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VW Golf Variant vs Volvo EX60 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 54,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf Variant or Volvo EX60?

VW Golf Variant vs Volvo EX60: Key differences

VW Golf Variant

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Volvo EX60

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Golf Variant

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 Golf Variant is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Volvo EX60 costs 54,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,144 £.

EX60

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 EX60 offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX60 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the VW Golf Variant takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX60 delivers significantly more torque with 790 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.

Golf Variant

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, VW Golf Variant is clearly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 823 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers somewhat more boot space – 611 L compared to 523 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries moderately more – 547 kg compared to 461 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX60 is far ahead 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.

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EX60

Volvo EX60

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 374 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 810 km
VW Golf Variant
Volvo EX60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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VW Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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Volvo EX60

The Volvo EX60 is a stylish electric SUV that pairs Scandinavian minimalism with a high-quality, comfortable cabin and an intuitive infotainment experience. It delivers a composed, refined ride with advanced safety and driver-assist systems that make daily driving relaxed and confident.

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VW Golf Variant
Volvo EX60

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Price
54,000 - 67,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
611 - 810 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
114 - 159 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,405 kg
Trunk capacity
611 L
Trunk capacity
523 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,789 mm
Width
1,899 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
509 - 547 kg
Payload
455 - 461 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Power HP
374 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
480 - 790 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
275 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,026 - 2,027
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Volvo
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