Volvo XC60 vs Ford Transit Custom

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Volvo XC60
Volvo XC60

$74,990 - $101,990

2026 price

Ford Transit Custom
Ford Transit Custom

$56,590 - $80,290

2026 price

Summary

2026 Volvo XC60
2026 Ford Transit Custom
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Turbo 4, 2.0L

Diesel Turbo 4, 2.0L
Fuel Type
-

Diesel
Fuel Efficiency
7.6L/100km (combined)

8.5L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

3
Dislikes
  • Facelift is too subtle
  • Gremlins in media system
  • Big price jumps between trims

  • Auto transmission stalk on steering wheel column
  • No seats in the rear
  • Would benefit from all-terrain tyres
2026 Volvo XC60 Summary

The Volvo XC60 has long been an understated achiever of the premium mid-size SUV crowd. 

It doesn’t shout for attention like some of its rivals, but it’s built a reputation for quiet confidence and family-friendly practicality. For 2026, the XC60 Ultra B5 Dark keeps the same engine but has received a facelift in other areas. Is it enough to keep family buyers who want a mix of practicality and luxury happy?

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2026 Ford Transit Custom Summary

Ford has introduced what is being touted as an adventure-type van to its Transit Custom line-up and it’s called the Trail.

The Trail is based on the long-wheelbase Transit Custom Trend and it’s equipped with a suspension lift, on-demand all-wheel drive, 'Trail' drive mode, LED headlights and daytime running lights, a variant-specific grille, black wheel arch moulding and side strip, yellow exterior decals and 16-inch matt black twin-spoke alloy wheels.

With all that in mind, maybe a van is your next adventure vehicle?

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