2025 Audi Q5 vs. 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid Review

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2025 Audi
Q5

MSRP*: $45,400 to $58,500
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2024 Volvo
XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $71,900 to $80,100
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MPG - City 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 64.1 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 362-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 455-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 362 hp 455 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 4,400 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.3 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Audi Q5 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, with comparable head- and legroom. The Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Audi Q5, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Audi Q5 is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q5 is much slimmer than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi Q5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Handling
The Audi Q5 has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Audi Q5. When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q5 has a lot less horsepower than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Audi Q5 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Utility
The Audi Q5 has less seating than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, making the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Audi Q5 has less cargo space than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.