Compare performance (470 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (37200 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Volvo XC40?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Volvo XC40 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 480 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A4 Avant manages with 4.80 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.
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 Audi A4 Avant has a convincingly edge – offering 470 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 273 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs evident better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 120 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A4 Avant pulls significantly stronger with 600 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is hardly perceptible lighter – 1595 kg compared to 1688 kg. The difference is around 93 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers hardly perceptible more room – 495 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi A4 Avant performs somewhat better – up to 1495 L, which is about 167 L more than the Volvo XC40.
When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant minimal takes the win – 565 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.
The Audi A4 Avant proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A4 Avant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
37200 - 122500 £
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Price
36800 - 47200 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
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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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
126 - 220 g/km
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co2
147 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1595 - 1820 kg
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Curb weight
1688 kg
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Trunk capacity
495 L
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Trunk capacity
452 L
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Length
4750 - 4782 mm
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Length
4425 mm
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Width
1842 - 1866 mm
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Width
1863 mm
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Height
1428 - 1493 mm
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Height
1652 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1495 L
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Max trunk capacity
1328 L
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Payload
510 - 565 kg
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Payload
532 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 470 HP
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Power HP
163 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
270 - 600 Nm
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Torque
265 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 346 kW
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Power kW
120 - 145 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Volvo
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The Audi A4 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.