2025 Audi A5 vs 2025 Volvo S60

$48,400 · Hatchback

$42,600 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the 2025 Audi A5 and the 2025 Volvo S60 often comes down to prioritizing space and performance versus immediate cost savings and efficiency. The A5 starts significantly higher at an MSRP of $48,400 compared to the S60's $42,600, representing a $5,800 initial difference. However, the Audi compensates with raw power, boasting 261 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque, slightly outpacing the S60's 247 hp and 258 lb-ft. Crucially for daily driving, the S60 offers superior fuel economy, achieving a combined 30 MPG versus the A5’s 26 MPG, which will save money over time. Furthermore, the A5’s hatchback design provides nearly double the utility with 21.8 cu ft of cargo space, leaving the S60 sedan at only 11.6 cu ft. This comparison pits accessible premium against practical versatility.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wins for commuters due to its better combined fuel economy of 30 MPG compared to the Audi A5's 26 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi A5

The Audi A5's hatchback body style offers substantially more cargo room at 21.8 cu ft, making it far more accommodating for family needs than the S60's 11.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi A5

The 2025 Audi A5 appeals more to driving enthusiasts with its higher output of 261 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque, slightly eclipsing the S60's figures.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 provides better overall value by starting $5,800 lower in MSRP while simultaneously delivering 4 more MPG combined.

Choose the Audi A5 if...

You prioritize usable storage space and need the larger 21.8 cu ft hatchback cargo capacity.
You want the slight edge in performance metrics, benefiting from 261 hp and standard all-wheel drive.
You prefer the responsiveness of a 7-speed automated manual transmission over a traditional automatic.

Choose the Volvo S60 if...

Saving money upfront is key, as the S60 has a $5,800 lower starting MSRP of $42,600.
Maximizing fuel efficiency is a top priority, given the S60’s superior 30 MPG combined rating.
You prefer front-wheel drive geometry and the slightly taller overall height of 56.6 inches for easier entry/exit.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi A5	Volvo S60
Length	187.2"	188.1"
Width	72.6"	72.8"
Height	54.6"	56.6"
Wheelbase	111.2"	113.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	261 hp @ 6300 rpm	247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque	273 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Transmission Type	7-speed automated manual	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	23/32 MPG	27/36 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	26 MPG	30 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.9/489.6 mi.	429.3/572.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.3 gal.	15.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	180W	220W
Speaker System	10	10
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Memory Card Slot	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	Volvo
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Front Head Room	37.8 in.	37.4 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	42.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.7 in.	56.1 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Front Hip Room	—	55.3 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Rear Head Room	37.0 in.	37.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.1 in.	35.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	54.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	53.4 in.
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	245/40R H	235/45R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	18 x 8.0 in

Suspension

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi A5 and 2025 Volvo S60.

How does the A5's AWD compare to the S60's FWD for bad weather?

The 2025 Audi A5 comes standard with all-wheel drive, offering superior traction management in snow or slippery conditions. The Volvo S60 uses front-wheel drive, which is adequate for most climates but generally less capable than Audi's system when grip is severely limited.

Is the extra cost of the Audi A5 justified by its extra horsepower?

The Audi A5 costs $5,800 more but provides 14 more horsepower (261 hp vs. 247 hp) and more torque (273 lb-ft vs. 258 lb-ft). If you value immediate acceleration, this extra cost might be worth it, but otherwise, the S60's better MPG offers savings.

Which vehicle is easier to park given their exterior dimensions?

Both vehicles are very close in size, with the Audi A5 being slightly shorter in length at 187.2 inches versus the S60's 188.1 inches. The difference is negligible, so maneuverability will likely depend more on driver comfort with the transmission types (7-speed automated manual vs. 8-speed automatic).

How much more practical is the Audi A5's cargo area?

The Audi A5's hatchback design is significantly more practical, offering 21.8 cu ft of cargo capacity. This is nearly double the 11.6 cu ft available in the trunk of the Volvo S60 sedan.

Do both cars require premium fuel?

Yes, both the 2025 Audi A5 and the 2025 Volvo S60 recommend premium unleaded fuel for optimal performance.

Which car will cost less to run annually based on fuel consumption?

The Volvo S60 is projected to cost less to run, achieving 30 MPG combined compared to the A5's 26 MPG combined. This 4 MPG difference adds up over a year of driving.