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Volvo V60 vs VW Touareg comparison

Compare performance (350 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V60 or VW Touareg?

Volvo V60 vs VW Touareg: Key differences

Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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:

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

Volvo V60 is visibly cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,887 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V60 uses 2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo V60 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 99 km, about 50 km more than the VW Touareg.

Touareg

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 VW Touareg offers visibly more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Volvo V60 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 589 Nm. That’s about 111 Nm more.

V60

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 terms of curb weight, Volvo V60 is moderately lighter – 1,734 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers noticeably more boot space – 810 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 291 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries visibly more – 751 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V60 is clearly superior overall 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 £51,400
V60

Volvo V60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 350 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 6.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 99 km
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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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Reviews Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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Michael Hauser
2 Oct 2025, 08:00:10

I drive a V60 T6 TE e‑AWD Inscription MY 2022

Overall I'm very satisfied with it.

Positives +
+ Safety
+ Performance
+ Fuel consumption
+ Service and running costs
+ Driving feel (still has a bit of the Swedish tank about it)
+ Average consumption 5.2 l/100 km

Negatives -
- 180 km/h limiter, supposedly due to excessive centrifugal forces on the electric motor
- Thinner side windows than the predecessor
- Still very firm suspension
- 8‑speed automatic (feels like the car is always shifting)
- Volvo's own customer service has massively deteriorated in recent years (their new motto seems to be "take it or leave it")

As a long‑time Volvo customer, this will be my last Volvo — I'm not willing to go along with the (now purely electric and largely China‑produced) madness.

VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,400 - 62,500 £
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
99 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.3 kWh
co2
45 - 140 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,070 kg
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
-
Length
4,878 - 4,902 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
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Height
1,693 - 1,712 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,675 - 1,800 L
Payload
460 - 506 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 350 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 589 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
145 - 247 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Volvo V60?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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