Volvo XC40 Recharge vs. Audi Q4 E-Tron: All-Electric Luxury SUV Comparison
How does the Volvo XC40 compare to the Audi Q4 E-Tron?
The 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron and Volvo XC40 Recharge are two of the most popular luxury electric SUVs on the market. Both offer a stylish design, a comfortable interior, and a long range.
Performance
The 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron and Volvo XC40 Recharge both have comparable performance features. The Q4 E-Tron's electric motor produces 201 horsepower and 229 pound-feet of torque. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge has a new single electric motor variant that produces 248 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. The XC40 Recharge can go from 0 to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds and has a range of up to 293 miles on full charge. The Twin Motor models come with two electric motors, one at each axle,
giving it full-time all-wheel drive. The all-wheel drive offers 402 horsepower.
In terms of fuel efficiency, the single motor Volvo XC40 Recharge offers a significantly better mileage of 118 MPGe city and 95 MPGe highway. The Q4 E-Tron offers up to 112 MPGe city and 94 MPGe on the highway.
Interior
The Audi Q4 E-Tron and XC40 both have luxurious interiors. The Q4 E-Tron has soft-touch materials, premium finishes, and a spacious cabin while the XC40 Recharge has a leather-free interior with recycled carpets. The Q4 E-Tron offers 53.1 ft³ of cargo space with the second row of seats folded, while the XC40 Recharge offers 57.5 ft³.
Technology
The Q4 E-Tron comes standard with Audi Connect, a suite of fully integrated digital services, remote climatization via MyAudi, a standard Bang & Olufsen sound system, and the Audi virtual cockpit plus a 12.3" HD display. The Volvo XC40 Recharge includes a Harmon/Kardon audio system, pixel LED headlamps, an advanced air purifier system, remote app services, and much more.
| 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge | 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron |
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| Starting MSRP | $53,7451 | $50,9951 |
| Engine | Single Electric Motor | Single Electric Motor |
| Horsepower | 248 | 201 |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft | 229 lb-ft |
| Maximum Range | 293 miles | 265 miles |
| Est EPA MPGe (city/hwy) | 118/952 | 112/942 |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs3 | N/A3 |
| Maximum Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo Capacity | 57.5 cubic feet | 53.1 cubic feet |
Volvo XC40 Recharge vs Audi Q4 E-Tron - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is the Volvo XC40 Recharge roomier than the Audi Q4 E-Tron?
Both the Audi Q4 E-Tron and Volvo XC40 Recharge are 5-seater all-electric crossovers and are approximately the same size. The Q4 E-Tron has a slightly more comfortable front row legroom with 41.2 inches versus the XC40 Recharge's 40.9 inches. Both have the same amount of head room in the front and rear but the Q4 E-Tron has a slightly roomier rear seating area with 38.3 inches of legroom while the XC40 Recharge has 36.1 inches.
Is the Volvo XC40 Recharge more expensive as compared to the Audi Q4 E-Tron?
The base and mid-tier trims of the Volvo XC40 are slightly more expensive as compared to the Audi Q4 E-Tron but the top-level Ultimate Trim (starting at $60,695 MSRP) is lower than the Q4 E-Tron's top-level Prestige trim that has a starting MSRP of $63,395.
Does the Volvo XC40 Recharge offer a better range and fuel economy than the Audi Q4 E-Tron?
The Volvo XC40 Recharge's single motor engine outperforms the I-PACE in terms of range and fuel economy. The XC40 Recharge offers an EPA estimated range of 118 MPGe city/95 MPGe highway/106 MPGe combined while the Audi Q4 E-Tron offers 112 MPGe city/94 MPGe highway/102 MPGe combined.
1Prices shown are Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), Base Price or Starting At price and excludes destination fees, taxes, title, license, and registration and/or electronic filing fees, dealer fees.
2Estimates only. For more information, please visit the official U.S. government source for all fuel economy at www.fueleconomy.gov
3When properly equipped.
