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Mercedes-Benz GLK250 vs Volvo XC60

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

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2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250

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2026 Volvo XC60

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Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz GLK250GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATICVolvo XC60B5 Core
Selected trimGLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATICB5 Core
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typediesel fuelpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission7-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typedieselmild hybrid
Model year20152026

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz GLK250GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATICVolvo XC60B5 Core
MSRP$39,400 (best)$49,700
Lowest listing price—$14,481 (best)
Median listing price—$37,678 (best)
Highest listing price—$64,974 (best)
For sale now070 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz GLK250GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATICVolvo XC60B5 Core
Combined MPG28 MPG (best)26 MPG
City MPG24 MPG (best)23 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)30 MPG
Fuel tank15.6 gal18.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz GLK250GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATICVolvo XC60B5 Core
Horsepower200 hp247 hp (best)
Torque369 lb-ft (best)266 lb-ft
Engine size2.1 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz GLK250GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATICVolvo XC60B5 Core
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume54.7 cu ft63.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs3,500 lbs
Payload1,268 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,246 lbs4,131 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—8.5 in (best)
Wheelbase108.5 in112.8 in (best)
Length178.3 in185.4 in (best)
Width74.3 in (best)—
Height66.9 in (best)65.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz GLK250GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATICVolvo XC60B5 Core
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)5None reported (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 GLK250Volvo XC60
1

GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC

$39,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

B5 Core

$49,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

B5 Plus

$54,300 MSRP

3—

B5 Ultra

$59,650 MSRP

4—

B5 Ultra Black Edition

$60,800 MSRP

5—

T8 Core

$61,150 MSRP

6—

T8 Plus

$65,600 MSRP

7—

T8 Ultra

$70,950 MSRP

8—

T8 Ultra Black Edition

$72,050 MSRP

9—

T8 Polestar Engineered

$79,800 MSRP

Live inventory

Mercedes-Benz GLK250 vs Volvo XC60 FAQ

Which is better: 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 or 2026 Volvo XC60?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 vs 2026 Volvo XC60 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 or 2026 Volvo XC60?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 starts lower at $39,400. Live Volvo XC60 listings start at $14,481.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 or 2026 Volvo XC60?
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,400).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 or 2026 Volvo XC60?
The 2026 Volvo XC60 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (36).
Which has better horsepower: 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 or 2026 Volvo XC60?
The 2026 Volvo XC60 leads on horsepower in this comparison (455).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 vs 2026 Volvo XC60?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volvo XC60 (5/5 NHTSA overall).