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Audi Q3 vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (38,200 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q3 or Volvo XC40?

Audi Q3 vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Audi Q3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Volvo XC40

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
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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

Q3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Volvo XC40 is barely cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Audi Q3 costs 38,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,466 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q3 uses 1.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

XC40

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 Q3 offers visibly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q3 delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Q3

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 Q3 is marginally lighter – 1,635 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 53 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q3 offers barely more boot space – 488 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q3 carries very slightly more – 535 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q3 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 £38,200
Q3

Audi Q3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 119 km
Audi Q3
Volvo XC40

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi Q3

The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.

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Volvo XC40

The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Audi Q3
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,200 - 52,900 £
Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
39 - 195 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,635 - 1,900 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
-
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
1,652 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
Payload
505 - 535 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo
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