Volvo V40 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo V40 engine produces 5 HP more power than Audi A4, but torque is 20 NM less than Audi A4. Thanks to more power Volvo V40 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.6
5.4
Real fuel consumption:
6.0 l/100km
5.6 l/100km
The Audi A4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo V40 consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo V40 could require 30 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo V40 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4.
Both cars are similar in size. Volvo V40 and Audi A4 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
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390 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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1250 litres
Turning diameter:
10.6 meters
11.1 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo V40 is 0.5 metres less than that of the Audi A4, which means Volvo V40 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Volvo V40 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Audi A4, so Volvo V40 quality could be a bit better.
