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BMW X6 vs Volvo XC60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (83600 £ vs 49200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or Volvo XC60?

BMW X6

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Volvo XC60 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49200 £, while the BMW X6 costs 83600 £. That’s a price difference of around 34380 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.20 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 X6 has a evident edge – offering 625 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X6 performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X6 pulls minimal stronger with 750 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 41 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Volvo XC60 is to a small extent lighter – 1900 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X6 offers a bit more room – 580 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs minimal better – up to 1543 L, which is about 13 L more than the BMW X6.

When it comes to payload, BMW X6 noticeable takes the win – 695 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo XC60 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo XC60 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £49,200
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Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
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BMW X6

The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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Volvo XC60

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The 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
83600 - 146400 £
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2445 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4948 - 4960 mm
Length
4708 mm
Width
2004 - 2019 mm
Width
1902 mm
Height
1695 - 1700 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1530 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo

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What drivetrain options does the BMW X6 have?

The BMW X6 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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