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Kia Sportage vs Volvo S60 comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Volvo S60?
Kia Sportage vs Volvo S60: 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.
Sportage
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 Sportage is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,380 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo S60 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 94 km, about 28 km more than the Kia Sportage.
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 noticeably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 167 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 329 Nm more.
Sportage
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 Sportage is moderately lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers clearly more boot space – 587 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries slightly more – 580 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 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.
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Volvo S60
Kia Sportage
Volvo S60
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Kia Sportage
The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.
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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 Sportage
Volvo S60
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
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Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Electric Range
94 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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co2
16 - 161 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,778 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,431 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Payload
461 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
197 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Torque
300 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
145 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Volvo
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