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Volvo XC60 vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (49,200 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or Renault Austral?

Volvo XC60 vs Renault Austral: Key differences

Volvo XC60

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

Renault Austral

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space

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.

Renault Austral is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,277 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 2.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

Austral

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 255 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.4 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 439 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, Renault Austral is clearly lighter – 1,548 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Austral offers marginally more boot space – 527 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,736 L, about 193 L more than the Volvo XC60.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries a bit more – 550 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 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 £49,200
XC60

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
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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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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Price
29,900 - 37,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
co2
109 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Curb weight
1,548 - 1,613 kg
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Trunk capacity
527 L
Length
4,708 mm
Length
4,533 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Max trunk capacity
1,736 L
Payload
510 - 550 kg
Payload
455 - 477 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
148 - 200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
109 - 147 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,332 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC60?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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