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Volvo S60 vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (42,500 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S60 or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

Volvo S60 vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • only slightly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is visibly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,157 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

2 Series Gran Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo S60 offers clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm more.

S60

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, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is moderately lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers only slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 is far ahead overall 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
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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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Reviews Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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Maynor
27 Apr 2026, 22:48:18

I choose the Volvo S60 for its elegance and because of the dealer that distributes it in my country. I find it superior in technology and efficiency.

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Consumption
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
94 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 161 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
461 - 475 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
Volvo
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Volvo S60 have?

The Volvo S60 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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