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Skoda Octavia Limousine vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Limousine or Volvo S60?

Skoda Octavia Limousine vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Volvo S60

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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Octavia Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Octavia Limousine is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,537 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Limousine with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

S60

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 S60 offers clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 251 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.6 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 349 Nm more.

Octavia Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 364 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers markedly more boot space – 600 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 173 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Limousine carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 is far ahead 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.

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
Skoda Octavia Limousine
Volvo S60

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Skoda Octavia Limousine

The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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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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Skoda Octavia Limousine
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,000 - 39,000 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
111 - 154 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
600 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
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Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
503 - 545 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Volvo
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