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Audi Q5 Sportback vs Volvo EX40

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

Vehicles

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2026 Audi Q5 Sportback

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2026 Volvo EX40

Overview

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumVolvo EX40Single Motor Plus
Selected trimPremiumSingle Motor Plus
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)electric
Transmission7-speed automated manual1-speed direct drive
Engine typegaselectric
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumVolvo EX40Single Motor Plus
MSRP$55,100 (best)$55,150
Lowest listing price$31,097 (best)$40,899
Median listing price$60,423$40,899 (best)
Highest listing price$70,118$40,899 (best)
For sale now11 (best)1

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumVolvo EX40Single Motor Plus
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG30 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe106 MPGe (best)
Electric range296 mi (best)
Battery capacity82 kWh (best)
240V charge time8 hr (best)
Fuel tank17.2 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumVolvo EX40Single Motor Plus
Horsepower268 hp (best)248 hp
Torque295 lb-ft310 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L (best)
CylindersI4

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumVolvo EX40Single Motor Plus
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume53.1 cu ft (best)49.4 cu ft
Towing capacity4,400 lbs (best)2,000 lbs
Payload1,036 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,277 lbs (best)4,407 lbs
Ground clearance7.1 in (best)
Wheelbase110.9 in (best)106.4 in
Length185.7 in (best)174.8 in
Width74.8 in (best)73.7 in
Height65.5 in (best)65 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumVolvo EX40Single Motor Plus
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 reported (best)1

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 Q5 SportbackVolvo EX40
1

Premium

$55,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Single Motor Plus

$55,150 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$57,800 MSRP

Twin Motor Plus

$56,900 MSRP

3

Prestige

$62,800 MSRP

Twin Motor Ultra Black Edition

$60,850 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi Q5 Sportback vs Volvo EX40 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Volvo EX40?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2026 Volvo EX40 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 Q5 Sportback or 2026 Volvo EX40?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback starts lower at $55,100. Live Audi Q5 Sportback listings start at $31,097. Live Volvo EX40 listings start at $40,899.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Volvo EX40?
The 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (55,100).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Volvo EX40?
The 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Volvo EX40?
The 2026 Volvo EX40 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (296).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Volvo EX40?
The 2026 Volvo EX40 leads on horsepower in this comparison (402).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Volvo EX40?
The 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,400).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2026 Volvo EX40?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 Sportback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).