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Toyota Prius vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or Volvo XC60?

Toyota Prius vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Toyota Prius

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Prius

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Prius is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 1.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Prius offers marginally more range – reaching up to 86 km, about 7 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

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 XC60 offers clearly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Prius

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is markedly lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 530 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries markedly more – 510 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius holds a decisive overall lead 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 £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 72 - 86 km
Toyota Prius
Volvo XC60

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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Toyota Prius
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 - 17 g/km
co2
59 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
284 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,599 mm
Length
-
Width
1,782 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
365 - 375 kg
Payload
510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
223 HP
Power HP
335 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
164 kW
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Volvo
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