Audi S4 vs. Volvo S60
When comparing the Audi S4 to the Volvo S60, the Audi S4 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi S4 versus the Volvo S60, the Volvo S60 is a better car than the Audi S4.
Audi S4 versus Volvo S60 Pricing
For a new model, the Audi S4's price is between $60,065 and $69,041, with the Volvo S60 priced between $43,699 and $53,333.
Audi S4 versus Volvo S60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S4 is 8.3 out of 10 while the Volvo S60's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi S4 being ranked 11 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 S4’s base engine makes 349 horsepower, and the Volvo S60 base engine makes 247 horsepower. The S4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 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 head room, front shoulder room and front leg room. The Audi S4 has the advantage in the areas of rear head room, rear leg room and trunk space. The Audi S4 and Volvo S60 are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volvo S60 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$60,065 - $69,041
Used Asking Price:
$51,417 - $66,057
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$43,699 - $53,333
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
57%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars
Ranking
6 out of / 39Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
11 out of / 39Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
23 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
3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
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):
Not yet available
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:
349 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 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:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 459 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:
37.3 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
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 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:
3847 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
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:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18