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Audi A7 vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (630 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (55,000 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or Volvo XC60?

Audi A7 vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Audi A7

  • barely cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • slightly more electric range
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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.

Audi A7 is barely cheaper – starting at 55,000 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,249 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A7 uses 1.2 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 1.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo XC60 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 79 km, about 11 km more than the Audi A7.

XC60

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 clearly more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 224 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A7 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 181 Nm more.

A7

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 more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A7 is clearly lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 380 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A7 carries slightly more – 600 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A7 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 £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
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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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The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
59 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
2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Length
-
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
510 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 630 HP
Power HP
335 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Power kW
247 - 299 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
B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo
Is the Audi A7 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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