2020 Volvo XC90 vs. 2020 Audi Q7
In comparing the 2020 Volvo XC90's and the 2020 Audi Q7's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Volvo XC90's and the 2020 Audi Q7's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Volvo XC90 is a better car than the 2020 Audi Q7.
2020 Volvo XC90 vs. 2020 Audi Q7 Pricing
A used 2020 Volvo XC90 ranges from $34,312 to $47,435 while a used 2020 Audi Q7 is priced between $34,633 to $53,597.
2020 Volvo XC90 vs. 2020 Audi Q7 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Volvo XC90 loses 48.9 percent of its value and the 2020 Audi Q7 loses 53.1 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Volvo XC90 retains 4.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Audi Q7.
2020 Volvo XC90 vs. 2020 Audi Q7 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo XC90 is 8.8 out of 10 while the Audi Q7's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Volvo XC90 being ranked 3 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the Audi Q7 being ranked 10 out of 67. Out of 24 Best Luxury 7-Seater SUVs, the Volvo XC90 is ranked 3 and the Audi Q7 is ranked 7. The Volvo XC90 is also ranked 4 out of 32 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows while the Audi Q7 is ranked 8 out of 32.
2020 Volvo XC90 vs. 2020 Audi Q7 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo XC90 is 8.5 out of 10. For the Audi Q7 the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Volvo XC90 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi Q7.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Volvo XC90’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the 2020 Audi Q7 base engine makes 248 horsepower. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 564 miles. The Q7 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 455 miles. This gives the 2020 Volvo XC90 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Audi Q7. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Volvo XC90 and the 2020 Audi Q7 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$34,312 - $47,435
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.9%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$34,633 - $53,597
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.1%
Volvo XC90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi Q7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo XC90 Rankings
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46 out of / 67Audi Q7 Rankings
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55 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Volvo XC90 Trim Levels
T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design, T6 Inscription 6-Passenger, T6 Inscription 7-Passenger, T6 Momentum 6-Passenger, T6 Momentum 7-Passenger, T6 R-Design
2020 Audi Q7 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium 55 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 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):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
21 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
395 / 564 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 23 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
376 / 455 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:
Available
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:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
15.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
69.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4375 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4784 lbs
Width:
87.1 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
199.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R19
