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Audi A4 Avant vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Volvo XC40?

Audi A4 Avant vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

  • considerably more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space

Volvo XC40

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo XC40 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 480 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A4 Avant uses 4.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

XC40

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A4 Avant offers considerably more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 273 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Avant is markedly faster – 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: the Audi A4 Avant delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

A4 Avant

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 terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is very slightly lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 93 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers marginally more boot space – 495 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Audi A4 Avant offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,495 L, about 167 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Avant carries very slightly more – 565 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Avant is decisively ahead 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.

from £37,200
A4 Avant

Audi A4 Avant

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 470 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
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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 XC40

The 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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
1,652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Audi A4 Avant have?

The Audi A4 Avant is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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