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Kia Picanto vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Volvo S60?

Kia Picanto vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

Picanto

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.

Kia Picanto is substantially cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 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 68 HP. That’s roughly 387 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 Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 10 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 613 Nm more.

Picanto

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, Kia Picanto is considerably lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 591 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S60 offers clearly more boot space – 427 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 172 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries markedly more – 475 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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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
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Kia Picanto

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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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I choose the Volvo S60 for its elegance and because of the dealer that distributes it in my country. I find it superior in technology and efficiency.

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Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption
Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Kia Picanto have?

The Kia Picanto is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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