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Volvo S60 vs Kia Sportage comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (42,500 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S60 or Kia Sportage?

Volvo S60 vs Kia Sportage: Key differences

Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • markedly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Sportage is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,380 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo S60 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 94 km, about 28 km more than the Kia Sportage.

Sportage

Engine and Performance:

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 S60 offers noticeably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 167 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 329 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, Kia Sportage is moderately lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers markedly more boot space – 587 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries a bit more – 580 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 is clearly superior 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
Volvo S60
Kia Sportage

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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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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Volvo S60
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
94 km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 161 g/km
co2
67 - 177 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
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
461 - 475 kg
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Kia
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