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Audi A8 vs Volvo S90 comparison
Compare performance (571 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Volvo S90?
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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 S90 is considerably cheaper – starting at 62,200 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,143 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo S90 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 89 km, about 31 km more than the Audi A8.
S90
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 Audi A8 offers clearly 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 visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers slightly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm more.
A8
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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Volvo S90 is barely lighter – 1,912 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 123 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers moderately more boot space – 453 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries noticeably more – 700 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 182 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Volvo S90 is clearly superior 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 £62,200
Volvo S90
Audi A8
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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 S90
The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.
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Audi A8
Volvo S90
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
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Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
58 km
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Electric Range
89 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
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Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,969 mm
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Width
1,945 mm
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Width
1,879 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
525 - 700 kg
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Payload
451 - 518 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Power HP
235 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Torque
480 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Power kW
173 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Volvo
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