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Volvo XC60 vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (58,300 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or NIO ET7?

Volvo XC60 vs NIO ET7: Key differences

Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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NIO ET7

  • visibly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 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.

Volvo XC60 is barely cheaper – starting at 58,300 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,637 £.

As for electric range, the NIO ET7 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 505 km more than the Volvo XC60.

ET7

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 NIO ET7 offers visibly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 247 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 181 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 moderately lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 284 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries barely more – 510 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 451 - 584 km
Volvo XC60
NIO ET7

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Volvo XC60

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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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Volvo XC60
NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption

Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
79 km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
59 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
-
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 kg
Payload
446 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
335 - 406 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
NIO
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