2018 Volvo XC90 vs 2018 Audi Q7 Chicago IL

Features & Specs

City Fuel Economy (mpg)

22

19

Highway Fuel Economy (mpg)

29

25

Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³)

85.7

71.6

Drivetrain

All Wheel Drive

Front Wheel Drive

2018 Volvo XC90 vs 2018 Audi Q7 near Chicago, IL

Do you need a new luxury SUV to transport your friends and family in style? Look no further than the 2018 Volvo XC90 and the Audi Q7. Both of these large crossover SUVs are at the top of their class. To dive deeper into each vehicle's attributes, continue reading.

2018 Volvo XC90 Power & Handling

The Volvo XC90 has three different engine lineups. The first is the standard 2.0-liter engine (250 hp, 258 lb-ft), paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission found on the T5. The second is a 2.0-liter supercharged and turbocharged four-cylinder engine (316 hp, 295 lb-ft) for the T6. Last is the hybrid engine which uses the same engine as the T6 but brings on an additional 87-hp electric motor. Combined, the power comes to 400 hp and 472 lb-ft of torque. Volvo utilizes technology to enhance the driver's abilities with a Pilot Assist semi-autonomous driving mode and adaptive cruise control.

2018 Audi Q7 Power & Handling

The engine options for the Audi Q7 are limited to two, and there is no hybrid. The base engine, available on the Premium and Premium Plus, receives a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 252 horsepower. If seeking to upgrade, the 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbocharged engine will give you 333 horsepower. Both of these engines align with an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive.

2018 Volvo XC90 Features & Design

Among all four trim levels, you will find luxury offerings that suit your needs. The Momentum comes equipped with LED headlights, a panoramic sunroof, a power tailgate, a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, lane departure warning, keyless entry and ignition, driver-seat memory settings, a 9-inch central touchscreen, a navigation system, voice controls, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. At the top of the trims, gain two captain's chairs with footrests, a  rear center console with folding trays, a touchscreen controller, heated and cooled cupholders and two crystal glasses with the Excellence trim level. As an added bonus, all four seats come standard with ventilation, heat and massage functions.

2018 Audi Q7 Features & Design

The starting level Premium trim provides many desirable features. These include leather upholstery, heated front seats, three-zone climate control, keyless entry and start, and a panoramic sunroof. From the technology side, the Premium offers a rearview camera, Audi's MMI user interface with a 7-inch central display, Bluetooth connectivity, two USB ports and a 10-speaker sound system. To gain access to the Driver Assistance package, Vision package, and Warm Weather package one must upgrade to the Premium Plus or Prestige. Premium Plus also adds desirables such as a Bose sound system, an electric tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, and blind-spot monitoring with Pre Sense Rear.

Conclusions

Audi offers a lot of amazing features, but the more you add, the pricier the model becomes. The bigger cargo capacity and better fuel economy of the Volvo XC90 make it a standout. Visit our dealership today to test drive one!

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