2025 Audi SQ5 vs. 2025 Volvo XC40 Review

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2025 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $58,400 to $64,800
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2025 Volvo
XC40

MSRP*: $40,650 to $49,300
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MPG - City 19 MPG 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 57.5 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 362-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 - 362 hp 247 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 37.6 in
Rear 38.3 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 SQ5 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Volvo XC40. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Audi SQ5 and the Volvo XC40.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi SQ5 as you will with the Volvo XC40, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). The Audi SQ5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volvo XC40, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Audi SQ5 is about the same width as the Volvo XC40. If you go with the Audi SQ5, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volvo XC40.

Handling
The Audi SQ5 has a larger turning radius than the Volvo XC40, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Audi SQ5 is clearly the choice over the Volvo XC40 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Audi SQ5 greatly out-muscles the Volvo XC40.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Audi SQ5 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo XC40.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi SQ5 and the Volvo XC40. The Audi SQ5 has less cargo space than the Volvo XC40, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.