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Volvo V60 vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (350 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V60 or NIO EL8?

Volvo V60 vs NIO EL8: Key differences

Volvo V60

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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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NIO EL8

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Volvo V60 is markedly cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,637 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 411 km more than the Volvo V60.

EL8

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 NIO EL8 offers substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 303 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Volvo V60 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 589 Nm. That’s about 261 Nm more.

V60

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo V60 is clearly lighter – 1,734 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 879 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V60 offers significantly more boot space – 519 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 254 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries moderately more – 577 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 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 £71,100
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NIO EL8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 390 - 510 km
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Volvo V60

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.

NIO EL8

The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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NIO EL8

Costs and Consumption
Price
51,400 - 62,500 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
99 km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
45 - 141 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,070 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
-
Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
-
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
460 - 506 kg
Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 350 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
300 - 589 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 247 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
NIO
What drive types are available for the Volvo V60?

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

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