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.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Volvo V60 and are good next research steps.

from £36,500

VW Passat

Price 36,500 - 58,500 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 122 - 272 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Electric Range 124 - 135 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.1 - 10.7 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Passat
Model Passat Variant 1.5 eTSI ACT, Passat Variant 2.0 TDI, Passat Variant 1.5 eHybrid
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E, B
Trim Level DSG, Business DSG, Elegance DSG, R-Line DSG, Elegance 4MOTION DSG, R-Line 4MOTION DSG
Power kW 90 - 200 kW
co2 28 - 153 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Curb weight 1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity 510 - 690 L
Width 1,849 mm
Brand VW
Payload 501 - 577 kg
Variant Variant

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VW Passat as a suitable alternative to Volvo V60

The Volvo V60 and the VW Passat are two mid-size family cars that prioritize safety and practicality, but they take different approaches to comfort, design and driving feel. This comparison focuses on performance, interior quality, space, technology and running costs to help you decide which suits your priorities.

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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considerably cheaper
clearly more efficient
markedly more electric range
slightly lighter
clearly more trunk space

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from £41,600

Audi A5 Avant

Price 41,600 - 92,400 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Plug-in Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 639 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Electric Range 83 - 118 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.7 - 9.8 s
Model Year 2,025 - 2,026
Torque 280 - 825 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model A5
Model A5 Avant 2.0 TFSI e-hybrid, A5 Avant 2.0 TFSI, A5 Avant 2.0 TDI MHEV plus, S5 Avant 3.0 V6 TFSI MHEV plus, RS5 Avant, A5 Avant 2.0 TFSI MHEV plus
CO2 Efficiency Class B, E, F, D
Trim Level quattro S tronic, edition one quattro S tronic, S tronic, edition one S tronic, tiptronic
Power kW 110 - 470 kW
co2 40 - 175 g/km
Engine capacity 1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Curb weight 1,785 - 2,445 kg
Trunk capacity 361 - 476 L
Width 1,860 - 1,952 mm
Brand Audi
Payload 480 - 535 kg
Variant Avant

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visibly cheaper
significantly more power
somewhat more efficient
a bit more electric range
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

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from £58,300

Volvo XC60

Price 58,300 - 71,400 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Plug-in 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
Model 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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slightly more power
noticeably more efficient
somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h

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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
Model 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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noticeably cheaper
marginally lighter

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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
Model 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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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, Plug-in 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
Model 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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markedly cheaper
clearly more power
significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
very slightly lighter

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