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Kia Picanto vs Volvo V60 comparison
Compare performance (68 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Volvo V60?
Kia Picanto vs Volvo V60: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Picanto
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Kia Picanto is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,343 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V60 uses 2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.
V60
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo V60 offers substantially more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 282 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 9.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V60 delivers considerably more torque with 589 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 493 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 substantially lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,734 kg. The difference is around 610 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Volvo V60 offers clearly more boot space – 519 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 264 L.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo V60 carries noticeably more – 506 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 174 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Volvo V60 is far ahead overall 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 £51,400
Volvo V60
Kia Picanto
Volvo V60
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Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.
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Volvo V60
The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.
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Kia Picanto
Volvo V60
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
51,400 - 62,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
99 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
126 - 134 g/km
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co2
45 - 141 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
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Curb weight
1,734 - 2,070 kg
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Trunk capacity
255 L
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Trunk capacity
519 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,595 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
253 - 332 kg
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Payload
460 - 506 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
68 HP
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Power HP
197 - 350 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
96 Nm
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Torque
300 - 589 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
50 kW
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Power kW
145 - 247 kW
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Engine capacity
998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Volvo
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