Compare performance (258 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (23300 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI MINI 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.
MINI MINI has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23300 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25877 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the MINI MINI with 5.90 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the MINI MINI performs decisively better – achieving up to 402 km, about 320 km more than the Volvo XC60.
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 convincingly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the MINI MINI takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the MINI MINI performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls convincingly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 329 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, MINI MINI is significantly lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 565 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers decisively more room – 483 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 208 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs convincingly better – up to 1543 L, which is about 618 L more than the MINI MINI.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 to a small extent takes the win – 550 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
The MINI MINI proves to be edges ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MINI MINI is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.
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
23300 - 37500 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
293 - 402 km
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
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Battery Capacity
36.6 - 49.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback, Convertible
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
2 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1335 - 1730 kg
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Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
3858 - 4036 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1744 - 1756 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1431 - 1464 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
725 - 925 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Payload
345 - 445 kg
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 258 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
160 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
230 - 380 Nm
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Torque
350 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 190 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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Brand
MINI
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Brand
Volvo
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The MINI MINI is available as Front-Wheel Drive.