Comparing The Volvo S60 Vs. Audi A5 Sedan

The 2025 Volvo S60 vs. Audi A5 Sedan debate is a long-standing rivalry between two top-rate sedans. Both automakers pride themselves on their luxurious lineups at accessible price points, but the Volvo S60 takes the lead with its elegant cabin styling, bonus passenger space, enhanced safety features, and a lower starting MSRP.

If you're caught between the Volvo S60 or Audi A5 Sedan and need an unvarnished comparison to make your choice, Gunther Volvo Cars Daytona Beach has the specs, safety, design, and technology details you need most. We're confident the 2025 Volvo S60 will win your heart and a spot in your driveway!

Volvo S60 vs. Audi A5 Sedan Interior

Let's lead off our Audi A5 Sedan vs. Volvo S60 review by comparing interior amenities. After all, your sedan's cabin is where you'll spend morning commutes and long weekend getaways, so premium comfort is a must.

The Volvo S60 cabin is relaxed and handsome. Its Scandinavian-inspired design and panoramic roof give all three trim levels – Core, Plus, and Ultra – a thoughtful layout flooded with natural light. Iron Ore decor inlays add a contemporary twist, and available upgrades, such as high-level interior illumination, turn up the sophistication.

The new Audi A5 Sedan also comes in three trims: Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. Even though the Audi interior shares a minimalistic aesthetic with the Volvo S60, its lack of detailing makes the cabin feel less luxurious. Heated front seats in the base-model Audi trims are a nice touch, but the wood inlays don't add the same elegance as the Volvo sedan's Metal Mesh accents.

Volvo S60 vs. Audi A5 Sedan Performance and Safety

Suburban driving and city commuting just got sweeter with these Volvo S60 performance and safety specs. The 2025 Volvo sedan simplifies life with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and 48-volt hybrid battery combination that creates 247 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque in all three trims.

The Audi A5 has a slightly stronger engine, at 268 horsepower. However, the fuel economy of the A5 is significantly worse for 2025: Choose an all-wheel drive Volvo S60 for an EPA-estimated 25/34/28 MPG (City/Highway/Combined),¹ or an Audi 45 TFSI powertrain for an EPA-estimated 22/31/26 MPG (Combined).² However, where the Volvo S60 has a FWD configuration with 27/36/30 MPG (City/Highway/Combined),¹ the Audi A5 lost its TFSI 40 engine, which would have given similar MPG ratings. This makes the Volvo sedan significantly better if you want to save money on gas for FWD or AWD.

If you're concerned about sedan safety, Volvo engineers can calm any on-road worries with their unparalleled driver-assistance systems. The new Volvo S60 not only equips every trim with a Blind Spot Information System, Cross Traffic Alert, and Collision Mitigation, but it also gives you standard Slippery Road Alerts and Road Sign Information to elevate your confidence.

The Audi sedan comes with Audi connect® CARE assistance to help you make emergency calls, a Parking System Plus, and the automaker's signature Audi pre sense® basic collision system. These features are helpful, but they can't compare to the Volvo S60. Because of the high base MSRP of the Audi A5, the Volvo S60 gets earlier access to features like a Head-Up Display, making it your go-to option for high value and safety.

Audi A5 Sedan vs. Volvo S60 Technology

Ready to compare Volvo S60 vs. Audi A5 Sedan tech features? Both models have access to Google services to help you navigate and connect to media, but only the new Volvo S60 makes life easier with its less intimidating digital screens, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and 10-speaker premium sound system.

If a top-tier package is more your style, the Volvo S60 Ultra pumps up the volume by adding an air-ventilated subwoofer and a Harman Kardon® Premium Sound System to your cabin. The top-of-the-line Ultra trim also features an auto-adapting Head-Up Display and four-zone climate control for maximum relaxation and comfort.

Choosing the top-spec Audi A5 Sedan Prestige trim adds matrix design LED headlights, OLED taillights, and heated rear seats. For its significantly higher MSRP, the A5 does have slight upsides on its Prestige trim. However, the differences between the Audi A5 Premium Plus and Volvo S60 Plus trim are very competitive, with the high-level interior illumination, cabin pre-cleaning, and 360-Degree Camera features outpacing the A5 mid-level lineup.

Audi A5 Sedan vs. Volvo S60 Dimensions

It's time to close out this luxury sedan debate with a look at dimensions, so let's compare Audi A5 Sedan and Volvo S60 exterior measurements and cabin space to make sure you choose the model your family needs most. On the outside, the Volvo S60 vs. Audi A5 Sedan have near-identical lengths – the Volvo sedan is 188.1 inches long, while the Audi model measures 190.1 inches – but choosing a Volvo trim will give you an extra inch of front legroom to accommodate tall adults and the same rear headroom for passengers.

Sign a Volvo S60 lease, and you'll also gain a bit more overall width without mirrors and similar height, making a less claustrophobic experience with the Volvo sedan. Lastly, the Volvo S60 has a smaller 37.1-foot turning radius than the Audi sedan's 39.7-foot turning ability, so any U-turns or three-pointers will be much easier in any Volvo trim.

Test-Drive the 2025 Volvo S60 Today

By now, the Volvo S60 vs. Audi A5 Sedan debate is likely settled in your mind, and you're ready to test-drive your favorite Volvo S60 trim. Stop by our dealership to pick up your test-drive keys, hit the open road, and see how the superior styling, safety features, and cabin size of the Volvo S60 can elevate every trip you take. While you're here, you can even explore the new Volvo S90, another luxury sedan that offers even more engine power and extra cabin technology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Audi model is comparable to the Volvo S60?

The Audi A5 sedan is most frequently compared to the Volvo S60 due to their similar powertrains and gas mileage specs, but the Audi option falls short of the Volvo car's cabin comforts and amenities. If you're looking for a premium sedan with luxury features at an accessible price, your best bet is a Volvo S60 trim. Find yours at Gunther Volvo Cars Daytona Beach today.

Is a Volvo vehicle safer than an Audi model?

Volvo vehicles are well-known as some of the safest models available – the Volvo S60, for instance, comes with:

• Lane Keeping Aid
• Intelligent Driver Information System
• Oncoming Lane Mitigation
• BLIS™ and Cross Traffic Alert
• Collision Mitigation
• Rear Park Assist with Camera
• Road Sign Information System
• Slippery Road Alert
• Rain Sensor

Audi vehicles often come with a signature Audi pre sense® system, but their safety features can't compare overall.

Which is cheaper to maintain: a Volvo model or an Audi model?

According to RepairPal.com, the 2025 Volvo S60 has a reliability score of 3.5 out of 5,³ an average annual repair cost of $750,³ and an 11th-place ranking out of 31 in the luxury car segment.³ There is currently not enough information to provide for the Audi,⁴ but we can say that $750 is right on par for annual luxury vehicle maintenance costs.³

¹ EPA estimated range is 27 MPG city/36 MPG highway/30 MPG combined (B5 FWD) and 25 MPG city/34 MPG highway/28 MPG combined (B5 AWD). Your actual range will vary for many reasons, including but not limited to, driving conditions, how and where you drive, how you maintain your vehicle, battery-package/condition, and other factors. See https://www.fueleconomy.gov/.

²22 city/31 highway/26 combined city/hwy MPG (2025 Audi A5 Sedan with 45 TFSI engine). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors including your driving habits and vehicle condition.

³Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For details regarding this rating, visit: https://repairpal.com/cars/volvo/s60/2025

⁴Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For details regarding this rating, visit: https://repairpal.com/audi/a5-Sedan