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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Volvo S60?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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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

Vito Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Vito Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,732 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers significantly more range – reaching up to 474 km, about 380 km more than the Volvo S60.

S60

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo S60 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo S60 is markedly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers markedly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 209 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Volvo S60 is somewhat lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries significantly more – 884 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 409 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 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.

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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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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Maynor
27 Apr 2026, 22:48:18

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
Is the Mercedes Vito Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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