Audi RS5 Sportback vs Volvo C40 Recharge
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
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2024 Volvo C40 Recharge
Overview
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | RS 5 Hatchback | Single Motor Core |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2025 | 2024 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79,900 | $53,600 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 107 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 297 mi (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 8 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 444 hp (best) | 248 hp |
| Torque | 442 lb-ft (best) | 310 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.9 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V6 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 21.8 cu ft | 49 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,014 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,079 lbs (best) | 4,497 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111.3 in (best) | 106.4 in |
| Length | 188.3 in (best) | 174.8 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 73.7 in (best) |
| Height | 55.1 in | 62.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Audi RS5 Sportback | Volvo C40 Recharge |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | RS 5 Hatchback $79,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Single Motor Core $53,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Twin Motor Core $55,350 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 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 |