Audi A4 vs. Volvo V90 Cross Country
When comparing the Audi A4's and the Volvo V90 Cross Country's specifications and ratings, the Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The Volvo V90 Cross Country has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A4's and the Volvo V90 Cross Country's specifications and ratings, the Audi A4 is a better car than the Volvo V90 Cross Country.
Audi A4 vs. Volvo V90 Cross Country Pricing
A used 2023 Audi A4 ranges from $37,496 to $49,845 while a used 2023 Volvo V90 Cross Country is priced between $55,968 to $68,137. For a new model, the Audi A4's price is between $44,639 and $54,492, with the Volvo V90 Cross Country priced between $61,029 and $74,479.
Audi A4 vs. Volvo V90 Cross Country Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value and the Volvo V90 Cross Country loses 52.1 percent of its value. This means the Volvo V90 Cross Country retains 0.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A4.
Audi A4 vs. Volvo V90 Cross Country Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A4 is 8.8 out of 10 while the Volvo V90 Cross Country's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Audi A4 being ranked 5 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Volvo V90 Cross Country being ranked 4 out of 12 Best Luxury Wagons.
Audi A4 vs. Volvo V90 Cross Country Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A4 is 8.7 out of 10. For the Volvo V90 Cross Country the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Audi A4 an advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo V90 Cross Country.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A4’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Volvo V90 Cross Country base engine makes 295 horsepower. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 505 miles. The V90 Cross Country is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 461 miles. This gives the Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volvo V90 Cross Country. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Volvo V90 Cross Country, a midsize car, 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
The Audi A4 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, both the Audi A4 and the Volvo V90 Cross Country have the same Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$44,639 - $54,492
Used Asking Price:
$37,496 - $49,845
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$61,029 - $74,479
Used Asking Price:
$55,968 - $68,137
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.1%
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo V90 Cross Country Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 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 / 36Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
31 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Volvo V90 Cross Country Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A4 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Prestige 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI, quattro S line Prestige 45 TFSI
Volvo V90 Cross Country Trim Levels
B6 Plus, B6 Ultimate
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 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:
295 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 2100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
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):
24 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 505 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):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 461 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
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
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
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
25.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
69 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
123.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3638 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4277 lbs
Width:
80.8 inches
Height:
60.5 inches
Length:
195.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 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:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/50R19
