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Volvo XC60 vs VW Arteon – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or VW Arteon?

Volvo XC60

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Arteon has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 43300 £, while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £. That’s a price difference of around 5910 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.

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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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 455 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.90 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the VW Arteon performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Arteon is to a small extent lighter – 1607 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers to a small extent more room – 590 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon performs barely noticeable better – up to 1632 L, which is about 89 L more than the Volvo XC60.

When it comes to payload, VW Arteon barely noticeable takes the win – 569 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo XC60 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo XC60 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Volvo XC60
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XC60 @ Volvo Cars

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
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
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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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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Price
43300 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 169 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4708 mm
Length
4866 mm
Width
1902 mm
Width
1871 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Height
1434 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Max trunk capacity
1632 L
Payload
510 - 550 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Volvo
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VW

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What drive types are available for the Volvo XC60?

The Volvo XC60 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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