Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid vs Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid 5.7 s Runner-up: 8.5 s
Range winner Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid 80 km Runner-up: 62 km
Power winner Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid 350 hp Runner-up: 265 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD 558 L Runner-up: 468 L
Price winner Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD $40,150 Runner-up: $49,490

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid against the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use plug-in hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.7 seconds, compared with 8.5 seconds for 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD. 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid has the higher listed output at 350 hp; 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD is rated at 265 hp, a difference of 85 hp. 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid lists 350 Nm from the engine and 309 Nm from the electric motor; 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD lists 367 Nm. These are not marked as a torque win because component and system figures are not directly comparable. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid carries the longer listed range at 80 km, against 62 km for 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD. 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has the lower recorded consumption at 1.2 L/100km; 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid is listed at 1.4 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 558 litres versus 468 litres, a difference of 90 litres. 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid carries the higher towing rating at 2,250 kg, while 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD is listed at 1,350 kg. 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid is 208 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has the lower listed starting price at $40,150, compared with $49,490 for 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid. 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.7 s8.5 s
Top Speed180 km/h191 km/h
Power350 hp265 hp
Torque350 Nm engine + 309 Nm electric367 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range80 km62 km
Battery18.8 kWh13.8 kWh
Fuel Tank71 L42 L
Efficiency1.4 L/100km1.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions32 g/km27 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,708 mm4,500 mm
Ground Clearance214 mm178 mm
Cargo468 L558 L
Curb Weight2,150 kg1,990 kg
Towing2,250 kg1,350 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.4 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$49,490$40,150

Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid vs Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD?

2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.7 seconds, versus 8.5 seconds for 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has the higher listed top speed at 191 km/h (119 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD?

2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid has more power at 350 hp, a 85 hp advantage over 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD.

Which has more range, the 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD?

2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid has the longer listed range at 80 km (50 miles), versus 62 km (39 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD?

2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid has the larger listed battery at 18.8 kWh, compared with 13.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has more listed cargo space at 558 litres (19.7 cu ft), versus 468 litres (16.5 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD?

2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,250 kg (4,960 lb), compared with 1,350 kg (2,976 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD?

2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid is heavier at 2,150 kg (4,740 lb), while 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD is listed at 1,990 kg (4,387 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $40,150 USD, compared with $49,490 USD for 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD?

2025 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.