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Ford Ranger vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Volvo S60?

Ford Ranger vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Ford Ranger

Volvo S60

  • barely cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter

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

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo S60 is barely cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,069 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ford Ranger with 3.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo S60 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 94 km, about 52 km more than the Ford Ranger.

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 noticeably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 163 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 Ford Ranger takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Ranger is only slightly faster – reaching 190 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers only slightly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 697 Nm. That’s about 12 Nm more.

Ranger

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, Volvo S60 is significantly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 690 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries clearly more – 989 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 514 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 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.

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
Ford Ranger
Volvo S60

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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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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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Ford Ranger
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,600 - 71,900 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 13.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
70 - 315 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
5,370 - 5,381 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,918 - 1,968 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,884 - 1,922 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
676 - 989 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
210 - 292 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
491 - 697 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
154 - 215 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Volvo
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