Comparison: Boot space Volvo S60/V60 vs. competitors 2025

The Volvo S60/V60 has taken us on a riveting journey of ups and downs in boot space. Originally debuting with a commendable 424 liters, enough to swallow your luggage and then some, it rather inexplicably contracted to 380 liters in its second act, possibly aiming for a more streamlined behind. However, in a triumphant return to form, the third generation expanded its horizons to a cavernous 495 liters, not to mention a vast 1407 liters with the rear seats folded, turning the boot into something that might swallow half of Sweden if you’re not careful.

Within the Volvo fleet, the S60/V60's boot is a middleweight contender, striking a balance between the compact gyrations of the Volvo XC90's paltry 262 liters and the heavyweight champion Volvo V90's whopping 507 liters. Notably, the S60/V60's boot eclipses that of the XC40's 433 liters, suggesting that choosing between the two could well depend on whether you prefer your Swedish metal with a bit more trunk or funk. It's also interesting to note that in terms of plug-in hybrid variants, the S60/V60 stands tall, overshadowing the smaller-booted kin like the S60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid at 391 liters.

When thrown into the coliseum with its nearest rivals, the Volvo S60/V60 holds its ground fiercely. The Lada Vesta, though an unlikely adversary, sits close with 480 liters, but falls short in the face of Volvo's engineering. Against the traditional estate car adversary, the Audi A4 Avant, which offers 445 liters, the V60 clearly comes out on top, not to mention its superiority against the Toyota RAV4 and its measly 150 liters – a car clearly more adept at conquering the urban jungle than a boot-filling competition. Even the Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse, with its 540 liters, might raise an eyebrow at the V60's capacity, yet the Merc's larger dimensions provide a classical case of 'you win some, you lose some.'