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Audi A5 vs Volvo C40 Recharge

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

Vehicles

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2026 Audi A5

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2024 Volvo C40 Recharge

Overview

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
Selected trimPremiumSingle Motor Core
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)electric
Transmission7-speed automated manual1-speed direct drive
Engine typegaselectric
Model year20262024

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
MSRP$50,200 (best)$53,600
Lowest listing price$11,550 (best)
Median listing price$56,238 (best)
Highest listing price$63,088 (best)
For sale now59 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG32 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe107 MPGe (best)
Electric range297 mi (best)
240V charge time8 hr (best)
Fuel tank14.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
Horsepower268 hp (best)248 hp
Torque295 lb-ft310 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L (best)
CylindersI4

Size & capability

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume36.6 cu ft49 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)
Payload992 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,090 lbs (best)4,497 lbs
Ground clearance7 in (best)
Wheelbase113.8 in (best)106.4 in
Length190.1 in (best)174.8 in
Width73.2 in73.7 in (best)
Height57 in62.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimAudi A5Volvo C40 Recharge
1

Premium

$50,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Single Motor Core

$53,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$52,700 MSRP

Twin Motor Core

$55,350 MSRP

3

Prestige

$56,700 MSRP

Single Motor Plus

$55,400 MSRP

4

Twin Motor Plus

$57,150 MSRP

5

Single Motor Ultimate

$58,800 MSRP

6

Twin Motor Ultimate

$60,550 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi A5 vs Volvo C40 Recharge FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi A5 or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi A5 vs 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi A5 or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Audi A5 starts lower at $50,200. Live Audi A5 listings start at $11,550.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi A5 or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
The 2026 Audi A5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (50,200).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi A5 or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
The 2026 Audi A5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Audi A5 or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
The 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (297).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi A5 or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
The 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge leads on horsepower in this comparison (402).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi A5 or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
The 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi A5 vs 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).