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Audi A7 vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (630 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (55,000 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or Volvo XC40?

Audi A7 vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Audi A7

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo XC40

4.9 (8 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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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

A7

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.

Volvo XC40 is markedly cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Audi A7 costs 55,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,123 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A7 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.

XC40

Engine and Performance:

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 A7 offers considerably more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 433 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A7 delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 550 Nm more.

A7

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 XC40 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC40 is only slightly lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 1,770 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A7 carries a bit more – 600 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A7 is far ahead overall 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 £55,000
A7

Audi A7

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 630 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 68 km
Audi A7
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A7

The Audi A7 wraps elegant fastback lines around a sumptuous, tech-packed cabin that turns everyday drives into something a bit more special. It strikes a polished balance between relaxed comfort and engaging poise, so you’ll enjoy long cruises and spirited backroad runs while arriving in unmistakable style.

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Volvo XC40

The Volvo XC40 blends Scandinavian design with practical versatility, offering a compact luxury crossover that feels composed and easy to live with. It’s refined and focused on safety with a high-quality interior, making it a smart choice for daily city driving and weekend escapes.

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Audi A7
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Length
-
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
204 - 630 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo
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