Volvo XC60 vs Audi Q5: which one to choose?
Volvo XC60 or Audi Q5? On price, Audi Q5 starts at €56,000 against €56,500 for Volvo XC60, a gap of €500. For boot space, Audi Q5 offers 550 L against 483 L. The right choice depends mostly on your budget, your use and the powertrain you want: here are the figures, then the profiles each one suits best.
The head-to-head in figures
| Volvo XC60 | Audi Q5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 483 L | 550 L |
| New powertrains | Mild hybrid 48 V, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid | Diesel, Plug-in hybrid |
| New price from | €56,500 | €56,000 |
| Lowest consumption | 1.4 L/100 km | 1.8 L/100 km |
| Electric range (max) | — | — |
| Used, 3 years old (est.) | €35,400 – €45,900 | €34,500 – €42,600 |
| Used, 5 years old (est.) | €27,500 – €35,600 | €26,800 – €33,100 |
Which one should you choose for your profile?
- Tight budget : Audi Q5 is €500 cheaper at entry level (€56,000 against €56,500).
- Family or luggage : Audi Q5 has the larger boot (550 L).
- Low fuel use : Volvo XC60 reaches 1.4 L/100 km at best, against 1.8 L/100 km.
- Choice of engines : Volvo XC60 offers the wider choice, with 3 powertrains.
This head-to-head relies on spec sheets and public prices, not a road test. The best choice depends on your budget, your use and your journeys.
Frequently asked questions
Volvo XC60 or Audi Q5: which is cheaper?
Audi Q5 is cheaper at entry level: €56,000 against €56,500 for Volvo XC60 (entry trim, public price list).
Which has the bigger boot, Volvo XC60 or Audi Q5?
Volvo XC60: 483 L. Audi Q5: 550 L.
Are Volvo XC60 and Audi Q5 available as electric or hybrid?
Volvo XC60: Mild hybrid 48 V, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid. Audi Q5: Diesel, Plug-in hybrid.
What are a used Volvo XC60 and Audi Q5 worth?
Compar'Car estimates a 2023 Volvo XC60 at €35,400 to €45,900 and a 2023 Audi Q5 at €34,500 to €42,600. These are estimates from a depreciation model, not market valuations.
Which one is made for you?
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