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Nissan X-Trail vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (213 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 42500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan X-Trail or Volvo S60?

Nissan X-Trail vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly perceptible cheaper
  • hardly perceptible lighter
  • clearly perceptible more trunk space

Volvo S60

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • convincingly quicker from 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

X-Trail

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Nissan X-Trail has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8357 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo S60 manages with 0.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.70 L. The difference is about 5 L per 100 km.

S60

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo S60 has a clearly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Nissan X-Trail takes 7 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo S60 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 709 Nm compared to 525 Nm. That’s about 184 Nm difference.

X-Trail

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Nissan X-Trail is hardly perceptible lighter – 1668 kg compared to 1715 kg. The difference is around 47 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers clearly perceptible more room – 585 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 158 L.

When it comes to payload, Nissan X-Trail to a small extent takes the win – 574 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 is clearly superior 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.

Nissan X-Trail
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L
  • Electric Range : 94 km

Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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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 X-Trail
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 50500 £
Price
42500 - 65100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
131 - 161 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 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1668 - 1961 kg
Curb weight
1715 - 2039 kg
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
-
Length
4778 mm
Width
1840 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
-
Height
1431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 574 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1497 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Volvo
Is the Nissan X-Trail offered with different drivetrains?

The Nissan X-Trail is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.