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Volvo S60 vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (42,500 £ vs 90,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S60 or Porsche Cayenne?

Volvo S60 vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Porsche Cayenne

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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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.

Volvo S60 is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 90,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,657 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Porsche Cayenne offers considerably more range – reaching up to 668 km, about 574 km more than the Volvo S60.

Cayenne

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 Porsche Cayenne offers significantly more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 701 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers clearly more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 791 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, Volvo S60 is noticeably lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 415 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers clearly more boot space – 781 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 354 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries noticeably more – 705 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 sits just 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
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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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Reviews Volvo S60

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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
90,200 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
94 km
Electric Range
74 - 668 km
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
16 - 161 g/km
co2
0 - 249 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,983 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
461 - 475 kg
Payload
525 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
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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