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Mercedes AMG GT vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (102,500 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes AMG GT or Volvo XC60?

Mercedes AMG GT vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Mercedes AMG GT

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

AMG GT

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo XC60 is substantially cheaper – starting at 58,300 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,227 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes AMG GT with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 8.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo XC60 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 79 km, about 68 km more than the Mercedes AMG GT.

XC60

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 Mercedes AMG GT offers significantly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 410 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers considerably more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 751 Nm more.

AMG GT

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Volvo XC60 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes AMG GT is clearly lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 360 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries considerably more – 510 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 295 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 is clearly superior 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 £58,300
XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 335 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 79 km
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Mercedes AMG GT

The Mercedes-AMG GT is a theatrical sports car with prowling looks and an aggressive exhaust note that announces its intentions the moment it fires up. It pairs ferocious performance with surprising everyday usability — a taut yet forgiving chassis and a cockpit that feels special — making sensible buyers suddenly very good at justifying indulgence.

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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian elegance with a strong focus on occupant safety, delivering a calm, composed ride and a well-crafted, user-friendly cabin. It’s a practical yet premium compact SUV that balances comfort with confident road manners, ideal for buyers who value refinement and everyday usability.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
102,500 - 194,400 £
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
235 - 319 g/km
co2
59 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,929 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
170 - 215 kg
Payload
510 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Power HP
335 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Mercedes AMG GT?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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