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Volvo XC60 vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (49,200 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or VW Arteon?

Volvo XC60 vs VW Arteon: Key differences

Volvo XC60

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient

VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • moderately 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.

VW Arteon is moderately cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,910 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 2.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

Arteon

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 visibly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.9 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

Looking at top speed, the VW Arteon is clearly faster – 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: the Volvo XC60 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm more.

XC60

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 terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is slightly lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers moderately more boot space – 590 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon offers barely more capacity – up to 1,632 L, about 89 L more than the Volvo XC60.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries only slightly more – 569 kg compared to 550 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 £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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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 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
49,200 - 75,100 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 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
-
Battery Capacity
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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
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4,708 mm
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Max trunk capacity
1,632 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
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC60?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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