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Volvo V60 vs VW ID.5 – 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 ID.5?

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.

VW ID.5 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £. That’s a price difference of around 4817 £.

As for range, the VW ID.5 performs significantly better – achieving up to 559 km, about 467 km more than the Volvo V60.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo V60 has a distinct edge – offering 455 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V60 pulls slight stronger with 709 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 30 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Volvo V60 is to a small extent lighter – 1734 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers barely noticeable more room – 549 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1561 L, which is about 130 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 minimal takes the win – 549 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.5 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £36,800
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VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 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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VW ID.5

VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
92 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
54 - 140 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4778 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1432 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
466 - 506 kg
Payload
517 - 549 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
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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