Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4
When comparing the Volvo S60's and the Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, interior volume and base engine power. The Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Volvo S60 and Audi A4 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Volvo S60's and the Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 Pricing
For a new model, the Volvo S60's price is between $43,537 and $52,190, with the Audi A4 priced between $44,893 and $54,403.
Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volvo S60 loses 57 percent of its value and the Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value. This means the Audi A4 retains 4.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo S60.
Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo S60 is 8.5 out of 10 while the Audi A4's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Volvo S60 being ranked 4 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Audi A4 being ranked 3 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Volvo S60 is ranked 4 and the Audi A4 is ranked 3.
Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo S60 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Audi A4 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Audi A4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo S60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo S60’s base engine makes 247 horsepower, and the Audi A4 base engine makes 201 horsepower. Both the S60 and the A4 are rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 557 and 536 miles respectively. 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 A4 has the advantage in the areas of rear head room, rear leg room and cargo space. The Volvo S60 and Audi A4 are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Volvo S60 and the Audi A4 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
43537 - 52190
Used Asking Price:
42885 - 50849
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.570212
Pricing
New Asking Price:
44893 - 54403
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.477283 / 10
Reliability:
8.63185 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo S60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo S60 Trim Levels
B5 Core Dark Theme, B5 Plus Black Edition, B5 Plus Dark Theme, B5 Ultimate Dark Theme
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
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:
247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
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
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
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):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
398 / 536 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
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
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
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17