2016 Volvo S60 vs. 2016 Audi A4
When we compare the 2016 Volvo S60's and the 2016 Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The 2016 Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Volvo S60's and the 2016 Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Volvo S60 is a better car than the 2016 Audi A4.
2016 Volvo S60 vs. 2016 Audi A4 Pricing
A used 2016 Volvo S60 ranges from $11,987 to $21,735 while a used 2016 Audi A4 is priced between $11,992 to $22,979.
2016 Volvo S60 vs. 2016 Audi A4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 Volvo S60 loses 57 percent of its value and the 2016 Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value. This means the 2016 Audi A4 retains 4.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 Volvo S60.
2016 Volvo S60 vs. 2016 Audi A4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo S60 is 8.5 out of 10 while the Audi A4's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Volvo S60 being ranked 4 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Audi A4 being ranked 3 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Volvo S60 is ranked 4 and the Audi A4 is ranked 3.
2016 Volvo S60 vs. 2016 Audi A4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo S60 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Audi A4 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Audi A4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo S60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2016 Volvo S60’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2016 Audi A4 base engine makes 220 horsepower. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 676 miles. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. This gives the 2016 Volvo S60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2016 Audi A4. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2016 Volvo S60 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2016 Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2016 Volvo S60 and the 2016 Audi A4 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11987 - 21735
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.570212
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11992 - 22979
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.477283 / 10
Reliability:
8.63185 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo S60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2016 Volvo S60 Trim Levels
T5, T5 Drive-E, T5 Drive-E Inscription, T5 Drive-E Inscription Platinum, T5 Drive-E Premier, T5 Drive-E R-Design SE, T5 Inscription, T5 Inscription Platinum, T5 Premier, T6 Drive-E, T6 Drive-E Platinum, T6 Drive-E R-Design, T6 Drive-E R-Design Platinum, T6 Polestar, T6 R-Design, T6 R-Design Platinum
2016 Audi A4 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 4450 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 38 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
463 / 676 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
386 / 499 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3433 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
182.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3583 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
185.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R17