Volvo S60 vs Genesis G70 Shooting Brake – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

Costs and Efficiency: Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Genesis G70 Shooting Brake has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £, while the Volvo S60 costs 42500 £. That’s a price difference of around 2932 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 manages with 0.70 L and is therefore strongly more efficient than the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake with 6.90 L. The difference is about 6.20 L per 100 km.

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 Volvo S60 has a significantly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is distinctly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake takes 6.40 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake performs noticeably better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 pulls noticeably stronger with 709 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 269 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Volvo S60 is minimal lighter – 1715 kg compared to 1727 kg. The difference is around 12 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake offers slight more room – 465 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo S60 minimal takes the win – 475 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

All in all, the Volvo S60 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.