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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (140 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (24,300 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon or Volvo S60?

Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly 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

Ceed Sportswagon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Ceed Sportswagon is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,300 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 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 clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 315 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.7 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 456 Nm more.

Ceed Sportswagon

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, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is noticeably lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 380 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 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 £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
Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Volvo S60

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Kia Ceed Sportswagon

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.

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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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Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,300 - 27,200 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,437 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
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
463 - 485 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

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