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Audi A3 Sportback vs Volvo XC60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (26800 £ vs 49200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Volvo XC60?

Audi A3 Sportback

Volvo XC60

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A3 Sportback has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26800 £, while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £. That’s a price difference of around 22363 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi A3 Sportback performs convincingly better – achieving up to 141 km, about 59 km more than the Volvo XC60.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC60 has a somewhat edge – offering 455 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls evident stronger with 709 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 209 Nm difference.

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is clearly perceptible lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 540 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers evident more room – 483 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 103 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1543 L, which is about 343 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 to a small extent takes the win – 550 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A3 Sportback proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A3 Sportback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £26,800
A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

Audi A3 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 9.3 L
  • Electric Range : 134 - 141 km
Audi A3 Sportback
Volvo XC60

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Audi A3 Sportback

The Audi A3 Sportback wraps premium materials and crisp German design into a practical hatchback package that makes daily driving feel smart rather than showy. It’s nimble in the city, composed on longer trips, and carries just enough swagger to satisfy buyers who want quality without shouting about it.

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Volvo XC60

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The 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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Audi A3 Sportback
Volvo XC60
A3 Sportback @ Audi AG
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Costs and Consumption

Price
26800 - 56600 £
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4708 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1902 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Sportback?

The Audi A3 Sportback is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.