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Volvo V60 vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (41600 £ vs 36500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V60 or VW Passat?

Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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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.

VW Passat has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36500 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5186 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo V60 with 2.40 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the VW Passat performs evident better – achieving up to 135 km, about 43 km more than the Volvo V60.

Passat

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 has a clearly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V60 pulls convincingly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm difference.

V60

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Passat is a bit lighter – 1573 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 161 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers evident more room – 690 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs evident better – up to 1920 L, which is about 489 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat slightly takes the win – 577 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Passat shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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 £36,500
Passat

VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km
Volvo V60
VW Passat

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Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Volvo V60
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption

Price
41600 - 64200 £
Price
36500 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
92 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
54 - 140 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4778 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1432 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
466 - 506 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, 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
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 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
G, D, E, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Volvo V60?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.