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Honda HR-V vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda HR-V or Volvo XC60?

Honda HR-V vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Honda HR-V

4.3 (15 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
Overall, owners tend to find the Honda HR‑V a practical, reliable and economical compact SUV that’s easy to live with in town and for family duties, offering predictable handling and a comfortable ride. Common positives include good fuel economy, roomy/intuive packaging and reassuring manners; common negatives some owners mention are noticeable noise under brisk acceleration or low‑speed maneuvers and a tendency to feel underpowered on sustained highway runs. So while feedback is broadly favorable for city and everyday use, opinions are more mixed on long‑distance refinement — worth a motorway run during your test drive if that’s your regular terrain.

Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space

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

HR-V

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.

Honda HR-V is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,449 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 2.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 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 Volvo XC60 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 324 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 456 Nm more.

HR-V

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Honda HR-V is markedly lighter – 1,452 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers visibly more boot space – 483 L compared to 319 L. That’s a difference of about 164 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries visibly more – 550 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 is decisively ahead 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
Honda HR-V
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V is the sensible compact crossover that blends roomy practicality with a composed, friendly drive, making it an easy pick for buyers who want everyday usability without fuss. It won’t thrill hardcore enthusiasts, but its clever packaging, comfortable cabin and low-key styling make life simpler — and that’s exactly the point.

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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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Honda HR-V
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,700 - 35,400 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,452 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
319 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
-
Length
4,708 mm
Width
-
Width
1,902 mm
Height
-
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
418 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
253 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Volvo
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