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Volvo V60 vs VW Caddy Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (350 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V60 or VW Caddy Compact Van?

Volvo V60 vs VW Caddy Compact Van: Key differences

Volvo V60

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  • clearly more power
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VW Caddy Compact Van

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • markedly 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:

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.

VW Caddy Compact Van is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,599 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy Compact Van uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Volvo V60 with 2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 120 km, about 21 km more than the Volvo V60.

Caddy Compact Van

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 Volvo V60 offers clearly more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V60 delivers clearly more torque with 589 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 269 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Volvo V60 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is markedly lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 1,734 kg. The difference is around 292 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries visibly more – 759 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 253 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy Compact Van 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.

from £25,800
Caddy Compact Van

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 117 - 120 km
Volvo V60
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Volvo V60
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,400 - 62,500 £
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
99 km
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
45 - 140 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,070 kg
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Payload
460 - 506 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 350 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
300 - 589 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 247 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
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