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Volvo V60 vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (350 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V60 or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?

Volvo V60 vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: Key differences

Volvo V60

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  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • moderately more trunk space
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • visibly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

V60

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes C-Class Saloon is visibly cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,095 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V60 uses 2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo V60 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 99 km, about 88 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon.

C-Class Saloon

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 Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 330 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Volvo V60 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 589 Nm. That’s about 431 Nm more.

V60

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, Mercedes C-Class Saloon is barely lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,734 kg. The difference is around 39 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V60 offers moderately more boot space – 519 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries a bit more – 570 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V60 is decisively ahead 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 £51,400
V60

Volvo V60

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 350 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2 - 6.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 99 km
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The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Reviews Volvo V60

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Michael Hauser
2 Oct 2025, 08:00:10

I drive a V60 T6 TE e‑AWD Inscription MY 2022

Overall I'm very satisfied with it.

Positives +
+ Safety
+ Performance
+ Fuel consumption
+ Service and running costs
+ Driving feel (still has a bit of the Swedish tank about it)
+ Average consumption 5.2 l/100 km

Negatives -
- 180 km/h limiter, supposedly due to excessive centrifugal forces on the electric motor
- Thinner side windows than the predecessor
- Still very firm suspension
- 8‑speed automatic (feels like the car is always shifting)
- Volvo's own customer service has massively deteriorated in recent years (their new motto seems to be "take it or leave it")

As a long‑time Volvo customer, this will be my last Volvo — I'm not willing to go along with the (now purely electric and largely China‑produced) madness.

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The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,400 - 62,500 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
99 km
Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
45 - 141 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,070 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 506 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 350 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 589 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 247 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Volvo V60?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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