Volvo S60 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo S60 engine produces 54 HP more power than Volvo S80, whereas torque is 50 NM more than Volvo S80. Thanks to more power Volvo S60 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.8 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
3.9
4.3
The Volvo S60 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo S60 consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S80, which means that by driving the Volvo S60 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
67 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1710 km in combined cycle
1620 km in combined cycle
1860 km on highway
1790 km on highway
Volvo S60 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Ground clearance:
124 mm (4.9 inches)
151 mm (5.9 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo S80 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volvo S80 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of Volvo S80 2013 if off-road driveability is important to you.
Dimensions
Length:
4.63 m
4.85 m
Width:
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1.86 m
Height:
1.48 m
1.49 m
Trunk capacity:
380 litres
480 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1749 litres
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Volvo S80 has more luggage space. Volvo S60 has 100 litres less trunk space than the Volvo S80.
Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
11.7 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo S60 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Volvo S80.
