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Volvo XC60 vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (58,300 £ vs 80,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

Volvo XC60 vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Key differences

Volvo XC60

4.7 (10 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • noticeably more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • barely 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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 58,300 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 80,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,865 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport with 2.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers markedly more range – reaching up to 118 km, about 39 km more than the Volvo XC60.

Range Rover Sport

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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers noticeably more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 144 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Range Rover Sport delivers a bit more torque with 800 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 131 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, Volvo XC60 is a bit lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport carries markedly more – 830 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 320 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Range Rover Sport is far ahead 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.

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Range Rover Sport

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 249 - 550 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 11.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range 116 - 118 km
Volvo XC60
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport pairs unapologetic presence with genuine capability, looking like it belongs on a red carpet while quietly promising to tackle rough tracks when called upon. Inside, the cabin pampers with plush materials and thoughtful tech, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury, confidence and a touch of adventure.

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Volvo XC60
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Price
80,100 - 129,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 km
Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
59 g/km
co2
60 - 259 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
2,390 - 2,809 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
647 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,902 mm
Width
2,043 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 kg
Payload
641 - 830 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol 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
249 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Torque
550 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Power kW
183 - 405 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Land Rover
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