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Volvo XC60 vs BMW X5 comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (58,300 £ vs 77,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or BMW X5?

Volvo XC60 vs BMW X5: Key differences

Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • barely lighter
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BMW X5

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

XC60

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo XC60 is visibly cheaper – starting at 58,300 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,294 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW X5 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 105 km, about 26 km more than the Volvo XC60.

X5

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 BMW X5 offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 219 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X5 delivers somewhat more torque with 750 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 81 Nm more.

XC60

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 XC60 is barely lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X5 carries clearly more – 705 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X5 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £77,600
X5

BMW X5

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3 - 12.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 105 km
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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian elegance with a strong focus on occupant safety, delivering a calm, composed ride and a well-crafted, user-friendly cabin. It’s a practical yet premium compact SUV that balances comfort with confident road manners, ideal for buyers who value refinement and everyday usability.

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BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Price
77,600 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 km
Electric Range
105 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
59 g/km
co2
68 - 289 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,495 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,902 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 kg
Payload
565 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
335 - 406 HP
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC60?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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