9 in (best)
Wheelbase107.4 in120.5 in (best)
Length184.8 in200.4 in (best)
Width73.1 in74 in (best)
Height55.4 in57.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG SAMG CLA 45 SVolvo S90B6 Plus
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)3

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 CLA45 AMG SVolvo S90
1

AMG CLA 45 S

$67,550 MSRP(Currently comparing)

B6 Plus

$58,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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B6 Ultra

$63,900 MSRP

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T8 Plus

$65,650 MSRP

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T8 Ultra

$71,200 MSRP

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Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG S vs Volvo S90 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG S or 2025 Volvo S90?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG S vs 2025 Volvo S90 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG S or 2025 Volvo S90?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Volvo S90 starts lower at $58,300. Live Volvo S90 listings start at $17,498.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG S or 2025 Volvo S90?
The 2025 Volvo S90 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (58,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG S or 2025 Volvo S90?
The 2025 Volvo S90 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG S or 2025 Volvo S90?
The 2025 Volvo S90 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (38).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG S or 2025 Volvo S90?
The 2025 Volvo S90 leads on horsepower in this comparison (455).