Nissan LEAF vs. Volvo S60
When we compare the Nissan LEAF's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the Nissan LEAF has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Nissan LEAF's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the Volvo S60 is a better car than the Nissan LEAF.
Nissan LEAF vs. Volvo S60 Pricing
A used 2024 Nissan LEAF ranges from $24,926 to $38,846 while a used 2024 Volvo S60 is priced between $42,885 to $50,849. For a new model, the Nissan LEAF's price is between $29,428 and $38,900, with the Volvo S60 priced between $43,537 and $52,190.
Nissan LEAF vs. Volvo S60 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Nissan LEAF loses 65.1 percent of its value and the Volvo S60 loses 57 percent of its value. This means the Volvo S60 retains 8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan LEAF.
Nissan LEAF vs. Volvo S60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan LEAF is 8.1 out of 10 while the Volvo S60's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Nissan LEAF being ranked 1 out of 7 Best Electric Hatchbacks and the Volvo S60 being ranked 4 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
Nissan LEAF vs. Volvo S60 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan LEAF is 7.6 out of 10. For the Volvo S60 the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Volvo S60 an advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan LEAF.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Nissan LEAF’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Volvo S60 base engine makes 247 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Nissan LEAF, a electric compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Volvo S60, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Nissan LEAF and the Volvo S60 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
29428 - 38900
Used Asking Price:
24926 - 38846
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.650532
Pricing
New Asking Price:
43537 - 52190
Used Asking Price:
42885 - 50849
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.570212
Nissan LEAF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.477283 / 10
Reliability:
8.63185 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan LEAF Rankings
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17 out of / 27Volvo S60 Rankings
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33 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Nissan LEAF Trim Levels
S, SV PLUS
Volvo S60 Trim Levels
B5 Core Dark Theme, B5 Plus Black Edition, B5 Plus Dark Theme, B5 Ultimate Dark Theme
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp
Torque:
236 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
150 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity :
40 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 30
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
413 / 557 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3509 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
61.5 inches
Length:
176.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3777 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
188.1 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18