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Volvo V60 vs VW Golf – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V60 or VW Golf?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Golf has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £. That’s a price difference of around 16453 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo V60 with 2.40 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Golf performs noticeable better – achieving up to 143 km, about 51 km more than the Volvo V60.

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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 has a noticeable edge – offering 455 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.60 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V60 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm difference.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Golf is evident lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 427 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V60 offers noticeable more room – 519 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo V60 performs slightly better – up to 1431 L, which is about 194 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf barely noticeable takes the win – 508 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Golf proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 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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VW Golf

The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
92 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
54 - 140 g/km
co2
25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4778 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1432 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
466 - 506 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

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

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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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