Audi A4 Quattro vs Volvo XC70
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Volvo XC70
Overview
| Spec | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium S line | T5 Drive-E |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $44,100 | $37,100 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 261 hp (best) | 240 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 72.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,014 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,682 lbs (best) | 3,794 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111 in (best) | 110.8 in |
| Length | 187.5 in | 190.5 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in | 75.8 in (best) |
| Height | 56.2 in | 63.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi A4 Quattro | Volvo XC70 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium S line $44,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 Drive-E $37,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus S line $48,600 MSRP | T5 $38,600 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige S line $51,300 MSRP | T5 Drive-E Premier $40,550 MSRP |
| 4 | — | T5 Drive-E Classic Premier $41,550 MSRP |
| 5 | — | T5 Premier $42,050 MSRP |
| 6 | — | T5 Classic Premier $43,050 MSRP |
| 7 | — | T5 Drive-E Platinum $45,675 MSRP |
| 8 | — | T5 Drive-E Classic Platinum $46,675 MSRP |
| 9 | — | T5 Platinum $47,175 MSRP |
| 10 | — | T5 Classic Platinum $48,175 MSRP |