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    2021 Volvo XC40 vs 2021 Audi Q3: More space and comfort in the Volvo

    May 24 2021,

    2021 Volvo XC40 vs 2021 Audi Q3: More space and comfort in the Volvo

    The Volvo XC40 and the Audi Q3 are two small luxury SUVs that are designed for buyers who want a refined and safe sport utility vehicle to be used mostly in an urban setting, but that also delivers a premium experience on the highway. The goal of the XC40 and the Q3 are to be doorways into the luxurious worlds of their respective automakers, and to give buyers more value and better performance along with more technology and improved comfort over traditional small SUVs.


    In other words, the Volvo XC40 and the Audi Q3 may be the most affordable models in their respective SUV lineups, they still deliver the kind of premium experience expected of a Volvo and Audi. But how do you differentiate the XC40 from the Q3 and which model is right for you? It all depends on your needs.


     Better performance in the 2021 Volvo XC40


    The 2021 Volvo XC40 comes with either a T4 turbocharged four-cylinder that delivers 187 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque, or a T5 turbocharged four-cylinder that delivers 250 horsepower along with 258 pound-feet of torque. Either way, these engines have a benefit over the Audi Q3s single turbocharged four-cylinder which offers 228 horsepower along with 258 pound-feet of torque. The T5 engine will be more powerful and deliver better accelerations and quicker reactions while the entry-level 4-cylinder averages roughly 2 L per 100 km less in terms of fuel consumption. Even the T5 with its superior horsepower to the Q3, is more efficient.


    In other words, the Volvo XC40 delivers more impressive performance and better fuel economy than the Audi Q3. It is also more affordable with lower interest rates when it comes to financing and both the Q3 and the XC40 deliver the same cargo area. You will pay less for the XC40, but you won't compromise on performance, fuel economy, versatility, and you will enjoy one of the safest small SUVs you can buy. Give us a call today to learn more about the new Volvo XC40.

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