Compare performance (727 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Volvo XC60?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BMW 5 Series Saloon is somewhat cheaper – starting at 50,800 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,449 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Saloon with 2.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 105 km, about 26 km more than the Volvo XC60.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 321 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers markedly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 331 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is a bit lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries a bit more – 600 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The BMW 5 Series Saloon holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.
detailsThe Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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Price
50,800 - 124,500 £
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Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
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Electric Range
79 km
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Battery Capacity
19 - 19.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
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co2
59 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
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Curb weight
2,150 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
5,060 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Width
1,902 mm
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Height
1,515 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
425 - 600 kg
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Payload
510 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
335 - 406 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
589 - 669 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
247 - 299 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Volvo
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