Compare performance (207 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or Volvo XC60?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A1 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,306 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A1 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC60 offers considerably more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 199 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers significantly more torque with 669 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 349 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is clearly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 975 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries marginally more – 510 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
The Volvo XC60 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.
detailsThe Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
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Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
79 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
118 - 146 g/km
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co2
59 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
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Curb weight
2,150 kg
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Trunk capacity
335 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
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Width
1,902 mm
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Height
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 470 kg
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Payload
510 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 207 HP
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Power HP
335 - 406 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
175 - 320 Nm
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Torque
589 - 669 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
70 - 152 kW
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Power kW
247 - 299 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Volvo
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