Audi S5 Sportback vs Volvo C40 Recharge
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge
Overview
| Spec | Audi S5 SportbackPremium | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | Single Motor Core |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2025 | 2024 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S5 SportbackPremium | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $57,900 | $53,600 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S5 SportbackPremium | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 29 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 S5 SportbackPremium | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 349 hp (best) | 248 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft (best) | 310 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V6 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S5 SportbackPremium | 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 | 1,058 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,924 lbs (best) | 4,497 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in (best) | 106.4 in |
| Length | 187.2 in (best) | 174.8 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 73.7 in (best) |
| Height | 54.6 in | 62.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S5 SportbackPremium | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 S5 Sportback | Volvo C40 Recharge |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $57,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Single Motor Core $53,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium $62,700 MSRP | Twin Motor Core $55,350 MSRP |
| 3 | Premium Plus $61,800 MSRP | Single Motor Plus $55,400 MSRP |
| 4 | Premium Plus $66,500 MSRP | Twin Motor Plus $57,150 MSRP |
| 5 | Prestige $64,500 MSRP | Single Motor Ultimate $58,800 MSRP |
| 6 | Prestige $70,250 MSRP | Twin Motor Ultimate $60,550 MSRP |