Audi A5 vs. Volvo S90
In comparing the Audi A5 to the Volvo S90, the Audi A5 has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing The Volvo S90 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Audi A5 and Volvo S90 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Audi A5 versus the Volvo S90, the Volvo S90 is a better car than the Audi A5.
Audi A5 versus Volvo S90 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Audi A5 ranges from $39,937 to $52,940 while a used Volvo S90 from the same model year range is priced between $25,965 to $47,139. For a new model, the Audi A5's price is between $54,360 and $66,233, with the Volvo S90 priced between $58,782 and $69,787.
Audi A5 versus Volvo S90 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A5 is 7.8 out of 10 while the Volvo S90's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Audi A5 being ranked 6 out of 27 Best Luxury Convertibles and the Volvo S90 being ranked 8 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A5’s base engine makes 261 horsepower, and the Volvo S90 base engine makes 295 horsepower. Both the A5 and the S90 are rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 474 and 509 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Volvo S90, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Audi A5, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Volvo S90 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$54,360 - $66,233
Used Asking Price:
$39,937 - $52,940
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$58,782 - $69,787
Used Asking Price:
$25,965 - $47,139
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
59.6%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 27Ranking
6 out of / 27iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
quattro Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Prestige 45 TFSI
Trim Levels
B6 Ultimate, B6 Plus
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
261 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 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 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 474 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):
23 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 509 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.9 inches
Cargo Space:
9.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.0 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:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3990 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.5 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4296 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
200.4 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
255/40R19