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Mitsubishi Outlander vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (306 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Outlander or Volvo XC60?

Mitsubishi Outlander vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Mitsubishi Outlander

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly more electric range
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Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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

Outlander

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mitsubishi Outlander is markedly cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mitsubishi Outlander with 2.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 6 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

Engine and Performance:

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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

Outlander

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC60 is marginally lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,156 kg. The difference is around 6 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Outlander carries very slightly more – 529 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 stands 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.

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
Mitsubishi Outlander
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mitsubishi Outlander

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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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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Mitsubishi Outlander
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,800 - 54,600 £
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 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
83 - 85 km
Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
60 g/km
co2
59 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,156 - 2,232 kg
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
498 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,862 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
453 - 529 kg
Payload
510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
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Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
306 HP
Power HP
335 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
225 kW
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Volvo
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