Volvo XC90 vs Audi Q7: See Which Luxury SUV Offers You More

If you’re in the market for a family-friendly luxury SUV, two vehicles you may be considering are the Volvo XC90 or the Audi Q7. While both luxury vehicles offer 3-row seating and room for seven passengers, but there are a few reasons why the XC90 is so unique. See how the Volvo XC90 stands out against the Audi Q7

Volvo XC90 vs Audi Q7: More Choices

When it comes to variety, the Volvo XC90 offers 4 available trim levels to choose from:

• XC90 Momentum
• XC90 Inscription
• XC90 R-Design
• XC90 Excellence

The Audi Q7 is available in just 3 trim levels: Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige. This means less of a chance to be able to personalize your SUV based on the amenities that you desire.

Volvo XC90 vs Audi Q7: The Heart of It All

When it comes to the heart of the SUV, the Audi Q7 offers 2 available engines: a 252-horsepower 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine or the larger 3.0L super-charged V6 engine that produces 333 horsepower and 325 lb/ft of torque.

For those looking for more options under the hood, the Volvo XC90 gives you more choices with 3 powerful and fuel-efficient engines to choose from.

• Volvo XC90 T5 – 250-horsepower 2.0L turbocharged engine
• Volvo XC90 T6 – 316-horsepower 2.0L turbocharged engine
• Volvo XC90 T8 (Plug-In Hybrid) – 316-horsepower, 2.0 liter turbocharged engine paired with an 87-hp electric motor, for a total output of 400 horsepower

This results in the Volvo XC90 getting superior efficiency to the Audi Q7. The numbers don't lie: the XC90's fuel economy is up to an EPA-estimated 27 mpg combined, while the Q7 only offers up to an EPA-estimated 21 mpg combined.

Volvo XC90 vs Audi Q7: When Cargo Space Matters

Step inside the spacious SUVs and while they both offer up to 7-passenger seating, when it comes to more legroom and headroom, the XC90 will give you more room to stretch out. When you’re transporting passengers and cargo, the XC90 offers ample cargo capacity.

With all seats up, the XC90 offers an impressive 15.8 cubic feet behind the third row, while the A7 is limited with only 14.8 cubic feet. If maximum capacity is a must, the XC90 gives you more as well! With all seats down the XC90 will give you a maximum capacity of 85.7 cubic feet, while A7 comes up short with only 71.6 cubic feet of cargo space.

Our Idea of Luxury

Now that you have seen some of the comparisons on how the Volvo XC90 measures up against the Audi A7, you can see that the Volvo XC90 offers you more. More legroom, more cargo space, more safety features and more engine choices – and Volvo even has a hybrid model!

Impressively large, without being boastful, the XC90 is relaxed and confidence at the same time. But don't just take our word on it, head to Ramsey Volvo and test drive the new Volvo XC90 for yourself! Volvo Cars Ramsey can get you behind the wheel today!

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