Volvo Xc60 vs Audi Q5

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Volvo XC60

Volvo Xc60

Ultra

68.90 lakh

Audi Q5

Audi Q5

2.0 Petrol 45 TFSI Technology

70.73 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol-Electric Hybrid
Petrol

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Engine Displacement

1969 cc
1984 cc

Engine Type

4 cyls, Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Motor Type

Integrated Starter Generator
–

Max Engine Power

250hp
249hp at 5000-6000rpm

Max Engine Torque

360Nm
370Nm at 1600-4300rpm

Combined Max Power

250hp
–

Combined Max Torque

360Nm
–

Drive Layout

All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter Auto
DCT

Number of Gears

8
7

Lockable Differential/s

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Number of Cylinders

–
4

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Tank Capacity

71 litres
70 litres

Official Fuel Economy

12.9 kmpl
13.47 kmpl

Auto Start/Stop

Fuel Supply System

–
Direct Injection

Drive Mode Types

–
N/A

Suspension & Steering

Front Brakes

Discs
Discs

Rear Brakes

Discs
Discs

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual/Powered

Turning Radius

5.5 m
–

Front Suspension Type

Independent, Double Wishbone
Independent, Multi-link

Front Springs

Air Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Independent, Multi-link
Independent, Multi-link

Rear Springs

Air Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

N/A

Ride Height Adjust

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Wheel Size

19-inches
19 inches

Front Tyre Size

235/55 R19
235/55 R19

Rear Tyre Size

235/55 R19
235/55 R19

Spare Wheel

Space-saver
N/A

Dimensions

Length

4708 mm
4682 mm

Width

1999 mm
1893 mm

Height

1655 mm
1662 mm

Wheelbase

2865 mm
2819 mm

Doors

5
5

Ground Clearance

176 mm
–

Kerb Weight

1879 kg
1890 kg

Boot Capacity

483 litres
520 litres

Chassis Type

–
Monocoque

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All
All

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All
All

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

Auto 4-zone
3-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Glove Box

–

Vanity Mirror

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Cooled Storage

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Steering Mounted Controls

–
Audio and Phone

12 Volt Port

–

Interior Lamps

–

Cup Holders

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

–
Fully Digital

Powered Tailgate

–

Door Pockets

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Safety

Airbags

8
8

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
Auto

Parking Sensors

Front and Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

360-degree
360 Degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Overspeed Warning

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Dashcam

–

Day Night Interior Mirror

–
Automatic

Door Ajar Warning

–

Driver Airbag

–

Curtain Airbag

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Heads Up Display

–

High Beam Assist

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Side Airbag

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Projector Headlamps

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

ORVM turn indicators

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Puddle Lamps

–

LED taillights

–

LED headlamps

–

LED fog lamps

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

LED DRLs

–

Scuff Plates

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Antenna

–

Rub Strips

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Roof Rails

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seats

Leather
–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front

Heated Seats

Front

Massage Seats

Front

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Manual/No

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

–
Leather

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Entertainment

Audio System

CD Player

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

11.2-inch Touchscreen
10.1-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

Onboard
On-board

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Branded Music System

–
Bang & Olufsen

Questions you may find useful

•14w

Hello, I’m in the market for my first, and likely only, luxury car. I’m currently considering SUVs. I’ve test-driven the GLC, the new X3 30, Q5, and the XC60. At this point, I’m leaning strongly toward the X3, although I was quite impressed with the Volvo as well. For some context, I currently drive a 2016 Creta, which is now in its 11th year. My usage is primarily city commuting, averaging around 500 km per month. My main question is whether the X3 is a good daily driver, given its size. I’m planning to make the purchase later this year or early next year, ideally with minimal financing. From a timing perspective, what level of discounts could I expect if I target early next year?

Verified
•14w

Go for the BMW X3 30i. For your mostly city usage and as a one-time luxury buy, it fits best and will keep you happy. Coming from the Hyundai Creta, the X3 will not feel unwieldy in town. The steering is light at low speeds, the view out is clear, and the 360-degree cameras and parking sensors make navigating tight spots easy. The petrol engine and smooth automatic respond keenly in traffic, and the size feels manageable once you get used to it. Ride comfort is on the firmer side at low speeds, but it stays very steady at higher speeds.One thing to be aware of: the X3’s ride can feel a bit busy on broken city roads at crawl speeds, and the rear seat is not the widest in this class.If you want a calmer SUV, with great seats and more active safety features, the Volvo XC60 is a fine alternative, though Volvo’s dealer network is smaller. If rear-seat comfort matters most, the Mercedes GLC is the one to go for.On timing, the best deals typically come at calendar year-end and around March. A fresh, in-demand X3 usually gets small cash benefits or freebies, while the XC60 and Q5 see bigger cuts more often. Since you’ll use minimal finance, ask dealers to convert low-interest schemes into a straight cash discount or add a long service pack and extended warranty.

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