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Volvo XC60 vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (58,300 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or VW Passat?

Volvo XC60 vs VW Passat: Key differences

Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

XC60

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Passat is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,500 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,815 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 1.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Passat offers clearly more range – reaching up to 135 km, about 56 km more than the Volvo XC60.

Passat

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 markedly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the VW Passat takes 7.1 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers clearly more torque with 669 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 269 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 Passat is noticeably lighter – 1,573 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 577 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries slightly more – 577 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Passat is decisively ahead 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 £36,500
Passat

VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 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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Reviews Volvo XC60

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VW Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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5 (3 Reviews)
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Sjaak
5 Dec 2025, 19:42:23

Spacious car that drives nicely and keeps its value for a long time.

Jack
5 Dec 2025, 15:24:16

Pleasant to drive, roomy and solid. The hybrid version is also very economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
79 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
59 g/km
co2
28 - 153 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
-
Length
4,917 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
1,521 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
Payload
510 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
335 - 406 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
220 - 225 km/h
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC60?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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