Volvo V60 alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Volvo V60, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Volvo V60 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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Volvo XC40 as a suitable alternative to Volvo V60

The Volvo V60 is a sleek, premium estate built for refined cruising and carrying larger loads, while the Volvo XC40 is a compact SUV focused on city agility, practicality and a taller driving position. Choosing between them comes down to whether you want wagon-style space and long-distance comfort (V60) or crossover versatility and easier urban driving (XC40).

The Volvo XC40 blends Scandinavian design with practical versatility, offering a compact luxury crossover that feels composed and easy to live with. It’s refined and focused on safety with a high-quality interior, making it a smart choice for daily city driving and weekend escapes.

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considerably more power
substantially more efficient
significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
noticeably cheaper
marginally lighter

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from £58,300

Volvo XC60

Price 58,300 - 71,400 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 335 - 406 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.6 L/100km
Electric Range 79 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.9 - 5.7 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model XC60
Modell XC60 T6, XC60 T8
CO2 Efficiency Class B
Trim Level Essential AWD Geartronic, Core AWD Geartronic, Plus Black Edition AWD Geartronic, Plus Dark AWD Geartronic, Plus Bright AWD Geartronic, Ultra Black Edition AWD Geartronic, Ultra Dark AWD Geartronic, Ultra Bright AWD Geartronic
Power kW 247 - 299 kW
co2 59 g/km
Engine capacity 1,969 cm3
Curb weight 2,150 kg
Width 1,902 mm
Brand Volvo
Payload 510 kg

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Volvo XC60 as a suitable alternative to Volvo V60

The V60 is the sleek, driver-focused estate that rewards cornering with a lower centre of gravity and tidy practicality, ideal if you want sporty poise without shouting SUV. The XC60 lifts you up for easier access, more upright space and a confident road presence — perfect for families or anyone who likes a bit of SUV swagger, even if it drinks a little more at the pump.

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian elegance with a strong focus on occupant safety, delivering a calm, composed ride and a well-crafted, user-friendly cabin. It’s a practical yet premium compact SUV that balances comfort with confident road manners, ideal for buyers who value refinement and everyday usability.

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somewhat cheaper
visibly more electric range
clearly lighter
slightly more power
noticeably more efficient
somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h

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from £62,300

Volvo V90

Price 62,300 - 71,700 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 398 - 455 HP
Consumption L/100km 0.8 L/100km
Electric Range 88 km
Battery Capacity 14.7 kWh
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.8 - 5.5 s
Model Year 2024
Max Speed 180 km/h
Torque 659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Doors 5
Model S90/V90
Modell V90 T6, V90 T8
CO2 Efficiency Class B
Trim Level Core AWD Automatik, Plus Bright AWD Automatik, Plus Dark AWD Automatik, Ultra Bright AWD Automatik, Ultra Dark AWD Automatik
Power kW 293 - 335 kW
co2 18 g/km
Engine capacity 1,969 cm3
Curb weight 2,075 kg
Fuel tank capacity 60 L
Trunk capacity 488 L
Length 4,945 mm
Width 1,879 mm
Height 1,472 mm
Brand Volvo
Max trunk capacity 1,454 L
Payload 515 kg

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Volvo V90 as a suitable alternative to Volvo V60

The Volvo V60 and V90 are both premium station wagons but serve different needs: the V60 is a sportier, more compact option, while the V90 offers greater space and a more luxurious ride. Choose the V60 if you prioritise agility and city-friendly size; choose the V90 if you need rear-seat room, luggage capacity and a more comfortable long-distance touring experience.

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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

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from £54,000

Volvo EX60

Price 54,000 - 67,500 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
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
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.9 - 5.9 s
Model Year 2,026 - 2,027
Torque 480 - 790 Nm
Model EX60
Modell P6 Electric, P10 Electric, P12 Electric
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level Plus, Ultra, Plus AWD, Ultra AWD, Plus First Edition AWD, Ultra First Edition AWD
Power kW 275 - 500 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 2,189 - 2,405 kg
Trunk capacity 523 L
Width 1,899 mm
Brand Volvo
Payload 455 - 461 kg
Variant Cross Country

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

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from £41,100

BMW 3 Series Touring

Price 41,100 - 93,300 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 530 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.5 - 10.3 L/100km
Electric Range 91 - 97 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.6 - 8.8 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 250 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model 3er-Reihe
Modell 318d Touring, 320d Touring, M340d Touring, 318i Touring, 320i Touring, M3 Competition Touring, 330i Touring, 330d Touring, M340i Touring, 330e Touring
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E, F, G, B
Trim Level M Sportpaket Pro Steptronic, M Sportpaket Steptronic, Steptronic, xDrive Steptronic, xDrive Steptronic Sport, M Sportpaket Pro xDrive Steptronic, M Sportpaket xDrive Steptronic, M xDrive Steptronic, M Sportpaket Pro xDrive Steptronic Sport
Power kW 110 - 390 kW
co2 57 - 233 g/km
Engine capacity 1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Curb weight 1,650 - 2,025 kg
Trunk capacity 410 - 500 L
Width 1,827 - 1,903 mm
Brand BMW
Payload 430 - 520 kg
Variant Touring, M Performance Touring, M3 Touring

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BMW 3 Series Touring as a suitable alternative to Volvo V60

The BMW 3 Series Touring and the Volvo V60 are two of the most compelling premium estate cars you can buy, but they take different approaches: the BMW prioritizes driving dynamics and sportiness, while the Volvo focuses on comfort, safety and Scandinavian practicality. This comparison will help you decide which suits your needs better — whether you value engaging handling and driver focus or clever family-friendly design and relaxed refinement.

The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.

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

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from £25,600

Skoda Octavia Combi

Price 25,600 - 39,600 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 116 - 204 HP
Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.7 - 10.7 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Octavia
Modell Octavia Combi 2.0 TSI, Octavia Combi 1.5 TSI ACT, Octavia Combi 1.5 TSI ACT mHEV, Octavia Combi 2.0 TDI SCR
CO2 Efficiency Class E, F, D, C
Trim Level Selection 4x4 DSG, Sportline 4x4 DSG, Essence, Selection, Essence DSG, Selection DSG, Sportline, Sportline DSG, Balance, Balance DSG, Balance 4x4 DSG
Power kW 85 - 150 kW
co2 113 - 157 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight 1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity 640 L
Width 1,829 mm
Brand Skoda
Payload 502 - 534 kg
Variant Combi

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Quick data check: Skoda Octavia Combi

significantly more power
significantly more efficient
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
significantly cheaper
visibly lighter
a bit more trunk space

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