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Peugeot 208 vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Volvo S60?

Peugeot 208 vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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

208

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.

Peugeot 208 is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,532 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 338 km more than the Volvo S60.

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 439 Nm more.

208

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, Peugeot 208 is substantially lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S60 offers slightly more boot space – 427 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries very slightly more – 475 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 is decisively ahead 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 £42,500
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/100km
  • Electric Range 94 km
Peugeot 208
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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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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Peugeot 208
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Volvo
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