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Volvo V60 vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V60 or Toyota RAV4?

Volvo V60 vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately more trunk space

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

V60

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota RAV4 is moderately cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,514 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Volvo V60 with 2.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo V60 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 93 km, about 18 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

RAV4

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 Volvo V60 offers markedly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

V60

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 V60 is marginally lighter – 1,734 kg compared to 1,745 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers moderately more boot space – 580 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,690 L, about 259 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries a bit more – 600 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 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.

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RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 75 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

5 (1 Reviews)
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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.

Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Mariana González
5 Jan 2026, 23:15:27

I love it — it’s super comfortable, I’ve never had any trouble with it, very reliable and stable.

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Volvo V60
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,600 - 65,000 £
Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
93 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 - 140 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,064 kg
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,432 mm
Height
1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,431 L
Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
Payload
466 - 506 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

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

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

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