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VW Touareg vs Volvo V60 comparison

Compare performance (462 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Touareg or Volvo V60?

VW Touareg vs Volvo V60: Key differences

VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly 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

Touareg

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Volvo V60 is visibly cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,887 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V60 uses 2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo V60 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 99 km, about 50 km more than the VW Touareg.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Touareg offers noticeably more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Volvo V60 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers somewhat more torque with 700 Nm compared to 589 Nm. That’s about 111 Nm more.

Touareg

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, Volvo V60 is slightly lighter – 1,734 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers markedly more boot space – 810 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 291 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries visibly more – 751 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V60 stands 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.

from £51,400
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Volvo V60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 350 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 6.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 99 km
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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

Volvo V60

The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Reviews Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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Michael Hauser
2 Oct 2025, 08:00:10

I drive a V60 T6 TE e‑AWD Inscription MY 2022

Overall I'm very satisfied with it.

Positives +
+ Safety
+ Performance
+ Fuel consumption
+ Service and running costs
+ Driving feel (still has a bit of the Swedish tank about it)
+ Average consumption 5.2 l/100 km

Negatives -
- 180 km/h limiter, supposedly due to excessive centrifugal forces on the electric motor
- Thinner side windows than the predecessor
- Still very firm suspension
- 8‑speed automatic (feels like the car is always shifting)
- Volvo's own customer service has massively deteriorated in recent years (their new motto seems to be "take it or leave it")

As a long‑time Volvo customer, this will be my last Volvo — I'm not willing to go along with the (now purely electric and largely China‑produced) madness.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Price
51,400 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Electric Range
99 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 239 g/km
co2
45 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,070 kg
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,984 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
550 - 751 kg
Payload
460 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Power HP
197 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Torque
300 - 589 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Power kW
145 - 247 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
VW
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the VW Touareg have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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