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Volvo V60 vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (41600 £ vs 32800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V60 or VW Tiguan?

Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

3.7 (4 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Tiguan has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32800 £, while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £. That’s a price difference of around 8863 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Volvo V60 with 2.40 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Tiguan performs evident better – achieving up to 126 km, about 34 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 significantly 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 noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs evident better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 62 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.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, VW Tiguan is slight lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers evident more room – 652 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs a bit better – up to 1650 L, which is about 219 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan slight takes the win – 533 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Tiguan 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 £32,800
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VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
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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 Tiguan

3.7 (4 Reviews)
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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
92 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
54 - 140 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4778 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1432 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
466 - 506 kg
Payload
460 - 533 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
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
96 - 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, F, B
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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