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Audi A8 vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Volvo XC60?

Audi A8 vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Volvo XC60

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo XC60 is clearly cheaper – starting at 58,300 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,094 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo XC60 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 79 km, about 21 km more than the Audi A8.

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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 A8 offers clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 165 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers somewhat more torque with 800 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 131 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A8 is barely lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries visibly more – 700 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £58,300
XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 335 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 79 km
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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 XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian elegance with a strong focus on occupant safety, delivering a calm, composed ride and a well-crafted, user-friendly cabin. It’s a practical yet premium compact SUV that balances comfort with confident road manners, ideal for buyers who value refinement and everyday usability.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
59 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
510 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
335 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Audi A8?

The Audi A8 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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