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Audi A4 Avant vs Volvo S90 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Audi A4 Avant meets Volvo S90.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Audi A4 Avant

Volvo S90

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

A4 Avant @ 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 A4 Avant has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £, while the Volvo S90 costs 62200 £. That’s a price difference of around 24986 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo S90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.

S90 @ Volvo Cars

Engine and Performance:

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 Audi A4 Avant has a slight edge – offering 470 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs distinct better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 120 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo S90 pulls to a small extent stronger with 709 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 109 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is slightly lighter – 1595 kg compared to 1912 kg. The difference is around 317 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers minimal more room – 495 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant barely noticeable takes the win – 565 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo S90 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo S90 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Audi A4 Avant
Volvo S90

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S90 @ Volvo Cars

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 - 5.7 L
  • Electric Range : 89 km

Audi A4 Avant

The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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Audi A4 Avant
Volvo S90
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S90 @ Volvo Cars

Costs and Consumption

Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
62200 - 70500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1595 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1912 - 2119 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4969 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1440 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Audi A4 Avant have?

The Audi A4 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-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.

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