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Nissan Ariya vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (435 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (54,800 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or Volvo S60?

Nissan Ariya vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more electric range
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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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

Ariya

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo S60 is clearly cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 54,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,334 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Ariya offers clearly more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 323 km more than the Volvo S60.

S60

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 S60 offers barely more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers slightly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 109 Nm more.

Ariya

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo S60 is noticeably lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 562 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S60 offers marginally more boot space – 427 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries markedly more – 475 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Ariya is clearly 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.

£54,848
Ariya

Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 24.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 km
Nissan Ariya
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Nissan Ariya
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,800 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
417 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
415 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
363 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
320 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Volvo
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