Volvo S60 alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Volvo S60, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Volvo S60 and are good next research steps.

from £41,900

Volvo XC40

Price 41,900 - 46,100 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 163 - 197 HP
Consumption L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.6 - 8.6 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model XC40
Modell B3, B4
CO2 Efficiency Class E
Trim Level Plus DKG, Ultra DKG
Power kW 120 - 145 kW
co2 148 g/km
Engine capacity 1,969 cm3
Curb weight 1,688 kg
Width 1,863 mm
Brand Volvo
Payload 532 kg

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significantly more power
clearly more efficient
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
only slightly cheaper
only slightly lighter

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from £51,400

Volvo V60

Price 51,400 - 62,500 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.4 - 7.6 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,026
Torque 300 - 589 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model S60/V60
Modell V60 B4, V60 T6
CO2 Efficiency Class E, B
Trim Level Ultimate Dark DKG, Essential AWD Geartronic, Core AWD Geartronic, Plus Dark AWD Geartronic, Plus Bright AWD Geartronic, Ultra Dark AWD Geartronic, Ultra Bright AWD Geartronic
Power kW 145 - 247 kW
co2 45 - 141 g/km
Engine capacity 1,969 cm3
Curb weight 1,734 - 2,070 kg
Trunk capacity 519 L
Width 1,850 mm
Brand Volvo
Payload 460 - 506 kg

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Volvo V60 as a suitable alternative to Volvo S60

In the battle between the Volvo S60 and the Volvo V60, each model showcases the brand's commitment to safety and performance, though they cater to different preferences. The S60, with its sleek sedan design, offers a sporty driving experience, while the V60’s versatile wagon shape provides ample cargo space and practicality for family-oriented buyers. Ultimately, choosing between the two comes down to whether you prioritize a dynamic sedan experience or the flexibility of a stylish estate.

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.

Quick data check: Volvo V60

clearly cheaper
markedly more power
considerably more efficient
moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
only slightly lighter
barely more electric range
moderately more trunk space

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from £62,200

Volvo S90

Price 62,200 - 70,500 £
Body Type Sedan
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 235 - 455 HP
Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Electric Range 89 km
Battery Capacity 14.7 kWh
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.7 - 7 s
Model Year 2,022 - 2,024
Max Speed 180 km/h
Torque 480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Doors 4
Model S90/V90
Modell S90 B5 Diesel, S90 T8
CO2 Efficiency Class E, B
Trim Level Ultimate Bright AWD Automatik, Core AWD Automatik, Plus Bright AWD Automatik, Plus Dark AWD Automatik, Ultimate Dark AWD Automatik
Power kW 173 - 335 kW
co2 17 - 149 g/km
Engine capacity 1,969 cm3
Curb weight 1,912 - 2,119 kg
Fuel tank capacity 60 L
Trunk capacity 431 - 453 L
Length 4,969 mm
Width 1,879 mm
Height 1,440 mm
Brand Volvo
Payload 451 - 518 kg

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substantially cheaper
slightly more efficient
barely more electric range
barely quicker 0–100 km/h
slightly lighter
marginally more trunk space

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from £37,300

CUPRA Ateca

Price 37,300 - 51,200 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 300 HP
Consumption L/100km 6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.9 - 9.3 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Ateca
Modell Ateca 2.0 TSI, Ateca 1.5 TSI
CO2 Efficiency Class G, E
Trim Level 4Drive DSG, Tribe Edition 4Drive DSG, VZ 4Drive DSG, VZ Tribe Edition 4Drive DSG, DSG, Tribe Edition DSG
Power kW 110 - 221 kW
co2 153 - 207 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight 1,418 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity 485 L
Width 1,841 mm
Brand CUPRA
Payload 502 - 522 kg

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markedly more power
considerably more efficient
very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
moderately cheaper
visibly lighter
a bit more trunk space

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from £50,500

Mercedes E-Class

Price 50,500 - 119,700 £
Body Type Sedan
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 186 - 585 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Electric Range 101 - 116 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4 - 8.5 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model E-Klasse
Modell E 200, E 450, E 53 Hybrid AMG, E 300 e, E 400 e, E 300 de, E 200 d, E 220 d, E 450 d
CO2 Efficiency Class E, F, B, D
Trim Level Avantgarde Advanced 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced Plus 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium Plus 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Advanced Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Premium 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Premium Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G, Edition 1 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G
Power kW 137 - 430 kW
co2 39 - 172 g/km
Engine capacity 1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Curb weight 1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity 370 - 540 L
Width 1,880 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Payload 530 - 640 kg
Variant Limousine, AMG Limousine

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moderately cheaper
clearly more efficient
only slightly lighter
clearly more power
a bit more electric range
moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
markedly more trunk space

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from £30,100

MINI Countryman

Price 30,100 - 39,800 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 122 - 313 HP
Consumption L/100km 5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range 463 - 497 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.6 - 10.5 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3
Model Countryman
Modell Countryman C, Countryman E, Countryman SE, Countryman One
CO2 Efficiency Class D, A, E
Trim Level Blackyard Steptronic (DKG), Essential Trim, Classic Trim, Blackyard, Favoured Trim, JCW Trim, Essential Trim ALL4, Classic Trim ALL4, Favoured Trim ALL4, JCW Trim ALL4, Essential Trim Steptronic (DKG), Classic Trim Steptronic (DKG)
Power kW 90 - 230 kW
co2 0 - 149 g/km
Engine capacity 1,499 cm3
Curb weight 1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity 450 - 505 L
Width 1,843 mm
Brand MINI
Payload 475 - 500 kg
Variant Electric

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Quick data check: MINI Countryman

clearly more power
significantly more efficient
markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
significantly cheaper
significantly more electric range
only slightly lighter
moderately more trunk space

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Direct comparisons

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