Audi A6 vs Volvo S80
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Volvo S80
Overview
| Spec | Audi A6Premium | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | T5 Drive-E |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 2026 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A6Premium | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $64,100 | $43,450 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $14,990 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $23,396 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $24,999 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 4 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A6Premium | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 37 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A6Premium | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 362 hp (best) | 240 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A6Premium | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft | 14.9 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,900 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,310 lbs | 3,719 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 115.1 in (best) | 111.6 in |
| Length | 196.8 in (best) | 191.1 in |
| Width | 73.8 in (best) | 73.3 in |
| Height | 57.4 in | 58.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A6Premium | Volvo S80T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
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 A6 | Volvo S80 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $64,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 Drive-E $43,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $67,500 MSRP | T5 Drive-E Platinum $48,375 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $71,400 MSRP | — |
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Audi A6 vs Volvo S80 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi A6 or 2016 Volvo S80?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi A6 vs 2016 Volvo S80 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 A6 or 2016 Volvo S80?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Volvo S80 starts lower at $43,450. Live Audi A6 listings start at $14,990.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi A6 or 2016 Volvo S80?
- The 2016 Volvo S80 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,450).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi A6 or 2016 Volvo S80?
- The 2016 Volvo S80 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi A6 or 2016 Volvo S80?
- The 2026 Audi A6 leads on horsepower in this comparison (362).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi A6 or 2016 Volvo S80?
- The 2016 Volvo S80 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,900).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi A6 vs 2016 Volvo S80?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A6 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).