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Volvo S60 vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (42,500 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S60 or Porsche Boxster?

Volvo S60 vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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Porsche Boxster

  • marginally more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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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.

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

S60

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo S60 is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 93,514 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 12 L/100km.

Boxster

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 Porsche Boxster offers marginally more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Boxster is substantially faster – reaching 308 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 128 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers noticeably more torque with 709 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 259 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.

Seats: Volvo S60 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Boxster is a bit lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S60 offers substantially more boot space – 427 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 305 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries considerably more – 475 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 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, Plug-in 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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 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
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
461 - 475 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Porsche
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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