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Ford Transit Courier vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Courier or Volvo S60?

Ford Transit Courier vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Ford Transit Courier

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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Volvo S60

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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
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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

Transit Courier

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Transit Courier is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,859 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Transit Courier with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Transit Courier offers considerably more range – reaching up to 325 km, about 231 km more than the Volvo S60.

S60

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo S60 offers clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 319 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 419 Nm more.

Transit Courier

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, Ford Transit Courier is visibly lighter – 1,378 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 337 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Courier carries markedly more – 701 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 226 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 Transit Courier
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Ford Transit Courier

The Ford Transit Courier is a compact, city-friendly van that hides surprising practicality behind a neat, no-nonsense exterior. Ideal for small businesses and urban runs, it pairs easy maneuverability and clever load solutions with a colleague-friendly driving position — proof that you don't need a giant van to get big jobs done.

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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 Transit Courier
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 31,900 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
325 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 158 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,378 - 1,549 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
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Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
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Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
529 - 701 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 136 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 100 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Volvo
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