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Volvo XC60 vs Land Rover Discovery - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (49200 £ vs 67400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or Land Rover Discovery?

Volvo XC60

5 (1 Reviews)
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Land Rover Discovery

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

XC60 @ Volvo Cars

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo XC60 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49200 £, while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67400 £. That’s a price difference of around 18180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.40 L. The difference is about 5.60 L per 100 km.

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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 Volvo XC60 has a noticeable edge – offering 455 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Land Rover Discovery takes 6.30 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery performs a bit better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls minimal stronger with 709 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm difference.

XC60 @ Volvo Cars

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Land Rover Discovery offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Volvo XC60 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1900 kg compared to 2391 kg. The difference is around 491 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers clearly more room – 986 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 503 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Discovery performs distinct better – up to 2061 L, which is about 518 L more than the Volvo XC60.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery evident takes the win – 803 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 253 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo XC60 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo XC60 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £49,200
XC60 @ Volvo Cars

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
Volvo XC60
Land Rover Discovery

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Volvo XC60

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery blends genuine off-road prowess with grown-up luxury, making it a smart choice for buyers who want weekend adventure and weekday refinement in one package. It feels suitably rugged when the road ends and wonderfully civilized when the tarmac begins — a practical family hauler that also enjoys getting a little dirty.

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Volvo XC60
Land Rover Discovery
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Discovery @ Jaguar Land Rover Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
49200 - 75100 £
Price
67400 - 96900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 169 g/km
co2
221 - 224 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
89 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
Curb weight
2391 - 2442 kg
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
4708 mm
Length
4956 mm
Width
1902 mm
Width
2073 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Height
1846 mm
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Max trunk capacity
1997 - 2061 L
Payload
510 - 550 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
194 - 209 km/h
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
2997 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Land Rover
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC60?

The Volvo XC60 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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