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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Volvo V60 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Volvo V60?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Volvo V60: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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Volvo V60

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  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,638 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V60 uses 2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers substantially more range – reaching up to 474 km, about 375 km more than the Volvo V60.

V60

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 V60 offers markedly more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 113 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V60 delivers somewhat more torque with 589 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 89 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 V60 is moderately lighter – 1,734 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 182 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries considerably more – 884 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 378 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V60 holds a narrow 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.

from £51,400
V60

Volvo V60

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 350 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2 - 6.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 99 km
Mercedes Vito Transporter
Volvo V60

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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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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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Mercedes Vito Transporter
Volvo V60

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
51,400 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2 - 6.2 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
99 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
45 - 141 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,070 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
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Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
460 - 506 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic, 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 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
300 - 589 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
145 - 247 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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