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Fiat Tipo Wagon vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Wagon or Volvo S60?

Fiat Tipo Wagon vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tipo Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat Tipo Wagon is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,523 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Wagon with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

S60

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 Volvo S60 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 325 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Fiat Tipo Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Fiat Tipo Wagon is moderately faster – reaching 207 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 389 Nm more.

Tipo Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Wagon is somewhat lighter – 1,455 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Tipo Wagon offers markedly more boot space – 550 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 123 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 475 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 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 £42,500
S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 94 km
Fiat Tipo Wagon
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Fiat Tipo Wagon

The Fiat Tipo Estate is a no-nonsense family wagon that focuses on practicality and value, with surprisingly generous load space and comfortable seats for long trips. It won't win style awards, but its sensible kit, simple controls and low running costs make it a smart, unfussy choice for buyers who want function over flash.

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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Fiat Tipo Wagon
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,000 - 27,000 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,470 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4,571 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,514 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
206 - 207 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Volvo
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