2025 Audi RS 5 vs 2025 Volvo S90

$79,900 · Hatchback

$58,300 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

Deciding between raw performance and refined value is a classic automotive hurdle, and the 2025 Audi RS 5 versus the 2025 Volvo S90 perfectly illustrates this trade-off. If straight-line speed matters most, the RS 5 delivers a significant punch with 444 horsepower, utterly dwarfing the S90’s 295 hp. However, this performance comes at a cost: the Audi demands a $79,900 MSRP, a substantial $21,600 premium over the S90’s $58,300 starting price. Furthermore, daily usability tilts toward the Volvo, which achieves a combined 26 MPG compared to the Audi’s 20 MPG, saving money at the pump since the S90 only recommends premium fuel while the RS 5 requires it. While the RS 5 offers 21.8 cu ft of cargo space in its hatchback form, the S90’s longer 200.4-inch frame prioritizes rear legroom over cargo volume at 13.5 cu ft, showing two different approaches to luxury motoring.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is the better commuter due to its superior fuel efficiency, delivering 26 combined MPG versus the Audi's 20 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi RS 5

Despite the higher price, the RS 5 offers more practical utility for families thanks to its 21.8 cu ft of cargo space compared to the S90's 13.5 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi RS 5

The Audi RS 5 is the clear winner for performance enthusiasts, boasting 444 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volvo S90

The S90 offers exceptional luxury for its $58,300 MSRP, saving buyers $21,600 compared to the RS 5.

Choose the Audi RS 5 if...

You absolutely require high output, appreciating the RS 5's 444 horsepower when pushing hard.
You prefer the flexibility and easier loading offered by the RS 5's 21.8 cu ft hatchback cargo area.
You don't mind the extra cost and refueling stops associated with its lower 20 combined MPG rating.

Choose the Volvo S90 if...

Budget is a primary concern, as the S90 saves you $21,600 off the sticker price ($58,300 vs $79,900).
You prioritize better fuel economy, as the S90 achieves 31 highway MPG versus the RS 5’s 25 highway MPG.
You need the extra overall length (200.4 inches) for potentially more comfortable rear seating on long journeys.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi RS 5	Volvo S90
Length	188.3"	200.4"
Width	73.5"	74.0"
Height	55.1"	57.2"
Wheelbase	111.3"	120.5"

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 Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	2.9 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	444 hp @ 6700 rpm	295 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque	442 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	310 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm
Number of Valves	24	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	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	18/25 MPG	23/31 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	20 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	275.4/382.5 mi.	365.7/492.9 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	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
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	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	—	✓
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	9.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	755W	220W
Speaker System	19	10
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Front Head Room	37.8 in.	37.8 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	42.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.7 in.	57.5 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Massage Function	✓	—
Front Hip Room	—	56.4 in.
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Rear Head Room	37.0 in.	37.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.1 in.	40.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	55.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	54.9 in.
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Volvo
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 9.0 in	19 x 8.5 in
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	265/35R19	255/40R19
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

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 RS 5 and 2025 Volvo S90.

Is the 2025 Audi RS 5 significantly faster than the 2025 Volvo S90?

Yes, the performance gap is vast; the RS 5 produces 444 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque, while the S90 offers 295 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. This difference means the RS 5 has a clear advantage in acceleration capabilities.

How much more does it cost to run the Audi RS 5 daily compared to the Volvo S90?

The RS 5 costs more to run due to its lower efficiency (20 combined MPG) and required use of premium fuel. The S90 offers better fuel economy at 26 combined MPG, and its premium fuel is only recommended, not required.

Which vehicle is more practical for hauling cargo?

The Audi RS 5, being a hatchback, wins easily on raw capacity with 21.8 cu ft of cargo volume. The Volvo S90 sedan configuration is substantially smaller, offering only 13.5 cu ft in the trunk.

How large are these two vehicles in physical size?

The Volvo S90 is noticeably longer, measuring 200.4 inches from bumper to bumper, making it over two inches longer than the 188.3-inch Audi RS 5. Both offer standard All-Wheel Drive.

Are the transmissions different between the two cars?

No, both the 2025 Audi RS 5 and the 2025 Volvo S90 utilize an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission setup. This ensures smooth, yet responsive, power delivery in both AWD vehicles.

What is the primary reason to choose the RS 5 despite the $21,600 price hike?

The primary motivation for the RS 5 is uncompromising performance engineering. If having nearly 150 more horsepower matters more to you than maximizing budget savings, the RS 5 delivers that top-tier performance experience.