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Suzuki Jimny vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (25,300 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Jimny or Volvo S60?

Suzuki Jimny vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly 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

Jimny

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Suzuki Jimny is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,237 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 7 L/100km.

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 Volvo S60 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 353 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 Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 8.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo S60 is slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Suzuki Jimny tops out at 145 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 579 Nm more.

Jimny

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: Volvo S60 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is considerably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries significantly more – 475 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Suzuki Jimny
Volvo S60

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Suzuki Jimny

Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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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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Suzuki Jimny
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
173 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
3,645 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
270 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
145 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
130 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Volvo
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