Audi S6 vs Volvo XC60

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Audi S6
Audi S6

2020 price

Volvo XC60
Volvo XC60

$74,990 - $101,990

2026 price

Summary

2020 Audi S6
2026 Volvo XC60
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Twin Turbo V6, 2.9L

Turbo 4, 2.0L
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded/Electric

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Fuel Efficiency
8.4L/100km (combined)

7.6L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Not SUV practical
  • A touch thirsty
  • Substandard warranty

  • Facelift is too subtle
  • Gremlins in media system
  • Big price jumps between trims
2020 Audi S6 Summary

Most buyers don’t care for sedans these days, but those in the premium market are still spoilt for choice, with new model after new model being launched.

The latest on offer is the new Audi S6, which once again attempts to mix executive style with boy-racer performance.

With its predecessor’s 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 succeeded by an engine that is 1.1 litres and two cylinders short, does it still serve up enough bang for your back?

Of course, the only way to find out is to put the new S6 sedan to test, so that’s exactly what we did. Read on.

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2026 Volvo XC60 Summary

The Volvo XC60 has long been an understated achiever of the premium mid-size SUV crowd. 

It doesn’t shout for attention like some of its rivals, but it’s built a reputation for quiet confidence and family-friendly practicality. For 2026, the XC60 Ultra B5 Dark keeps the same engine but has received a facelift in other areas. Is it enough to keep family buyers who want a mix of practicality and luxury happy?

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