Verdict
The V60 costs RM286,910 to the XC40’s RM268,888, a RM18,022 gap that brings a 316 hp plug-in-hybrid powertrain, 49 km EV range and a much quicker 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time. Its 529-litre boot also beats the XC40’s 460 litres. The XC40 is 336 mm shorter and 226 mm taller, so it is the more natural SUV-shaped choice, while its RM428 annual road tax is RM63 higher. For long-distance pace, luggage room and electric-only local trips, take the V60.
V60
Pick the Volvo V60 if you want 49 km of EV range, 316 hp and a 529-litre boot in a low-slung wagon.
XC40
Pick the Volvo XC40 if you prefer a 4,425-mm-long, 1,658-mm-tall SUV and want to spend RM18,022 less upfront.
Key differences
- Price: V60 RM286,910; XC40 RM268,888.
- Performance: V60 316 hp, 400 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds; XC40 263 hp, 390 Nm and 6.4 seconds.
- Electrification: V60 has one 86 hp/240 Nm motor, an 11.6 kWh battery and 49 km EV range; XC40 lists no motor, battery or EV range.
- Economy and CO2: V60 2 L/100 km and 46 g/km; XC40 7.7 L/100 km and 50 g/km.
- Dimensions: V60 is 4,761 mm long and 1,432 mm tall; XC40 is 4,425 mm long and 1,658 mm tall.
- Boot space: V60 529 litres; XC40 460 litres.
V60
- 316 hp and 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 11.6 kWh battery with 49 km EV range.
- 529-litre boot, adaptive LED projectors and 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM18,022 more than the XC40.
- At 4,761 mm long, it is 336 mm longer than the XC40.
- No spare tyre is listed, while the XC40 has a space-saver.
XC40
- RM18,022 lower purchase price.
- 336 mm shorter and 226 mm taller SUV body.
- Space-saver spare tyre and six front plus six rear parking sensors.
- 263 hp and 6.4-second 0-100 km/h performance trail the V60's 316 hp and 4.6 seconds.
- 460-litre boot is 69 litres smaller than the V60's.
- No panoramic sunroof, head-up display or 360-degree camera is listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM286,910 | RM268,888✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM365✓ | RM428 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, supercharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,969 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 316 hp✓ | 263 hp |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 390 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 86 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 240 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 11.6 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 49 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 3.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Geartronic | Geartronic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.6 seconds✓ | 6.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 2 L/100 km✓ | 7.7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | 46 g/km✓ | 50 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,761 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,863 mm |
| Height | 1,432 mm | 1,658 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,872 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | 2,041 kg | 1,875 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 49 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 529 litres✓ | 460 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/40R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/40R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 5-multi-spoke Two-Tone Alloy | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 5-multi-spoke Two-Tone Alloy | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sport Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Power safety lock for rear door |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian, Cyclist, Oncoming Vehicle and Large Animal Detection (4 to 80 km/h) | Yes, City Safety with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian, Cyclist and Large Animal Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Blind Spot Collision Mitigation, Rear Cross Traffic Collision Mitigation, Run-off Road Protection | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB-C | 2 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen Sensus Connect Infotainment System with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (600 W) | 9" Portrait Android Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Knob Twist | Keyless Push button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Park Assist Pilot with Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Boot Grocery Bag Holder | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 120,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km hybrid battery warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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V60 vs XC40 FAQ
Is the Volvo V60 or Volvo XC40 better?
The V60 is the better choice for performance, rated economy, EV driving and luggage space: 316 hp, 2 L/100 km, 49 km EV range and 529 litres. Choose the XC40 for its shorter, taller SUV proportions and lower upfront cost.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo V60 costs RM18,022 more than the Volvo XC40: RM286,910 versus RM268,888.
Which is quicker, the Volvo V60 or Volvo XC40?
The V60 is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds versus 6.4 seconds for the XC40. It also has 316 hp and 400 Nm, compared with the XC40’s 263 hp and 390 Nm.