Compare performance (306 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (35100 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota RAV4 or Volvo XC60?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Toyota RAV4 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14057 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota RAV4 manages with 1 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Volvo XC60 performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 82 km, about 7 km more than the Toyota RAV4.
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 has a noticeable edge – offering 455 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.
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 curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is minimal lighter – 1745 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers somewhat more room – 580 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 performs minimal better – up to 1690 L, which is about 147 L more than the Volvo XC60.
When it comes to payload, Toyota RAV4 slight takes the win – 600 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The Toyota RAV4 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota RAV4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.
detailsThe 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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Price
35100 - 55700 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
22 - 128 g/km
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1745 - 1910 kg
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Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
4600 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1685 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Payload
390 - 600 kg
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 306 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
350 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
160 - 225 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
2487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Volvo
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.