2025 Volvo XC90 Vs. 2025 Audi Q7: Specs, Dimensions & Safety

Shopping for a new luxury midsize SUV involves a lot of considerations, especially if you're caught between the Volvo XC90 vs. Audi Q7. How well does the vehicle perform? Can it accommodate all of your passengers? Will it protect everyone you bring along for the ride? These are all important questions to ask. That's why our team at Volvo Cars Tampa put together this comparison so you can know which vehicle suits your needs.

2025 Volvo XC90 vs. 2025 Audi Q7 Specs

One of the first things you're likely concerned about when comparing the Volvo XC90 vs. Audi Q7 is the specs. The Volvo XC90 is a mild hybrid model with a standard B5 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine earning an EPA-estimated 23/30/26 MPG (City/Highway/Combined) fuel economy rating.¹ This gives you a bit more mileage compared to the standard 45 Premium quattro® 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine under the hood of the Q7, which only nets an estimated 20/26/22 MPG (City/Highway/Combined) rating.²

If horsepower is important to you, you may think the Audi Q7 takes the cake with 261 horsepower from its base engine. It's worth noting, however, that the Volvo XC90 comes in a plug-in hybrid variant that produces up to 455 max engine horsepower and outpaces the Audi SUV.

2025 Volvo XC90 vs. 2025 Audi Q7 Trim Levels

Next, let's look at the trim levels available for each model. The Volvo XC90 for sale comes in three different trims: Core, Plus, and Ultra. The 2025 Audi Q7 is also similar, offering three trims: Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. It's worth noting that while both vehicles offer luxurious features, you tend to get more at a lower price point from the Volvo XC90.

2025 Volvo XC90 vs. 2025 Audi Q7 Dimensions

While both models offer spacious designs, the Volvo XC90 takes the lead with its thoughtful use of space. Its exterior measures 195 inches in length, giving it a stately presence on the road. Both SUVs have a similar width and height, but the Volvo XC90 has a sleek Scandinavian design that makes it feel modern and timeless.

Inside, the Volvo XC90 shines with its impressive cargo capacity and clever interior layout. With all seats upright, it offers 15.8 cubic feet of storage space, expanding to 85.7 cubic feet with the rear rows folded. The Q7 offers slightly less overall cargo space at 14.2 cubic feet behind the third row and 69.6 cubic feet with the seats folded.⁶

Both vehicles comfortably seat up to seven passengers. Still, the cabin of the Volvo XC90 feels more open, especially if you spring for the available captain's chairs for a six-passenger seating arrangement. Additionally, the Volvo XC90 offers more third-row legroom, making it a better choice for families or those who regularly travel with passengers in the back.

2025 Volvo XC90 vs. 2025 Audi Q7 Features & Tech

The 2025 Volvo XC90 sets a high standard for features and technology, emphasizing safety and user-friendly innovation. It comes equipped with Google built-in, offering features like voice activated navigation, streaming, and app integration through the standard 9-inch touchscreen display. Plus, the 12.3-inch driver display makes it easy to see important information about your drive.

Volvo automakers' commitment to safety is also apparent, with standard features like Pilot Assist and Lane Keeping Aid, plus an available 360-Degree Surround View Camera providing added peace of mind every time you hit the road. Volvo designers' commitment to safety helped the 2024 version of this vehicle be named an IIHS Top Safety Pick+. ³ Available upgrades, such as the Bowers & Wilkins® sound system and Head-Up Display, further enhance your driving experience.

The Audi Q7 also boasts some impressive tech features, like a 10.1-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit. Still, it lacks some of the standard benefits of the Volvo model. For example, while the Q7 has an available four-zone climate control system, you'll find this feature automatically included in every Volvo XC90 trim.

Experience the Volvo XC90 at Volvo Cars Tampa

Now that you've seen the advantages of a Volvo XC90 vs. Audi Q7, you can learn even more here at our dealership. Give us a call to tour the Volvo model and schedule a test drive. Whether you'd like to finance or you prefer to lease a Volvo XC90, our team will help you get behind the wheel of the luxury midsize SUV of your dreams.

¹EPA estimated range is 23 MPG city/30 MPG highway/26 MPG combined (B5 AWD). Your actual range will vary for many reasons, including but not limited to, driving conditions, how and where you drive, how you maintain your vehicle, battery-package/condition, and other factors. See https://www.fueleconomy.gov/

²20 city/26 highway/22 combined city/hwy MPG (2025 Audi Q7 45 TFSI®). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors including your driving habits and vehicle condition.

³Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For details regarding this award, visit www.iihs.org

⁴EPA estimated range is 20 MPG city/26 MPG highway/23 MPG combined (B6 AWD). Your actual range will vary for many reasons, including but not limited to, driving conditions, how and where you drive, how you maintain your vehicle, battery-package/condition, and other factors. See https://www.fueleconomy.gov/

⁵18 city/23 highway/20 combined city/hwy MPG (2025 Audi Q7 55 TFSI®). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors including your driving habits and vehicle condition.

⁶Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For more details, please visit https://www.motortrend.com/cars/audi/q7/2025/specs/