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Audi A5 Avant vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Avant or Volvo S60?

Audi A5 Avant vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Audi A5 Avant

  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h

Volvo S60

  • significantly more efficient
  • marginally lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

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

A5 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A5 Avant is only slightly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 900 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A5 Avant with 2.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A5 Avant offers slightly more range – reaching up to 108 km, about 14 km more than the Volvo S60.

S60

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 A5 Avant offers clearly more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Avant is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A5 Avant is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Avant delivers slightly more torque with 825 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 116 Nm more.

A5 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Volvo S60 is marginally lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,785 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S60 offers slightly more boot space – 427 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A5 Avant carries slightly more – 535 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 94 km
Audi A5 Avant
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A5 Avant

The Audi A5 Avant dresses like a sleek coupe but carries like a sensible estate, offering buyers a rare blend of glamour and everyday practicality. Inside, the cabin feels beautifully sorted and the drive is composed and engaging, making routine errands feel a touch more enjoyable than they have any right to be.

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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Audi A5 Avant
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,600 - 92,400 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
83 - 108 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
20.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
47 - 175 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,785 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
361 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4,829 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,306 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo
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