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SsangYong Korando vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Volvo S60?

SsangYong Korando vs Volvo S60: Key differences

SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • a bit lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly 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

Korando

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SsangYong Korando is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,523 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 6.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Korando offers clearly more range – reaching up to 339 km, about 245 km more than the Volvo S60.

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 significantly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Korando is marginally faster – reaching 191 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

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

Korando

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, SsangYong Korando is a bit lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 198 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 124 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 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
SsangYong Korando
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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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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SsangYong Korando
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 197 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
551 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 463 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, 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 - 190 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Volvo
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