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Volvo S60 vs Fiat Tipo Wagon comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (42,500 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S60 or Fiat Tipo Wagon?

Volvo S60 vs Fiat Tipo Wagon: Key differences

Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Fiat Tipo Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
  • visibly 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:

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.

Fiat Tipo Wagon is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,523 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Wagon with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

Tipo Wagon

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 substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 325 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 Fiat Tipo Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Fiat Tipo Wagon is moderately faster – reaching 207 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 389 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, Fiat Tipo Wagon is somewhat lighter – 1,455 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Tipo Wagon offers visibly more boot space – 550 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 123 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 475 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
Fiat Tipo Wagon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Fiat Tipo Wagon

The Fiat Tipo Estate is a no-nonsense family wagon that focuses on practicality and value, with surprisingly generous load space and comfortable seats for long trips. It won't win style awards, but its sensible kit, simple controls and low running costs make it a smart, unfussy choice for buyers who want function over flash.

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Volvo S60
Fiat Tipo Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Price
21,000 - 27,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
94 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 161 g/km
co2
122 - 125 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,470 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Trunk capacity
550 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
4,571 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,792 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
1,514 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
461 - 475 kg
Payload
475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.1 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 207 km/h
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Fiat
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