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Audi A4 vs Volvo C70

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2020 Audi A4

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2013 Volvo C70

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Overview

SpecAudi A4PremiumVolvo C70T5
Selected trimPremiumT5
Body styleSedanConvertible
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission7-speed automated manual5-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202013

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A4PremiumVolvo C70T5
MSRP$37,400 (best)$41,200
Lowest listing price$14,423 (best)—
Median listing price$19,314 (best)—
Highest listing price$20,801 (best)—
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A4PremiumVolvo C70T5
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG27 MPG (best)19 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank15.3 gal15.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi A4PremiumVolvo C70T5
Horsepower188 hp227 hp (best)
Torque236 lb-ft236 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I5

Size & capability

SpecAudi A4PremiumVolvo C70T5
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume12 cu ft12.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,417 lbs (best)3,837 lbs
Ground clearance—5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase111 in (best)103.9 in
Length187.5 in (best)180.4 in
Width72.7 in (best)72.3 in
Height56.2 in (best)55.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A4PremiumVolvo C70T5
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)3None reported (best)

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.

TrimAudi A4Volvo C70
1

Premium

$37,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

T5

$41,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$41,000 MSRP

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3

Prestige

$46,950 MSRP

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Audi A4 vs Volvo C70 FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Audi A4 or 2013 Volvo C70?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Audi A4 vs 2013 Volvo C70 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Audi A4 or 2013 Volvo C70?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Audi A4 starts lower at $37,400. Live Audi A4 listings start at $14,423.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Audi A4 or 2013 Volvo C70?
The 2020 Audi A4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,400).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Audi A4 or 2013 Volvo C70?
The 2020 Audi A4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Audi A4 or 2013 Volvo C70?
The 2013 Volvo C70 leads on horsepower in this comparison (227).
Which has better seats: 2020 Audi A4 or 2013 Volvo C70?
The 2020 Audi A4 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2020 Audi A4 or 2013 Volvo C70?
The 2013 Volvo C70 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Audi A4 vs 2013 Volvo C70?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A4 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Volvo C70 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).