Audi A7 vs Volvo XC60 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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

Volvo XC60 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49200 £, while the Audi A7 costs 55000 £. That’s a price difference of around 5837 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A7 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Volvo XC60 performs somewhat better – achieving up to 82 km, about 14 km more than the Audi A7.

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 has a noticeable edge – offering 630 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A7 performs distinct better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A7 pulls to a small extent stronger with 850 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 141 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Volvo XC60 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, the Audi A7 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1770 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A7 offers barely noticeable more room – 535 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1543 L, which is about 153 L more than the Audi A7.

When it comes to payload, Audi A7 barely noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

All in all, the Audi A7 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.