Volvo V60 MK2 vs Volvo V90 MK1

Volvo V60

MK2 · 2018 – 2026

The second-generation V60 (MK2), on the SPA platform.

Volvo V90

MK1 · 2016 – 2026

The V90 (MK1), on the SPA platform.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Volvo V60

Pick the MK2 for a premium, roomy and safe estate with an efficient B5 mild-hybrid or quick T8.

Best engine: The B5 mild-hybrid (petrol) — or the T8 plug-in hybrid.

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Pick this one if…

Volvo V90

Pick the MK1 for a roomy, comfortable and safe premium estate with a strong D5 or efficient B5.

Best engine: The D4/D5 diesel or B5 mild-hybrid — the sweet spot.

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Performance

B5 2.0 250 · Petrol vs B5 2.0 250 · Petrol

	Volvo V60	Volvo V90
Power	250 hp	250 hp
Torque	350 Nm	350 Nm
0–100 km/h	6,6 s Winner	6,8 s
Top speed	180 km/h	180 km/h
Power-to-weight	147,1 hp/t Winner	145,3 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	152 g/km	152 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	6,6 L/100km	6,6 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Volvo V60	Volvo V90
Boot	519 L	560 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.431 L	1.526 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,87 m	2,94 m Winner
Length	4,76 m	4,94 m
Ground clearance	12,8 cm	15,2 cm
Turning circle	11,4 m Winner	11,8 m
Towing capacity (braked)	2.000 kg	2.500 kg Winner

Powertrain & tech

	Volvo V60	Volvo V90
Platform	SPA (shared with the S60)	SPA (shared with the S90/XC90)
Drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive
Engine family	2.0 D4/D5 diesel · 2.0 T5 · 2.0 B4/B5 mild-hybrid · 2.0 T8 plug-in hybrid	2.0 D4/D5 diesel · 2.0 T4/T5/T6 petrol · 2.0 B4/B5/B6 mild-hybrid · 2.0 T8 plug-in hybrid
Transmission	8-speed Geartronic automatic	8-speed Geartronic automatic
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6d	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Volvo V60

Infotainment software and Sensus glitches
12V battery drain
T8: ERAD and battery need monitoring

Volvo V90

Infotainment software and Sensus glitches
12V battery drain
T8: ERAD and battery need monitoring

Pros

Volvo V60

Premium interior and hushed comfort
Roomy boot and safety
Efficient mild-hybrids and quick T8

Volvo V90

Roomy, practical boot (560 litres)
Premium interior and hushed comfort
High safety

Cons

Volvo V60

Infotainment can glitch
12V battery can drain
Not focused on sharp dynamics

Volvo V90

Infotainment sometimes slow or glitchy
Not focused on sharp dynamics
Higher running costs (premium)

Driving experience

Volvo V60

Composed and secure for a premium estate, with light, accurate steering that suits motorway and urban driving. The ride is comfortable on standard wheels and firmer on larger alloys or sportier settings; body roll is present yet managed. Mild-hybrid petrols deliver usable performance with strong low-end torque; the T8 plug-in hybrid is notably quicker. It prioritises comfort and safety over sharp dynamics, with good visibility.

Volvo V90

Composed and secure for a premium estate of its era, with light steering that suits motorway and urban driving. The ride is comfortable on standard wheels, particularly with optional adaptive dampers, and body roll is present yet managed. Diesels deliver strong low-end torque for motorway use. It prioritises comfort and safety over sharp dynamics, with good visibility.