2024 Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 Comparison | Moline, IL
Refined style and luxurious accommodations set the 2024 Volvo S60 and 2024 Audi A4 sedans apart. A key difference between these two sedans is that the S60 offers a plug-in hybrid engine option, while the A4 only offers gas-powered engines. Learn more about the similarities and differences between these two sedans by reading this 2024 Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 comparison crafted by the McLaughlin Volvo Cars team.
If the S60 has struck your fancy, be sure to head over to our review of this classic Volvo sedan. Ready to schedule a test drive? First, select your ideal model from our online inventory, pair it with an attractive lease offer, and then use our online form to make an appointment for a test drive. Have questions? Give us a call at (309) 490-8208 or message us online. Our Moline, IL, dealership is proud to serve the communities of Bettendorf and Davenport, IA.
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2024 Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 Exterior Styling
Embrace an understated yet sophisticated aesthetic when you choose a 2024 Volvo S60 or 2024 Audi A4. Both sedans are roughly the same size, with the S60 being about 2.7 inches wider than the A4. No matter which sedan you select, you can choose between 18- or 19-inch wheels. Other available 2024 Volvo S60 exterior features include:
- Door handles with ground lighting
- Fog lights
- Power-retractable door mirrors with auto-dimming function
- Rain sensor
2024 Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 Interior Amenities and Tech
Settle into comfortable accommodations no matter whether you choose a 2024 Volvo S60 or Audi A4. Winters are made more bearable with the heated front seats on both models. Add a soothing glow to your drive with high-level illumination on the S60 or LED interior lighting on the A4. Stay aware of your vehicle’s alerts with the 12-inch instrument panel on the S60 or 12.3-inch virtual cockpit plus on the A4. Play your favorite music through the available 14-speaker Harman Kardon® premium sound system on the S60 or 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen® sound system with 3D sound on the A4. Other available 2024 Volvo S60 interior and infotainment features include:
Interior:
- Power-adjustable front seats with memory settings and four-way lumbar support
- Power cushion extension for the driver’s seat
- Four-zone climate control
- Power-folding outer rear head restraints
- One-touch fold rear seatbacks
- Power sliding panoramic roof with sunshade
Infotainment:
- 9-in. infotainment display
- Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™
- Bluetooth®
- Google built in (Google Assistant, Google Maps, and Google Play store)
- 12-in. instrument panel
2024 Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 Performance & Handling
Take on your commute in either the 2024 Volvo S60 or Audi A4. While both offer 2.0L four-cylinder engines, their engines produce very different outputs. By far the most powerful engine is the T8 plug-in hybrid engine available for the S60. Both S60 engines come with an eight-speed Geartronic™ automatic transmission, while the A4 engines are equipped with a seven-speed S tronic® dual-clutch automatic transmission. View additional 2024 Volvo S60 and Audi A4 engine specs in the accompanying tables.
2024 Volvo S60
| Engine | B5 mild hybrid 2.0L four-cylinder | T8 plug-in hybrid 2.0L four-cylinder |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 247 HP | 455 HP |
| Torque | 258 lb.-ft. | 523 lb.-ft. |
| MPG(e) | 26 city / 35 hwy | 74 combined |
| Drivetrain | FWD or AWD | eAWD |
2024 Audi A4
| Engine | 40 TFSI® 2.0L four-cylinder | 45 TFSI 2.0L four-cylinder |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 236 lb.-ft. | 273 lb.-ft. |
| MPG | 26 city / 35 hwy | 24 city / 32 hwy |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
2024 Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 Driver Assistance Features
There are a host of driver assistance features offered with the 2024 Volvo S60 and Audi A4. While both sedans come with adaptive cruise control, the A4 offers a traffic jam assist system with it to reduce your stress while stuck in traffic. Keep your eyes on the road with the important vehicle information projected on the windshield through the head-up displays available on both sedans. Other available 2024 Volvo S60 driver assist features include:
- 360-degree camera
- Pilot assist
- Front, rear, and side park assist
- Power child safety locks
- BLIS® (blind spot information system) and cross traffic alert
- Lane keeping aid
- Oncoming lane mitigation
- Rear park assist camera
- Road sign information
- Slippery road alert
- Intelligent driver information system
2024 Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 Colors
2024 Volvo S60
- Onyx Black
- Denim Blue
- Fusion Red
- Thunder Grey
- Platinum Grey
- Silver Dawn
- Bright Dusk
- Vapour Grey
- Crystal White
2024 Audi A4
- Arkona White
- Brilliant Black
- District Green Metallic
- Florett Silver Metallic
- Glacier White Metallic
- Manhattan Gray Metallic
- Mythos Black Metallic
- Navarra Blue Metallic
2024 Volvo S60 vs. Audi A4 Price
The 2024 Volvo S60 starts at $43,095 MSRP, while the 2024 Audi A4 has a starting MSRP of $41,200.
2021 Volvo S60 vs. 2021 Audi A4︱Moline, IL
Both the 2021 Volvo S60 and 2021 Audi A4 are elegantly styled sedans paired with efficient all-wheel drive (AWD) performance. To help you learn about their key similarities and differences, the McLaughlin Volvo Cars team has put together an S60 vs. A4 guide below.
After reviewing this comparison, be sure to view our S60 models for sale and consider pairing your favorite with an S60 offer. Contact our Volvo Cars dealership in Moline, IL, by phone at (309) 490-8208 or through our online form should you have any questions.
Price
For the sake of comparison, we have matched the 2021 Volvo S60 Inscription, which starts at $44,250 MSRP, against the 2021 Audi A4 Premium Plus, which has a starting MSRP of $43,800.
Power & Handling
Stay in command when you drive the 2021 Volvo S60 or 2021 Audi A4. Both models incorporate AWD to help your drive stay on track even in icy conditions. While both have roughly equivalent fuel economy ratings, the S60 does pack more power into your drive with higher horsepower and torque ratings. View the following table for important S60 and A4 engine specifications.
Volvo S60 Inscription | 2021 Model | Audi A4 Premium Plus |
T5 2.0L four-cylinder turbocharged | Engine | 40 TFSI® 2.0L four-cylinder |
250 HP | Horsepower | 201 HP |
258 lb.-ft. | Torque | 236 lb.-ft. |
23/34 | Fuel Economy | 25/34 |
Interior
Embrace the luxuries when you choose a 2021 Volvo S60 or 2021 Audi A4. Both sedans offer natural wood inlays to run your fingers over — driftwood on the S60 and Brown Walnut on the A4. Both are also equipped with power operated sunroofs so you can bring that first breath of spring air into your cabin from all sides. Other S60 interior accommodations include:
- Quad zone electronic climate control
- Power adjustable front seats with memory and four-way lumbar support
- Power folding rear headrests
Exterior
Draw an appreciative eye when you choose a 2021 Audi A4 or 2021 Volvo S60. Both illuminate the roads with LED headlights. Both also offer dual tailpipes for an iconic look. 18-inch ten-spoke wheels grace both models — black diamond cut alloy on the S60 and bi-color dynamic design on the A4.
Dimensions
The 2021 Volvo S60 and 2021 Audi A4 are sleek sedans that are roughly the same size. View the S60 and A4 dimensions in the following chart.
Volvo S60 | 2021 Sedan | Audi A4 |
11.6 cu.-ft. | Cargo Capacity | 12 cu.-ft. |
37.4/37.2 in. | First/Second row Headroom | 37.3/37.4 in. |
42.3/35.2 in. | First/Second row Legroom | 41.3/35.7 in. |
187.4 in. | Length | 187.5 in. |
72.8 in. | Width | 72.7 in. |
56.3 in. | Height | 56.2 in. |
Safety
Protect your loved ones with the driver assistance and safety features paired with both the 2021 S60 and 2021 A4. Both are designed to help you park safely, utilizing either the park assist camera on the S60 or the parking system plus on the A4. They are also designed to help you stay within your designated lane, which is known as lane keeping aid on the S60 and Audi active lane assist on the A4. Other S60 safety features include:
- Collision mitigation support
- Blind spot information system with cross traffic alert
- Park assist camera
- Rainsensor
- Inflatable Curtains
- Whiplash protection for the front seats
Technology
Is music your passion? Are you listening to a new audiobook? Do you want a large display for your vehicle’s needs? Both the 2021 Volvo S60 and 2021 Audi A4 offer smartphone connectivity and 12.3-inch driver displays so you can keep connected and informed. More Volvo technologies are listed below.
- Harman Kardon® premium sound
- Bluetooth®
- HomeLink®
- Volvo On Call with smartphone integration
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
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