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Audi A6 Limousine vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (47,600 £ vs 74,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Limousine or Volvo XC90?

Audi A6 Limousine vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

Audi A6 Limousine

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
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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

A6 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A6 Limousine is clearly cheaper – starting at 47,600 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,734 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A6 Limousine uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 Limousine offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 105 km, about 36 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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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 Volvo XC90 offers marginally more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Limousine is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers slightly more torque with 669 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 89 Nm more.

A6 Limousine

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.

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 Limousine is slightly lighter – 1,845 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries somewhat more – 710 kg compared to 625 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 Limousine 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.

from £47,600
A6 Limousine

Audi A6 Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 7.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 105 km
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Audi A6 Limousine

The Audi A6 cuts a clean, purposeful silhouette with an interior that feels like a quiet, high-tech office on wheels—luxurious materials and clever gadgets make long journeys surprisingly pleasant. It balances composed, confident driving with enough flair to keep you entertained, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want executive polish without showing off.

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Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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11 Nov 2025, 12:59:12

I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

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Audi A6 Limousine
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption
Price
47,600 - 68,100 £
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
97 - 105 km
Electric Range
69 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
49 - 166 g/km
co2
71 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,845 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
354 - 492 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 - 625 kg
Payload
600 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
250 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Audi A6 Limousine have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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