2025 Volvo XC40 vs. Audi Q5 Size & Dimensions

The 2025 Volvo XC40 and 2025 Audi Q5 are both elegantly designed two-row SUVs. Of the two, the XC40 is more compact and is about eleven inches shorter than the Q5. However, the XC40 also offers a higher maximum cargo capacity to the Q5 cargo capacity. While both offer near-identical front legroom, the Q5 leads with extra rear legroom.

Interior and exterior dimensions are shown in the accompanying table.

2025 Volvo XC40 vs. Audi Q5 Interior Cabin Features

Settle into a cabin designed for optimal comfort and functionality when you opt for either the 2025 Volvo XC40 or 2025 Audi Q5. Both include heated, power-adjustable front seats that allow you and your front-seat companion to find your ideal comfort levels. The XC40 further enhances your comfort with available manual cushion extensions, while the Q5 offers available ventilated front seats and heated rear outboard seats.

The advanced technology systems in these two luxury SUVs offer enhanced convenience. The XC40 tech focuses on simplicity and ease of access, while the Q5 tech systems bring you expanded display sizes and intuition. You’ll appreciate the clarity of sound from the available Harman Kardon® speakers offered with the XC40 or the Bang and Olufsen® speakers with the Q5.

Shared interior and technology features include:

• Heated, power-adjustable front seats
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Panoramic sunroof
• Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• Wireless phone charging

Available 2025 Volvo XC40 interior and technology features include:

• Front seats with manual cushion extension
• Driver’s seat with memory settings
• Second-row mechanical seat release
• Power-folding second-row head restraints
• Two-zone climate control
• Crystal gear selector knob by Orrefors®
• Heated, tailored steering wheel
• 13-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system
• 9-in. center infotainment display
• 12.3-in. driver instrument display
• Google built-in
• SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability

Available 2025 Audi Q5 interior and technology features include:

• Ventilated front seats
• Heated rear outboard seats
• Sliding, split folding 40/20/40 rear seatbacks with adjustable recline
• Three-zone automatic climate control
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Power tilt and telescopic adjustable steering column with memory
• Rear side window sunshades
• 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen 3D Premium Sound System
• 14.5-in. MMI® touch display
• MMI® Navigation plus
• 11.9-in. Audi virtual cockpit plus
• 10.9-in. MMI® passenger display
• SiriusXM All Access capability

2025 Volvo XC40 vs. Audi Q5 Performance & Fuel Economy

The 2025 Volvo XC40 and 2025 Audi Q5 both come equipped with energy-efficient 2.0L four-cylinder engines. Both can reach up to 30 highway MPG, with the XC40 offering slightly higher city MPG. Plus, you’ll find each is standard with all-wheel drive (AWD). The Q5 is able to tow about 900 pounds more than the XC40 when properly equipped.

Engine specs are shown in the accompanying table.

2025 Volvo XC40 vs. Audi Q5 Safety Options

Protecting yourself and your crew is made simpler with the available driver assistance and safety features offered with the 2025 Volvo XC40 and 2025 Audi Q5. You can achieve expanded views of the road and potential obstacles with help from the available 360-degree cameras offered with either SUV. With the adaptive cruise control systems equipped with either SUV, you can remain a set distance from the vehicle ahead of you while maintaining your speed. You’ll also appreciate the lane keeping assist systems offered with each SUV.

Available 2025 Volvo XC40 driver assistance and safety features include:

• 360-degree camera
• Front, rear, and side park assist
• BLIS™ (blind spot information system) and cross-traffic alert
• Lane-keeping aid
• Rear collision mitigation support
• Oncoming lane mitigation
• Adaptive cruise control
• Rain sensor
• Slippery road alert
• Hill descent control
• Rear park assist camera
• Pilot assist

Available 2025 Audi Q5 driver assistance and safety features include:

• Top view camera system
• Side assist
• Traffic sign recognition
• Head-up display
• High-beam assist
• Lane departure warning
• Emergency brake assist
• Audi pre sense® basic
• Adaptive cruise assist
• Park assist plus

2025 Volvo XC40 vs. Audi Q5 Colors

Subtle silvers, bold reds, neutral blacks, and iconic blues are offered with both the 2025 Volvo XC40 and 2025 Audi Q5, as well as more unique exterior color options.

2025 Volvo XC40 Exterior Colors

• Cloud Blue
• Crystal White
• Onyx Black
• Fusion Red
• Sage Green
• Fjord Blue
• Silver Dawn
• Vapour Grey
• Sand Dune

2025 Audi Q5 Exterior Colors

• Arkona White
• Mythos Black metallic
• Navarra Blue metallic
• Glacier White metallic
• Florett Silver metallic
• District Green metallic
• Tambora Gray metallic
• Grenadine Red metallic

2025 Volvo XC40 vs. Audi Q5 Price

The 2025 Volvo XC40 starts at $41,945 and the 2025 Audi Q5 has a starting MSRP of $52,200.