2024 Audi A3 vs. 2024 Volvo S60 Review

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2024 Audi
A3

MSRP*: $35,800 to $37,800
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2024 Volvo
S60

MSRP*: $42,450 to $50,300
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MPG - City 27 - 29 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 37 MPG 33 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 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, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 247 hp
Exterior Length 176.9 in 188.1 in
Exterior Width 71.5 in 75.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 35.2 in
Head Room Front 36.8 in
Rear 36.6 in
Front 37.4 in
Rear 37.2 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 A3 offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Volvo S60 with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. The Volvo S60 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Audi A3.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi A3 as you will with the Volvo S60, as they get the same number of miles per 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). Based on MSRP, the Audi A3 is clearly a better financial choice over the Volvo S60.

Dimensions
Since the Audi A3 is much slimmer than the Volvo S60, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi A3, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volvo S60.

Handling
The Audi A3 has about the same turning radius as the Volvo S60, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Audi A3 has less horsepower than the Volvo S60, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Audi A3 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volvo S60.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A3 and the Volvo S60.