Verdict
At RM352,900, the Audi Q5 costs RM24,012 more than the RM328,888 Volvo XC60, yet its 196 hp front-wheel-drive drivetrain trails the Volvo’s 246 hp, 350 Nm and all-wheel drive. The Q5 counters with a 520-litre boot, seven airbags and a 14.5-inch display; the XC60 has 483 litres, six airbags and 11.2 inches. For Malaysian family use, the Volvo’s five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, panoramic roof and integrated rear booster cushions make its lower price hard to ignore, while the Audi’s extra boot room matters.
Pick the Audi Q5 if you need the larger 520-litre boot, a seventh airbag and Digital Matrix LED headlamps.
Pick the Volvo XC60 if you want 246 hp, all-wheel drive and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 RM352,900; Volvo XC60 RM328,888.
- Power and torque: Audi Q5 196 hp and 340 Nm; Volvo XC60 246 hp and 350 Nm.
- Driveline: Audi Q5 front-wheel drive; Volvo XC60 all-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 520 litres; Volvo XC60 483 litres.
- Warranty: Audi Q5 two years/unlimited mileage; Volvo XC60 five years/unlimited mileage.
- Airbags: Audi Q5 seven; Volvo XC60 six.
Q5
- 520-litre boot, 37 litres more than the XC60
- Seven airbags
- 14.5-inch touchscreen and Digital Matrix LED headlamps
- Costs RM24,012 more
- 196 hp and 340 Nm versus the XC60’s 246 hp and 350 Nm
- Two-year warranty versus five years
XC60
- 246 hp, 350 Nm and all-wheel drive
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- Panoramic glass roof and integrated rear booster cushions
- 483-litre boot is 37 litres smaller
- Six airbags versus seven
- 11.2-inch central display versus 14.5 inches
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM352,900 | RM328,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434 | RM428✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 196 hp at 4,300 rpm | 246 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 340 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 350 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 82 mm × 93.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 30 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | 8-Speed Geartronic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,902 mm |
| Height | 1,669 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,817 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,450 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 483 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | — |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED Headlights | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated 2-stage booster child seat cushions for the outer seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Sunshade for Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 10-speaker Audi Sound System | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Digital Key | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Q5 vs XC60 FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 or Volvo XC60 better?
The Volvo XC60 is the stronger buy on these figures: it costs less, has 246 hp, 350 Nm, all-wheel drive and a five-year warranty. Choose the Audi Q5 for its larger 520-litre boot, seven airbags and 14.5-inch display.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 costs RM24,012 more than the Volvo XC60.
Which SUV has the better family-friendly rear seat?
The Volvo XC60 has the more child-focused rear seating, with integrated two-stage booster cushions on both outer rear seats. Both SUVs have 40:20:40 split-folding rear backrests and ISOFIX on the outer rear seats.
