Global EV Comparison: Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro vs Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) has a starting price of €59000, compared to the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor (2022-...), which starts at €61290.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany | Belgium |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €59000 | €61290 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €51450 | €39900 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor (2022-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…).
| Property | Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 415 km | 414 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 523 km | 548 km |
| Range (GCC) | 415 km | 447 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km | 17.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.39 km/kWh | 5.66 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor (2022-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) maxes out at 175 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 6.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor (2022-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 679 Nm | 670 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor (2022-...).
The Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4588 mm | 4440 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 2034 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1865 mm | 1873 mm |
| Height | 1632 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2764 mm | 2702 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor (2022-...), but the Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor (2022-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…).
| Property | Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2235 kg | 2138 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 520 l | 404 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1490 l | 1205 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 31 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 6.4 |
