Audi Q5 vs Volvo EC40
Verdict
At RM352,900 versus RM248,888, the Audi Q5 asks RM104,012 more and gives you the larger footprint: 4,717 mm long, a 2,817 mm wheelbase and a 520-litre boot. The Volvo EC40 counters with electric running, 235 hp, all-wheel drive, a 70.0 kWh battery and 488 km of range, while also getting a five-year warranty against the Audi’s two. Both seat five and get seven airbags plus AEB, so the decision is less about basic safety and more about petrol space versus EV pace and warranty cover.
Pick the Audi Q5 if you want the larger SUV, the 520-litre boot and a petrol drivetrain with a 68-litre tank.
Pick the Volvo EC40 if you want electric running, 235 hp, all-wheel drive, 488 km of range and a longer five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 RM352,900; Volvo EC40 RM248,888
- Power: Audi Q5 196 hp; Volvo EC40 235 hp
- Drivetrain: Audi Q5 1,984 cc petrol with front-wheel drive; Volvo EC40 single-motor electric with all-wheel drive
- Size: Audi Q5 4,717 mm long and 1,669 mm tall; Volvo EC40 4,440 mm long and 1,582 mm tall
- Boot space: Audi Q5 520 litres; Volvo EC40 413 litres
- Warranty and road tax: Audi Q5 2 years and RM434/year; Volvo EC40 5 years and RM220/year
Q5
- Bigger body and longer 2,817 mm wheelbase
- Larger 520-litre boot
- 68-litre fuel tank for petrol touring
- Costs RM104,012 more
- Lower 196 hp output
- Shorter two-year warranty
EC40
- Stronger 235 hp output
- 70.0 kWh battery with 488 km EV range
- Five-year warranty and RM220 yearly road tax
- Smaller 413-litre boot
- Shorter 2,702 mm wheelbase
- No fuel-tank fallback; it depends on charging
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 352,900 | RM 248,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 196 hp | — |
| Torque | 340 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 235 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 420 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Nickel Cobalt Manganese (NCM) |
| Battery Capacity | — | 70 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 488 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,873 mm |
| Height | 1,669 mm | 1,582 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,817 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 413 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 6 VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort suspension | Sports Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| 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 | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split Fold |
| 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 | — | Fixed Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1x 12V in front, 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 10-speaker Audi Sound System | 9" Portrait Android Automotive OS Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Digital Key | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| 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✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 434 | RM 220✓ |
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.
Q5 vs EC40 FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 or Volvo EC40 better?
The Volvo EC40 is the stronger paper buy for price, power, warranty and EV range. The Audi Q5 is better if you need the bigger body and 520-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EC40 is RM104,012 cheaper than the Audi Q5, based on RM248,888 against RM352,900.
Which one has more luggage space?
The Audi Q5 has more boot space, with 520 litres versus the Volvo EC40’s 413 litres. That 107-litre gap matters if you regularly carry family luggage or bulky items.