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Volvo V60 vs Porsche Panamera – Which model is better for everyday use?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Volvo V60 or Porsche Panamera?

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

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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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41600 £, while the Porsche Panamera costs 99800 £. That’s a price difference of around 58123 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V60 manages with 2.40 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Porsche Panamera with 3 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Porsche Panamera performs minimal better – achieving up to 97 km, about 5 km more than the Volvo V60.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Panamera has a significantly edge – offering 782 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 327 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Panamera is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.90 s, while the Volvo V60 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Panamera performs clearly better – reaching 325 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 145 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Panamera pulls noticeable stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 291 Nm difference.

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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 V60 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Volvo V60 is slightly lighter – 1734 kg compared to 1960 kg. The difference is around 226 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V60 offers minimal more room – 519 L compared to 494 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo V60 performs minimal better – up to 1431 L, which is about 46 L more than the Porsche Panamera.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Panamera minimal takes the win – 545 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Panamera shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £99,800
Panamera @ Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

Porsche Panamera

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 782 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 97 km
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Volvo V60

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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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Porsche Panamera

The Porsche Panamera blends sports-car sharpness with luxury-sedan refinement, serving driving thrills up front while pampering passengers in the back. Poised, polished and mischievously quick, it’s the car for buyers who want exotic performance without losing everyday comfort.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Price
99800 - 212100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
92 km
Electric Range
83 - 97 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
54 - 140 g/km
co2
69 - 274 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Curb weight
1960 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
421 - 494 L
Length
4778 mm
Length
5052 - 5204 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1937 mm
Height
1432 mm
Height
1415 - 1428 mm
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Max trunk capacity
1255 - 1385 L
Payload
466 - 506 kg
Payload
340 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
353 - 782 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
270 - 325 km/h
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
500 - 1000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
260 - 575 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
2894 - 3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
Volvo
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Porsche

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What drive types are available for the Volvo V60?

The Volvo V60 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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