2018 Volvo S90 vs. 2018 Audi A6
In comparing the 2018 Volvo S90's and the 2018 Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Volvo S90 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2018 Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Volvo S90's and the 2018 Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi A6 is a better car than the 2018 Volvo S90.
2018 Volvo S90 vs. 2018 Audi A6 Pricing
A used 2018 Volvo S90 ranges from $18,899 to $33,947 while a used 2018 Audi A6 is priced between $19,985 to $32,749.
2018 Volvo S90 vs. 2018 Audi A6 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Volvo S90 loses 59.6 percent of its value and the 2018 Audi A6 loses 58.2 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Audi A6 retains 1.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Volvo S90.
2018 Volvo S90 vs. 2018 Audi A6 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo S90 is 8.0 out of 10 while the Audi A6's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Volvo S90 being ranked 19 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Audi A6 being ranked 5 out of 29.
2018 Volvo S90 vs. 2018 Audi A6 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo S90 is 7.2 out of 10. For the Audi A6 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Audi A6 an advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo S90.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Volvo S90’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the 2018 Audi A6 base engine makes 252 horsepower. The S90 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 673 miles. This gives the 2018 Audi A6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Volvo S90. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the 2018 Volvo S90 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room and rear leg room. The 2018 Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room cargo space. The 2018 Volvo S90 and 2018 Audi A6 are comparable in regards to front shoulder room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Audi A6 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18899 - 33947
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.596498
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19985 - 32749
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
Volvo S90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.033333 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo S90 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Volvo S90 Trim Levels
T5 Momentum, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum
2018 Audi A6 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Sport, 2.0T Sport, 3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige, 3.0T quattro Sport
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):
Not yet available
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:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
252 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 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):
24 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
495 / 673 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3870 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
200.1 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3803 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
194.2 inches
Wheelbase:
114.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18