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Volvo XC60 vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (49200 £ vs 36500 £ ) 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 (5 Reviews)
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  • decisively more power
  • a bit quicker from 0–100 km/h

VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly perceptible cheaper
  • decisively more efficient
  • evident more electric range
  • evident lighter
  • evident more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

XC60

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Passat has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36500 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12729 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the VW Passat performs evident better – achieving up to 135 km, about 53 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 has a decisively edge – offering 455 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs clearly perceptible 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 clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Passat is evident lighter – 1573 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 327 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers evident more room – 690 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 207 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs somewhat better – up to 1920 L, which is about 377 L more than the Volvo XC60.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat hardly perceptible takes the win – 577 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Passat sits well ahead of its rival 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.

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Passat

VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km
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Volvo XC60

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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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 Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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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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Reviews Volvo XC60

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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Reviews VW Passat

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.

Volvo XC60
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Price
36500 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
64 - 169 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 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
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4708 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1902 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1655 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1543 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
510 - 550 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, 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
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

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