Mercedes-Benz vs Volvo — which to choose?
Detailed comparison based on 4654 real listings in Latvia
📊 Key Metrics
| Metric | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listings | 1865 | 2789 | ✓ Volvo — more listings |
| Average Price | €16 480 | €8413 | ✓ Volvo — cheaper |
| Median Price | €8900 | €6000 | ✓ Volvo — cheaper |
| Price Range | €450 – €320 000 | €300 – €69 950 | |
| Average Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
| Average Mileage | 245 715 km | 289 311 km | ✓ Mercedes-Benz — less mileage |
⛽ Fuel Type
Mercedes-Benz
Diesel75% (1339)
Petrol20% (352)
Hybrid3% (46)
Gas/LPG2% (43)
Sedans0% (1)
Apvidus0% (1)
Universāls0% (1)
Kupeja0% (1)
Mikroautobuss0% (1)
Volvo
Diesel87% (2401)
Petrol6% (172)
Hybrid3% (90)
Gas/LPG2% (67)
Apvidus0% (9)
Universāls0% (6)
⚙️ Transmission
Mercedes-Benz
Automatic30%
Automatic27%
Automāts 7 ātrumi9%
Manuāla 6 ātrumi6%
Manual6%
Automāts 9 ātrumi5%
Automāts 5 ātrumi5%
Automāts 6 ātrumi3%
Manuāla2%
Manuāla 5 ātrumi2%
Automāts 8 ātrumi1%
Automāts 4 ātrumi1%
Melna 0%
Balta 0%
Melna metālika0%
Pelēka metālika0%
Sudraba metālika0%
Sudraba 0%
Zila 0%
Automāts 10 ātrumi0%
Manuāla 4 ātrumi0%
Pelēka 0%
Balta metālika0%
Brūna 0%
Sarkana 0%
Zaļa 0%
Oranža 0%
Manuāla 8 ātrumi0%
Zaļa metālika0%
Brūna metālika0%
Manuāla 7 ātrumi0%
Zila metālika0%
Volvo
Automatic29%
Automatic17%
Manuāla 6 ātrumi14%
Manual9%
Automāts 6 ātrumi8%
Manuāla7%
Manuāla 5 ātrumi6%
Automāts 8 ātrumi4%
Automāts 5 ātrumi3%
Automāts 7 ātrumi1%
Pelēka 0%
Melna 0%
Automāts 4 ātrumi0%
Sudraba metālika0%
Pelēka metālika0%
Melna metālika0%
Sudraba 0%
Automāts 10 ātrumi0%
Sarkana 0%
Balta 0%
Zila 0%
Balta metālika0%
Zaļa metālika0%
Brūna 0%
Sarkana metālika0%
Automāts 9 ātrumi0%
🏆 Popular Models
Mercedes-Benz
💰 Price Distribution
| Range | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
|---|---|---|
| < €3,000 | 14% (256) | 23% (633) |
| €3,000–5,000 | 14% (264) | 20% (548) |
| €5,000–10,000 | 26% (483) | 32% (892) |
| €10,000–20,000 | 21% (385) | 17% (466) |
| €20,000–35,000 | 15% (275) | 8% (215) |
| €35,000+ | 11% (202) | 1% (35) |
🎯 Verdict
Volvo wins on: cheaper, more listings. Mercedes-Benz excels in: less mileage. Both brands are excellent choices — the final decision depends on your budget and needs.
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Open comparison tool →❓ Frequently Asked Questions
▶Which is cheaper — Mercedes-Benz or Volvo?
By average price in Latvia, Volvo is cheaper at €8413, compared to €16 480 for Mercedes-Benz.
▶Mercedes-Benz or Volvo — which is more reliable?
Both brands offer reliable models. Mercedes-Benz average mileage is 245 715 km, Volvo — 289 311 km. Lower mileage may indicate better condition.
▶How many Mercedes-Benz and Volvo listings are there in Latvia?
Currently there are 1865 Mercedes-Benz and 2789 Volvo listings in Latvia.
▶Which car is better for families — Mercedes-Benz or Volvo?
Both brands have great family models. Mercedes-Benz top models: C220, Sprinter, E220. Volvo: Xc 60, V70, Xc 90.
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