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Renault Rafale vs Volvo V60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (37500 £ vs 41600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Rafale or Volvo V60?

Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Rafale has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £, while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £. That’s a price difference of around 4106 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Volvo V60 with 2.40 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Renault Rafale performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 97 km, about 5 km more than the Volvo V60.

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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 V60 has a distinct edge – offering 455 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Renault Rafale takes 6.40 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, is lighter – compared to . The difference is around .

In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers somewhat more room – 627 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Rafale performs distinct better – up to 1910 L, which is about 479 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V60 a bit takes the win – 506 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Renault Rafale shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.6 - 5 L
  • Electric Range : 97 km
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Renault Rafale

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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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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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Reviews Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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Martin
4 Dec 2025, 08:40:43

As a Rafale owner, I'm happy with my choice. The car is spacious, feels luxurious, quiet, robust and very efficient at the same time. I also feel more “up to date” compared to the RAV4.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
97 km
Electric Range
92 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
14 - 109 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
1734 - 2025 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4710 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1886 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1613 mm
Height
1432 mm
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Payload
415 - 444 kg
Payload
466 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
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Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Renault
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What drive types are available for the Renault Rafale?

The Renault Rafale is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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