Renault R5 vs Volvo S60 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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.

Renault R5 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23900 £, while the Volvo S60 costs 42500 £. That’s a price difference of around 18600 £.

As for range, the Renault R5 performs markedly better – achieving up to 405 km, about 311 km more than the Volvo 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 Renault R5 has a somewhat edge – offering 540 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault R5 performs distinctly better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault R5 pulls decisively stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 4091 Nm difference.

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, the Renault R5 is slightly lighter – 1447 kg compared to 1715 kg. The difference is around 268 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo S60 offers visibly more room – 427 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo S60 a bit takes the win – 475 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Our conclusion: The Renault R5 proves to be is clearly superior and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Renault R5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.