2020 Volvo S60 vs. 2020 Audi A3
When we compare the 2020 Volvo S60's and the 2020 Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The 2020 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Volvo S60's and the 2020 Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Audi A3 is a better car than the 2020 Volvo S60.
2020 Volvo S60 vs. 2020 Audi A3 Pricing
A used 2020 Volvo S60 ranges from $24,419 to $34,896 while a used 2020 Audi A3 is priced between $22,669 to $31,930.
2020 Volvo S60 vs. 2020 Audi A3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Volvo S60 loses 57 percent of its value and the 2020 Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Audi A3 retains 8.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Volvo S60.
2020 Volvo S60 vs. 2020 Audi A3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo S60 is 8.5 out of 10 while the Audi A3's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Volvo S60 being ranked 4 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Audi A3 being ranked 8 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Volvo S60 is ranked 4 and the Audi A3 is ranked 8.
2020 Volvo S60 vs. 2020 Audi A3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo S60 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Audi A3 the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Volvo S60 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Volvo S60’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the 2020 Audi A3 base engine makes 184 horsepower. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles.This gives the 2020 Audi A3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Volvo S60 the advantage in maximum range. The S60 uses premium unleaded, and the A3 uses regular 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, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Volvo S60 and the 2020 Audi A3 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24419 - 34896
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.570212
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22669 - 31930
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.487828
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.477283 / 10
Reliability:
8.63185 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.719707 / 10
Reliability:
7.959123 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 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 A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
35 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Volvo S60 Trim Levels
T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design
2020 Audi A3 Trim Levels
Premium 40 TFSI, Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI
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:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 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):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 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):
27 / 36 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
12.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3197 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
175.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18