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BMW X6 vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (83,600 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or Volvo XC60?

BMW X6 vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

BMW X6

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

Volvo XC60

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

X6

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo XC60 is clearly cheaper – starting at 49,200 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,380 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 2.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

XC60

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 offers visibly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X6 is visibly faster – 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: the BMW X6 delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 41 Nm more.

X6

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC60 is slightly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X6 offers slightly more boot space – 580 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,543 L, about 13 L more than the BMW X6.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X6 carries noticeably more – 695 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 is far ahead overall 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.

from £49,200
XC60

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
BMW X6
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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

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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BMW X6
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
83,600 - 146,400 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
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
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co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4,960 mm
Length
4,708 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
1,543 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
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
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
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