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Nissan Qashqai vs Volvo V60 – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Volvo V60?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Qashqai has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £, while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £. That’s a price difference of around 12043 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V60 manages with 2.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

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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 has a significantly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs a bit better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V60 pulls convincingly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is distinct lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 314 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V60 offers hardly perceptible more room – 519 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs minimal better – up to 1447 L, which is about 16 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai hardly perceptible takes the win – 520 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo V60 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo V60 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Volvo V60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 6.2 L
  • Electric Range : 92 km
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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Volvo V60

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
92 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
54 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1625 mm
Height
1432 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
466 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Volvo

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Is the Nissan Qashqai offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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