Compare performance (141 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (30000 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or Volvo XC60?
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.
Mazda CX-5 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19191 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.
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 has a significantly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 314 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 5.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-5 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 195 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 471 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mazda CX-5 is a bit lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 271 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers somewhat more room – 583 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2019 L, which is about 476 L more than the Volvo XC60.
The Volvo XC60 sits 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.
The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.
detailsThe 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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Price
30000 - 39500 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
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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
74 - 82 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
157 - 168 g/km
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
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Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
583 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
4690 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2019 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Payload
-
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
141 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
195 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
238 Nm
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Torque
350 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
104 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Volvo
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The Mazda CX-5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.