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Volvo XC60 vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (58,300 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or Mitsubishi Outlander?

Volvo XC60 vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Key differences

Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Mitsubishi Outlander

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • only slightly more electric range
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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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mitsubishi Outlander is noticeably cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mitsubishi Outlander with 2.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 6 km more than the Volvo XC60.

Outlander

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 Volvo XC60 offers markedly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

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 very slightly lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,156 kg. The difference is around 6 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Outlander carries only slightly more – 529 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 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 £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
Volvo XC60
Mitsubishi Outlander

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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Mitsubishi Outlander

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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Volvo XC60
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Price
42,800 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
59 g/km
co2
60 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
2,156 - 2,232 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
498 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,902 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
510 kg
Payload
453 - 529 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
335 - 406 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Mitsubishi
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