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Volvo XC60 vs Hongqi HS5 comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (58,300 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or Hongqi HS5?

Volvo XC60 vs Hongqi HS5: Key differences

Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hongqi HS5

  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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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.

Hongqi HS5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,282 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Hongqi HS5 with 9.5 L/100km. The difference is about 7.9 L/100km.

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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 XC60 offers considerably more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Hongqi HS5 takes 8.7 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers considerably more torque with 669 Nm compared to 340 Nm. That’s about 329 Nm more.

XC60

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 terms of curb weight, Hongqi HS5 is slightly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 345 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries moderately more – 510 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £58,300
XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 335 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 79 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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Hongqi HS5

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Hongqi HS5

Costs and Consumption
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Price
36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
59 g/km
co2
240 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
64 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Curb weight
1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
4,760 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Width
1,907 mm
Height
-
Height
1,700 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
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
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
204 km/h
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Torque
340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

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

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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