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Volvo S60 vs Aston Martin DBX comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (42,500 £ vs 168,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S60 or Aston Martin DBX?

Volvo S60 vs Aston Martin DBX: Key differences

Volvo S60

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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Aston Martin DBX

  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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

S60

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Volvo S60 is significantly cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Aston Martin DBX costs 168,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 126,343 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Aston Martin DBX with 14.2 L/100km. The difference is about 13.5 L/100km.

DBX

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 Aston Martin DBX offers clearly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBX is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBX delivers noticeably more torque with 900 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 191 Nm more.

S60

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, Volvo S60 is visibly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,320 kg. The difference is around 605 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Aston Martin DBX offers somewhat more boot space – 491 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the Aston Martin DBX carries visibly more – 710 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 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
Volvo S60
Aston Martin DBX

Costs and Consumption

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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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Aston Martin DBX

With the DBX, Aston Martin has wrapped its trademark sports-car drama into a high-riding package that looks like it could sprint off the driveway and into a gala, while the cabin pampers occupants with handcrafted leather and theatrical attention to detail. Behind the wheel it feels like a grand tourer that learned how to tackle country roads, serving up surprising agility for such a stately presence and keeping rivals honest with its rarefied blend of performance and luxury.

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Volvo S60
Aston Martin DBX

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Price
168,900 - 213,400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
14.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
94 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 161 g/km
co2
323 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Curb weight
2,320 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Trunk capacity
491 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,998 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
461 - 475 kg
Payload
710 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
707 - 727 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
520 - 535 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Aston Martin
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