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Volvo XC60 vs Porsche Panamera - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 782 HP), boot space and price (49200 £ vs 99800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or Porsche Panamera?

Volvo XC60

5 (1 Reviews)
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Porsche Panamera

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 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49200 £, while the Porsche Panamera costs 99800 £. That’s a price difference of around 50580 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Porsche Panamera with 3 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Porsche Panamera performs slightly better – achieving up to 97 km, about 15 km more than the Volvo XC60.

Panamera

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 Porsche Panamera has a convincingly edge – offering 782 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 327 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Panamera is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.90 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Panamera performs decisively better – reaching 325 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 145 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Panamera pulls evident stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 291 Nm difference.

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.

Seats: Volvo XC60 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Volvo XC60 is barely noticeable lighter – 1900 kg compared to 1960 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Panamera offers minimal more room – 494 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs somewhat better – up to 1543 L, which is about 158 L more than the Porsche Panamera.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 slight takes the win – 550 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Panamera shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £99,800
Panamera

Porsche Panamera

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 782 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 97 km
Volvo XC60
Porsche Panamera

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Volvo XC60

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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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Porsche Panamera

The Porsche Panamera blends sports-car sharpness with luxury-sedan refinement, serving driving thrills up front while pampering passengers in the back. Poised, polished and mischievously quick, it’s the car for buyers who want exotic performance without losing everyday comfort.

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Volvo XC60
Porsche Panamera

Costs and Consumption

Price
49200 - 75100 £
Price
99800 - 212100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Electric Range
83 - 97 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
64 - 169 g/km
co2
69 - 274 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
Curb weight
1960 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Trunk capacity
421 - 494 L
Length
4708 mm
Length
5052 - 5204 mm
Width
1902 mm
Width
1937 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Height
1415 - 1428 mm
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Max trunk capacity
1255 - 1385 L
Payload
510 - 550 kg
Payload
340 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
353 - 782 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
270 - 325 km/h
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Torque
500 - 1000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
260 - 575 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
2894 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC60?

The Volvo XC60 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.