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Audi S3 vs Volvo S60 Cross Country

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

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2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country

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Overview

SpecAudi S3S3 SedanVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
Selected trimS3 SedanT5 Platinum
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission7-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262018

Pricing & market

SpecAudi S3S3 SedanVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
MSRP$52,000$44,350 (best)
Lowest listing price$36,150 (best)—
Median listing price$54,367 (best)—
Highest listing price$59,820 (best)—
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi S3S3 SedanVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG23 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG31 MPG (best)30 MPG
Fuel tank14.5 gal17.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi S3S3 SedanVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
Horsepower328 hp (best)240 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)258 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi S3S3 SedanVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume8.3 cu ft12 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—3,500 lbs (best)
Payload860 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,549 lbs (best)3,852 lbs
Ground clearance—7.9 in (best)
Wheelbase103.6 in109.2 in (best)
Length177.4 in182.6 in (best)
Width71.5 in74.8 in (best)
Height55.7 in60.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi S3S3 SedanVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
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 S3Volvo S60 Cross Country
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S3 Sedan

$52,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

T5 Platinum

$44,350 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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Audi S3 vs Volvo S60 Cross Country FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi S3 or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi S3 vs 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country 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 S3 or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country starts lower at $44,350. Live Audi S3 listings start at $36,150.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi S3 or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
The 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (44,350).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi S3 or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
The 2026 Audi S3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi S3 or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
The 2026 Audi S3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi S3 or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
The 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi S3 vs 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi S3 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).