2020 Audi A4 vs. 2020 Volvo S60
In comparing the 2020 Audi A4's and the 2020 Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2020 Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Audi A4's and the 2020 Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Audi A4 is a better car than the 2020 Volvo S60.
2020 Audi A4 vs. 2020 Volvo S60 Pricing
A used 2020 Audi A4 ranges from $25,044 to $34,995 while a used 2020 Volvo S60 is priced between $24,482 to $34,900.
2020 Audi A4 vs. 2020 Volvo S60 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value and the 2020 Volvo S60 loses 57 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Audi A4 retains 4.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Volvo S60.
2020 Audi A4 vs. 2020 Volvo S60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A4 is 8.8 out of 10 while the Volvo S60's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi A4 being ranked 5 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Volvo S60 being ranked 10 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Audi A4 is ranked 5 and the Volvo S60 is ranked 10.
2020 Audi A4 vs. 2020 Volvo S60 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A4 is 8.7 out of 10. For the Volvo S60 the reliability rating is 8.6 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 2020 Audi A4’s base engine makes 188 horsepower, and the 2020 Volvo S60 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 536 miles. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. This gives the 2020 Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Volvo S60. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2020 Volvo S60 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room. The 2020 Audi A4 and 2020 Volvo S60 are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Audi A4 and the 2020 Volvo S60 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$25,044 - $34,995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$24,482 - $34,900
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
57%
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 32Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
30 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Volvo S60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Ranking
35 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2020 Audi A4 Trim Levels
Premium 40 TFSI, Premium Plus 40 TFSI, Prestige 40 TFSI, quattro Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Prestige 45 TFSI
2020 Volvo S60 Trim Levels
T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design
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:
188 hp @ 4200 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 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):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
413 / 536 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):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3417 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3935 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
