Audi A5 Sportback vs. Volvo S60
In comparing the Audi A5 Sportback to the Volvo S60, The Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A5 Sportback versus the Volvo S60, the Volvo S60 is a better car than the Audi A5 Sportback.
Audi A5 Sportback versus Volvo S60 Pricing
For a new model, the Audi A5 Sportback's price is between $48,789 and $61,259, with the Volvo S60 priced between $43,699 and $53,333.
Audi A5 Sportback versus Volvo S60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A5 Sportback is 7.8 out of 10 while the Volvo S60's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi A5 Sportback being ranked 18 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Volvo S60 being ranked 6 out of 39.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A5 Sportback’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Volvo S60 base engine makes 247 horsepower. The A5 Sportback is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 505 miles. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 557 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Volvo S60 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Audi A5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of front head room trunk space. The Audi A5 Sportback and Volvo S60 are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi A5 Sportback and the Volvo S60 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$48,789 - $61,259
Used Asking Price:
$48,191 - $61,185
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$43,699 - $53,333
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
57%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
6.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
18 out of / 39Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars
Ranking
20 out of / 39Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
25 out of / 39iSeeCars Rankings
Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars
Ranking
3 out of / 39Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 39Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
39 out of / 39Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
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
Trim Levels
B5 Core Black Edition, B5 Core Dark Theme, B5 Plus Black Edition, B5 Plus Dark Theme, B5 Ultimate Black Edition, B5 Ultimate Bright Theme, B5 Ultimate Dark Theme
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:
201 hp @ 4475 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
413 / 557 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:
Standard
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:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
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:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
21.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 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:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3726 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.6 inches
Length:
187.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3777 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
188.1 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
