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Volvo S60 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (42,500 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S60 or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Volvo S60 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences

Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably 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.

Volvo S60 is marginally cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo S60 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 94 km, about 36 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Discovery Sport

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 186 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 169 Nm more.

S60

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 terms of curb weight, Volvo S60 is a bit lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 234 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers considerably more boot space – 780 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 353 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries markedly more – 641 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 166 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
Volvo S60
Land Rover Discovery Sport

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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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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Volvo S60
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
94 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 161 g/km
co2
95 - 187 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
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
461 - 475 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Land Rover
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