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Audi A8 vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Volvo S60?

Audi A8 vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • markedly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo S60

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • slightly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo S60 is clearly cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo S60 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 94 km, about 36 km more than the Audi A8.

S60

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers markedly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers somewhat more torque with 800 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo S60 is slightly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S60 offers very slightly more boot space – 427 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 is decisively ahead 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 £42,500
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 A8
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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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 A8
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo
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