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Audi A5 vs Volvo C70

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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2013 Volvo C70

Overview

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C70T5
Selected trimPremiumT5
Body styleHatchbackConvertible
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission7-speed automated manual5-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262013

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C70T5
MSRP$50,200$41,200 (best)
Lowest listing price$11,550 (best)
Median listing price$56,367 (best)
Highest listing price$63,088 (best)
For sale now54 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C70T5
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG22 MPG (best)19 MPG
Highway MPG32 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank14.8 gal15.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C70T5
Horsepower268 hp (best)227 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)236 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I5

Size & capability

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C70T5
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume36.6 cu ft (best)12.8 cu ft
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)
Payload992 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,090 lbs3,837 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase113.8 in (best)103.9 in
Length190.1 in (best)180.4 in
Width73.2 in (best)72.3 in
Height57 in (best)55.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A5PremiumVolvo C70T5
NHTSA overallNot RatedNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not RatedNot Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not RatedNot Rated
Side crash (driver)Not RatedNot Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not RatedNot Rated
Side poleNot RatedNot Rated
RolloverNot RatedNot 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 C70
1

Premium

$50,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

T5

$41,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$52,700 MSRP

3

Prestige

$56,700 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi A5 vs Volvo C70 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi A5 or 2013 Volvo C70?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi A5 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: 2026 Audi A5 or 2013 Volvo C70?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2013 Volvo C70 starts lower at $41,200. Live Audi A5 listings start at $11,550.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi A5 or 2013 Volvo C70?
The 2013 Volvo C70 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (41,200).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi A5 or 2013 Volvo C70?
The 2026 Audi A5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi A5 or 2013 Volvo C70?
The 2026 Audi A5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
Which has better seats: 2026 Audi A5 or 2013 Volvo C70?
The 2026 Audi A5 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi A5 or 2013 Volvo C70?
The 2013 Volvo C70 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi A5 vs 2013 Volvo C70?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Volvo C70 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).