New Audi Q7 vs Volvo XC90 - Detailed Review And Comparison

[@esisoon]

So last year I was checking out almost every review of the Q7 and the XC90 on KZbin, but this review was definitely the deciding factor for me (nothing to do with price!). I bit the bullet - went with the XC90, loved it...... .....until last week. I sent my XC90 in for first year servicing. In its place, the dealership loaned a Q7 for a couple of days. I never went back. After 1 day, I picked up the phone and told the dealership to keep the XC90 and I'll top up the difference. The drive (the Q7 is 2.0L) is comparatively smooth, the interior finish and features are simply exquisite. The virtual cockpit is a big winner. It's one thing when you're seeing it in the showroom, it's a totally different thing when you are driving and using it. The XC90 has a larger boot, and the semi-autonomous driving features are great; albeit best used on the highway and not so effective in city driving. If I had to describe it - Audi is up there with the German makes of MB and BMW, they are all the best at their game, assuming that game is football. Volvo is great too, just that they are playing billiards. Hope this comment helps someone make their decision!

[@ghanamafia7199]

That VOLVO is stunning.... The previous Q7 design looks better than this newer model. The Volvo looks clean and refreshing....like a proper SUV. The Q7 almost looks like a raised Hatchback....

[@rlarcia]

I don't think you even considered the safety features on the Volvo, I would go for the xc90 every single time!

I think the Volvo XC90's interior looks better then the q7.

[@joepastrami5789]

+Ludwig Sjoe Haha, Wow

[@andrewdoyle1772]

I've driven both. I went for the XC90 but, God, the engine in the Q7 was magically smooth and powerful. Wish Volvo had an equivalent.

[@unkameat74]

got an xc90,just got back from a road trip from Vancouver b.c. to las vegas,toL.A. and back with my kids it eats hwy miles extremely comfy.

[@wwbdwwbd]

Single guy reviewing family SUVs, what could go wrong? As a parent, the first thing I want to know is how safe they are, which is not covered in this review.

[@laurencioromano]

Safety wise, Volvo has been the leader in driver/family safety since the beginning. They used to have commercials with elephants sitting on the Volvo and it would not budge. It kept all occupants safe and sound!

[@RiderP411]

Not much difference in safety performance for price range like these two cars, it's like 97 to 99. Volvo has better active safety equipment such as auto braking and lane keeping on highway or so, but, I don't consider those equipment as necessarily things, won't need these thing if you are a rational driver who focus on driving.

[@icenberg6658]

As you should know, Volvo has the worlds most safest cars in the world. They won that price this year too. :P

[@oldmrt]

+Isak Wincent In Euro NCAP tests, Volvo got 97% driver safety to Q7's 94%, but child safety the Q7 edged it 88% to 87%. The Volvo was far higher in the Safety Assist category: speed assistance, seat belt reminder, AEB Interurban etc.

[@tb3atz719]

I agree with "Isak Wincent" the Volvo XC90 SUV. Volvo is most famous for the safety of its cars and the innovative features it develops to keep occupants as safe as possible followed by Volvo V40 hatchback & rang rover.

[@Alanitoo]

The volvo looks more luxurious that the audi.

[@ReluctantBackpacker]

Had the XC90 Inscription for over a month now and it's a fantastic car. The pilot assist features are great and after a while they work in the background helping make your journey safer and more comfortable without even realising. I rarely use the full Pilot Assist function other than to impress/worry my passengers, but the lane assist feature works brilliantly. Would gladly buy this car all over again if I had to, which is a great commendation I guess.

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

I'd take the Volvo. just because.

[@Gilbertory]

I leaned more towards Q7. Reason being the grill was awkward looking and Volvo is owned by a Chinese company. I maybe prejudice.

[@dxtnguyxn4179]

Gilbertory just because it’s owned by a Chinese company doesn’t mean the car is going to be made in China. But I do understand what u mean about China.

[@Cvr2007]

@@Gilbertory thats just a fake story that someone made up but I understand that you think so tho

[@neil78b]

*Volvo wins on design... Audi used to have great curves and sexy lights but its too angular now, the sexiness is gone :(*

[@tb3atz719]

I agree Neil it was the flag ship of luxury SUV ( In my opinion ) but now :( a lot should be "standard" by now.

[@mrdydy1990]

Exactly!!!

[@susand1177]

Chunk (from the goonies lol) yeah, that rear end on the Volvo is minging. Quite like the front, but I love everything about the Q7.

[@antioch4019]

I agree, Audi made some sexy cars a couple of years ago and has managed to ruin the design across almost all models. BMW ruined it with their lineup around 2004 but has started to recover a bit, still ugly interiors, Mercedes has been hit and misses across the years. Volvo has done the opposite with the newer models, from fugly as hell to sexy as hell imo.

[@jaydentyler3234]

Susan D I do too

[@dj.paulieb]

in Canada we won't have the diesel engines so the under power diesel engine in Volvo won't matter. What would be my choice? I would go with Volvo. Safety is First anything else is secondary. You can always replace a car but life and well-being not so much. BTW I still own my 1998 Volvo S70 T5.

[@brodie6449]

+Pawel Buczynski I too own a 1998 Volvo S70 T5 SE (Manual) ... I love that car

[@henjoh69]

But the diesel motors are the strongest with most torque. The diesel engines are great for pulling stuff to.

[@petyakov9200]

I own 2009 xc90 D5 I love volvo true family cars and with 5 cylinder engines powerfull and great sounding too

[@TheMpofu]

Putting autocar uk and autoexpress uk to shame with these reviews.

[@haVVk22]

yes indeed

[@MonjiKing]

They should close the chanel and stop wasting our time. Regret watching these

[@asupshik]

+Kings mario Sad Volvo fanboy, who can't afford neither car, detected.

[@MonjiKing]

+asupshik you make no sense ! it's true can you feel how boring this is? no effort no sensation as if we went to a car dealer and just looking at him talking or him tryna convince new moms on what car to buy. this is a youtube review for efffing sake. all these resources at his disposal to come up with shit like this

[@skyboxtvhacks4533]

Indeed

[@jordan75212]

I have the xc90 t8 r design and it's so much fun, did a 0-60 in it the other day, 5.7 seconds. a polestar is due and I won't hesitate to get it done :)

[@nevanranasinghe1658]

Volvo is much better looking

[@asupshik]

+Nevan Ranasinghe Another paid Volvo troll. Please ban yourself from youtube. Thanks!

[@sweaterwearingsquirrel9302]

I agree man. It isn't even a contest in my eyes. Audi looks like a mini-Van while the XC90 looks like an actual SUV. Plus that center console... 😍 I am trying to decide on the XC90, X5 or Cayenne and it's a very very hard choice.

[@asupshik]

Adam Reichl It's useless and lame console btw. Keep drinking Volvo cool-aid. X5 is not a bad car either, but with weaker engine. worse handling and outdated electronics. And reliability is very bad. XC90 is underpowered half-baked car. Only thing they could make decent is exterior design. That's it. What can you expect from bankrupt company who is owned by Chinese now?

[@sweaterwearingsquirrel9302]

+asupshik Which one do you own? How do you like it?

[@asupshik]

Adam Reichl Waiting for Q7. Demand for it is insane. Some people we'll get their cars in June. It's hard to get it with right options. I test drove both of them. Audi beats Volvo in all departments except for exterior. Drives much better. better comfort, new generation of active safety and virtual cockpit are just one generation ahead of everything. XC90 is easy to get right now even after release. X5 is... X5. I thought about buying it,but 3rd row option is hard to find as well and car itself is not as fun and practical as Q7. Though it's cheaper with comparable options. Reliability is super bad.

[@juandiegogonzalez3045]

I wouldn't have used "STD" as an abbreviation for standard... Still, nice video XC90 for the win

[@MrYoumitube]

The new Q7 looks boring, the previous version looked more aggressive and muscular. I do however like the interior in the q7.

[@tiggytiggy9904]

Volvo xc90 is a better car. End of discussion ! ;)

[@niteblaster1]

I don't think so lol

[@kimjootay2685]

It is the better car! Because there’s a T8 excellence

[@ernestgwinyai4126]

Ciro my man, you are talented at this presentation stuff. Great episodes ALWAYS - wish you guys nothing but success in coming days, weeks, years etc etc lol

[@rickslick730]

The Volvo is way better looking

[@Harvey017]

Although the XC90 has more aggressive styling in the front I still think the rear looks horrendous, all that red plastic just ruins the look of the vehicle for me. I agree the Q7 is a little boring, but I think it looks pretty sleek when adding the S Line package in white with 21" wheels. I've test driven both vehicles and while the XC90 is slightly more comfortable and looks better I have to give ride and performance to the Q7, it just felt like more premium overall. I feel most here haven't test driven either vehicle and are just basing their choice on looks, sorry but the Q7 is just the better vehicle, hands down.

[@StevePoyza]

Beautiful review for some beautiful SUVs. Personally, I'd take the Volvo simply for it's personality and stunning design. There's no denying the Q7 is a lovely car, it's just a bit dull for me.

[@liquidchrome8712]

XC90 is very solid and waaay more beautiful than Audi.

[@Skyfemalegermansherpard]

I agreee

[@NicholasMatthews]

I went in both cars at the autoshow, and the Audi just feels so much more solid and those gadgets are just so cool. The Volvo, it is beautiful, but I don't like the engine, and it wouldn't give me that optimistic feeling the Audi delivers. It just gets the job done the way I see it, but the Audi seems a lot more satisfying. They're both great SUV's, it all just comes down to personal preference(s). I don't think we need to cause a storm up in here, we should just applaud noth manufacturers for creating these amazing SUV's.

[@milopichu]

+Nicholas Matthews Audi really is for those who appreciate studying and getting to know all of those extensive gadgets buttons and knobs inside their car; Basically for those who wouldnt mind the learning curve. But the Volvo touchscreen's so intuitive and very ipad-like.

[@atrl7041]

Audi is my favourite car brand, I just love all of their new models, but I’m sad to say, the XC90 would be my choice, I love the interior of the Q7, but I agree with the reviewer, the XC90 is so spacious and like a spa

[@francoislafortune6549]

I'm so happy to have seen this review. Extremely well done! These are the 2 cars I'm looking at right now in Canada... My wife wants the Volvo (the safety thing..you know.. for the kids). But on the other hand I just cant see myself pulling my Ducati to the track on the trailer with the Volvo. But I guess I will need to get over that...and probably go with your recommendation for "families" (btw I have 3 kids!). Thank again. Cheers!

[@Carscoza]

+Francois Lafortune Great to hear. The Volvo is a top-notch 7-seater, that's for sure. Keep in touch and let us know how your purchase goes.

[@stevenhearnden522]

Seriously, Audi's are so common and unsophisticated in the UK. People with very little taste drive them.

[@robert4you]

+Francois Lafortune Greetings from Sweden. I don't think you will be disappointed. My friend bought a XC90 and he is very satisfied with the car.

[@matthew6190]

+Francois Lafortune The XC90 has been raking in the awards for a reason, it's truly a fantastic package. If you want a sportier look, buy the R-Design option on the Volvo...:)

[@TuvingtonD]

+Francois Lafortune I agree. Even a T6 R-Design with 22" wheels + adaptive suspension + Polestar is still...a Volvo. Great car though.

[@mattheginger]

This guys does some of the best car reviews I've seen. So glad I found this channel!

[@thenecromancer6564]

Those statements are very carefully given. Build quality wise I think Q7 is better than XC90. I'm XC90 owner and I can feel the difference. But XC90 is just so unique. And the B&W system makes the interior so much more luxurious.

[@Carscoza]

+Liang Yan thanks so much for the comment, it's always great to hear feedback from an owner.

[@nino_kO1]

One volvo for me please

[@johngreenberg]

Nineq 96 & also for me

[@heyitak9987]

John Green Q7 is waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyy better

[@jaydentyler3234]

Ahmad K ikr

[@kevgits]

I'd also take the Audi. I like the classic styling of the new model. The greatest undoing for the Volvo in my opinion is that 2.0 L engine. Even with the turbos, it's still insufficient. I know a lot of Volvo fans have fallen for its looks which are quite appealing TBH. But the reality is, the Audi look is more classic. It's like a pair of jeans. I can drive out in the Audi even 10 years to come and still feel classy; the Volvo on the other hand is fashionable at the moment but in a few years to come, a better design will have come up that will make the current one look a bit dated.

[@milopichu]

+Gitonga Kelvin And you do realize that the current design of Volvo's greenhouse and that diagonal slash on the grille has been around for a decade now. Personally the Audi's going to look dated faster since the design elements of the grille's very common already. Ford Hyundai Toyota Kia Chevy and other manufacturers are already adoption that hexagonal grille, so do expect people to get tired of that design element faster.

[@Khalid9745]

The Q7 is the superior winner. Yes it may not look as elegant, as well as being more on the expensive side, but apart from that, everything about it is sublime. From the interior, to the ride quality, to the engine - it's just a joy to experience. Don't really understand why it's getting so much criticism. Maybe because it looks a bit too futuristic, but anyways, great car!

[@jwj500]

Both nice. Audi has a much better engine, (diesel 3.0 or supercharged 3.0 vs Volvo's 2.0 diesel or gas turbo). Audi has a better ride and a lot more tech. Personal preference on the interior, (but I do not like touch screens with finger prints all over them). Volvo is less expensive, (as it should be). As they didn't get into the handling, rear seat comfort, more performance numbers, fuel economy, etc. Personally, if you live in an area with hills or mountains or plan to tow a boat or some type of trailer, you will be limited with the Volvo as that 2.0 will have limited tow capabilities. At the end, pick what you like as they both are nice vehicles.

[@xc90dinner58]

Good review. I am one of those lucky XC90-owners and I have a few things to say regarding this "competition" since I used 2 be a hardcore Audifan.....maybe I still am...I dont know, anyhow: I am so satisfied with my XC90 its almost silly. I will try to list what I really like and MAYBE a list of what I dislike.....hopefully it can be of some help in case your thinkin about gettin on 4 yourself....so here goes: LIKE: 1. Quality and feel of the car and espacially the interior......as great as in Audis. Thats a first! 2. Safety: Havin 2 kids in the back and knowing this IS THE SAFEST CAR for my children, period.....well, enough said! 3. Stereosound is brilliant. Means a lot to me, maybe not for others though. 4. D5 dieselengine is only 2.0 with 4-cylinder but feels- and goes like a BIG 6-cylinder. It really does. 5. The looks! 6. Comfort is super-great, dont understand some sayin there are issues with the ride......omg. If this car isnt comfortable I dont know what is!? 6. and again: SAFETY! I know, but come on: ITS A GAMECHANGER......... A true tank made out of swedish VIKING-steel. You can´t go wrong with that, accidents DO happen. DISLIKE: 1. ACC: 3 times last six month the car puts the heater on even though its like a million degrees hot....hopefully Volvo can fix that with some software-updatdes. Probably a sensor goin nuts. 2. Fuel-economy. Volvo says 0.57 L/10 km. (dont know miles/gallon figures....). Mine has an average about 0.82. OK, I knew that 0.57 wasnt to be trusted from the beginnin, but still..... Well, all in all it is a fantastic car and the ride is soooo nice. Did I mention that people turn their heads around! I know, but hey, I´m just a man :)

[@susand1177]

Nice review. Cross-shopped both and ended up with the Audi. Wholeheartedly don't agree on engine feeling bigger than it is in the Volvo (felt underpowered for a car heavier than the Q7), or safety, which is matched in the Q7 (see test data) but some good comments. I got the 3d sound system upgrade in mine because music matters right?!

[@KelleyLGrantNMLS]

Very good video 👍. These are exactly the two vehicles I'm torn between. Thanks 😊

[@JonMcG]

Ive seen number of your reviews and have to say . they are some of the best I've seen on KZbin . Im Subscribing :)

[@doodskie999]

id take volvo, audi has some really expensive maintenance costs and they depreciate like a rock hitting the bottom of the pool.

[@TheCh0wderp]

Volvo is also very expensive to maintain, almost as much as Audi

[@doodskie999]

TheCh0wderp But they dont break as often and depreciate as much as audi's or bmw's

[@tedubadu2536]

+doodskie999 really? when i think of reliability and quality i think of a diesel audi... (they'll both depreciate no matter)

[@TheCh0wderp]

+doodskie999 actually from what I've seen, XC90's depreciate a lot. The depreciation is way worse than the Q7.

[@doodskie999]

TheCh0wderp not in my country, plus seeing a volvo is rare, everyone is toyota, audi, bmw or mercedes

[@48petey]

This guy doesn't know what he is talking about. the Volvo I test drove momentum had panoramic sunroof Volvo is Awesome the seats alone are amazingly comfortable and ride is great really quiet interior misses on Volvo is the infotainment system they have a cloth in the console to wipe off the touch screen it gets smudgy annoying for me and that back cover to cover your stuff so no one can see it if you remove it there is no storage space for it. I said where can I put this thing he said in your garage, why would I want to do that?. The Audi doesn't come with all these feature it's extra at least on the old one 2015. I didn't test drive it.The best 3rd row seat I ever sat in is the Nissan QX60 tremendous space very easy to get into 3rd row the best ever , was not cramped @ 210 lbs 5-11. we put all of our luggage into 8 pieces we also had full load 3 individuals at over 200 plus lbs and 3 women 160lbs each lot of weigh on car which put a drag on it traveling down Florida hwy. Not sure of its reliability though..

[@mau3304]

48petey Yeah man I was in a q7 and xc90 both at similar price and the volvo offered so much more luxurious things like the fridge with champagne. and the build quality of the volvo still was better than the audi one and i think that white black interior is just a real breakthrou especially the steering wheel is gorgous

[@willsmithorg]

Great review. It's a shame UK car media is just Top Gear, which should be classed as comedy not factual. Your review is informative with just enough humour.

[@kraenk12]

There are many great car channels from the UK which are not Top Gear!

[@stephanol6254]

Why is everyone so opinionated? Look to the official scores : AUDI : Adult Occupant 94% Child 88% Pedestrian 70% Safety Assist 76% VOLVO: Adult Occupant 97% Child 87% Pedestrian 72% Safety Assist 100%, These car are the safest cars you can buy it is a neck to neck race you can say that each car is equal what matters the impact damage/crash to the car. Of course the Safety Assist is better from Volvo, they are always at number 1 for their safety but Audi is getting there as well and by the way audi's are beautiful, comfy, safe, and sporty cars with the best fuel efficiency. So at the end... both cars are great to have! it's more about the looks then safety. Thank you all!

[@susand1177]

Excellent, someone speaks the truth at last. However, I've seen data giving the Q7 an edge with safety features, but both closely matched, for sure.

[@b0mberman]

Excellent review. I shared pretty much all of your insights on both vehicles after back to back test drives. Thanks for your input!

[@empirestate8791]

In the US, the XC90 T8 Inscription (with all options including massaging seats and Bowers Wilkins sound system) is going for about $68,000 after dealer discounts and PHEV rebate. A similarly specced Q7 will cost more than 80k, while a similarly priced Q7 will lack the Volvo's bells and whistles. And even though the Volvo is cheaper, it has a more stylish interior, better infotainment system, better gas mileage, better acceleration, and a semi-autonomous driving system. The main advantages of the Q7 are the handling and ride quality, but the Volvo isn't bad in those two categories by any means. The Q7 is a great car, but I think it's a bit too overpriced. And for 90k USD fully loaded (all option boxes checked), it's just not worth it.

[@markomircea6841]

Like the way you guys accentuate some history facts, it's interesting and NEW! Like the pre-conomcal crisys design etc. Nice video!

[@kobalov1]

volvo is much better looking.... and oh god that mess inside audi... so many buttons.... nope. xd

[@johngreenberg]

lightgorm Yeah the buttons are history

[@the80386]

buttons are much better and redundant design. easy and cheaper to replace. screen in only fun until it fails and when it does, every function is suddenly gone

[@kobalov1]

ye you are right they are cheaper lmao :D screen can't fail bro.. maybe they can crack if you throw something at it....

[@riKringkast]

Excellent, excellent(!) review. So wonderfully nuanced, informative and cheery, I can't believe you weren't recruited for the new Top Gear on BBC2. Well done.

[@jcarlton411]

Great review and the landscape shots are terrific. Well done!

[@azharkacak1978]

thanks for hybrid CKD incentive in my country,XC90 T8 Inscription Plus (highest spec available) price just cost 66% of Audi Q7 price.

[@AverageInvestor]

I prefer the Volvo, especially regarding safety issues.

[@susand1177]

Have you researched this hypothesis? The Q7 scores for safety pretty much match the Volvo.

[@HawaiWillSink]

Great work! First video i saw from you and i'm thrilled - keep on your good work! :)

[@gorerix]

Saw this video and must say great and compact review! You have a new subscriber! Greetings from Germany

[@Carscoza]

+gorerix Thank you, we hope you'll enjoy the rest of our videos

[@paradox...]

"The ride is firm. It's very smooth, but it's definitely on the firm side." wat

[@abc52141]

Paradox the most controversial car review I have ever seen. And q7 is always on the foreground! Looks like advertising

[@aryapradhanad186]

Paradox It's the truth that the Q7 has a better ride quality

[@petraws5911]

When you sit in a volvo you know that the car will do everything to protect you from every kind of danger . So i choose volvo ! Also volvo is made by people living 365 days in snow , that means (for me ) the know how to protect you from sliding . Also they know how important an awd system is in icy conditions !

[@16jker]

What country is that, place looks scenic as fuck?!

[@Carscoza]

+16jker Thank you, it is quite lovely here. We're based in Cape Town, South Africa.

[@red_alert]

Home

[@icenberg6658]

Who gives a duck about the scenery when you can look at the Volvo XC90 :P

[@cndam]

South Africa - he does mention "Rand" as the currency

[@hekasoram]

What beach/promenade was that at the end with the waves?

[@Danielisak]

I'd rather have the Volvo

[@shalomkr26]

volvo will be my choice

[@TheASTrader]

The Audi already looks dated.

[@Hazard00001]

Man! Your reviews are just amazingly beautiful. Top notch video editing skills coupled with breath-taking scenery! I love it. Can you include your music playlist in the video description?

[@michaelchen7945]

You did a fantastic review on these vehicles. My wife and I are having twins and you definitely made our choice much easier. Thanks for your hard work on this review.

[@Carscoza]

+Michael Chen Great to hear, thank you. Let us know what it's like living with your purchase.

[@curleypubes3672]

the q7 is awesome ... only wish it were little more eye catching on the outside

[@marcuskrabaten6435]

Amazing Review of two great cars - Greetings from Sweden! Subscribed :)

[@somebodykellevress800]

great clip. solved my problem just right. Thank you :D

[@fortune300]

Really thinking of buying the XC90 soon but what is the strongest diesel, was it the one they where testing here? The nicest looking car today! What a amazing interior!

[@dragonvlv]

Volvo doesn't rust like Mercedes, has more reliable engines than Audi (see at "engines reliability index warranty direct), is more comfortable than Bmw, is much more beautiful than Lexus. In my opinion the best car in the world with no doubt. I am a Volvo fan since 20 years.

[@akceleracevideoblogy417]

Great review. Thank you. I have decided to buy SQ7

[@malkabard8871]

Akcelerace Videoblogy just got one last week getting another one in three month and I also have a regular q7 (I'm a car dealer) for myself and I also have the new Volvo s90

[@kongkl]

xc90 is much better

[@jorisdegroot1661]

I got the T8 XC90 and quite honestly, it eats up the Q7 in every aspect. I drove both and to me, it offers much more performance, is much more quiet and gives me a feeling of Zen when driving. Whenever a Q7 is on my tail, I just let the 400 bhp speak for itself. Not a competition imo.

[@liquidchrome8712]

+Joris De Groot An XC90 with T8 is a roadmonster :) Eats every Q7 in its way

[@peterrozkowiec6828]

An SQ7'll eat your Volvo for breakfast.

[@carlito0143]

Nope...this cannot end in a draw...that Volvo is so so so much sexier compared to the Audi...great review btw...

[@chrisclark3663]

Listening to this guy talk is therapeutic. He should be a therapist. haha. PS. we went with the volvo. 4 kids so it made sense. Test drove both, and we're very pleased.

[@jody024]

Beautifully shot video and a detailed review, well done.

[@Optimus79Prime]

Great review,i am subscribed.And nice footage!Where is this place?

[@Carscoza]

+Igor Begovič Hi there and thanks for the comment. We're based in Cape Town, South Africa.

[@Tipko]

+Igor Begovič Indeed, I also just wanted to comment that the scenery is beautiful!

[@adnansharif4761]

Great review well done man...thoroughly enjoyed it! I'll keep my mountain bike for now...

[@willcolhoun1780]

Just ordered Volvo XC90 inscription. Can't wait.

[@antanadar]

The statement "don't take the beige, because it gets easily dirty" can be dismissed. Use it since three years in my XC60 (the same as here in the XC90) and it is still great.

[@LarsRR]

I think it's fair to say, that there is no clear winner. The Audi is more luxurious (I have tested both in real life) and more fun to drive. The Volvo is an even better car for large families and better value for money. You will have to decide what's more important to you. I chose the Q7 for myself, but the big winner is Volvo as a brand to be at least on the same level as Audi.

[@alabhaya9]

Hey lovely city , could u please mention the name of the city and by the way the XC 90 should b the winner

[@Carscoza]

+Alabhaya Tandon Hello! We are in Cape Town, South Africa.

[@aabidamn]

+cars.co.za You should've mentioned whether the Q7 is worth the extra price or not. Other than that, nice review.

[@danfanu2420]

Having owned both cars, both built in 2015, I can say there is really no comparison between the 2. While the Volvo wins at bootspace and 3row seat comfort, maybe even the exterior design, that's about it...Everything else goes hands down to the Audi. And what are you looking for in such an expensive car? Comfort, quality, tech etc.! And there really and truly is a HUGE difference between those 2. Forget about KZbin videos, I'm talking about real life, long-term experience. The Audi is 1 or 2 classes above the Volvo. Well, looking at the comments here, I can tell cars will always be reason for BIAS!

[@robtaylor4365]

Great review! Beautiful scenery too (from Vancouver BC)

[@PKMMK157127]

Nice review however, guys who don't have kids don't buy these kinda cars. It's a common sense... I've never been fan of Volvo and always liked Audi but in this race Volvo nailed it. It's a sheer winner... hands down. Better looking, more Space, better Pricing... It's a no brainer. Go for Volvo XC90. It's beautiful. It has won all the possible awards that an automotive industry can give out for any vehicle in a year. Looked at Volvo, Range Rover, Jaguar, Mercedes, Porsche, Audi, Lexus, Acura, Cadillac, Buick, etc. and ended up deciding on XC90 Volvo...2016/2017 SUV of the Year...

[@Moisi547]

Congrats to the designers at Volvo!

[@masterblaster6470]

nice cars but what a beautiful place!!!!!!

[@Carscoza]

+Dawid Sidlo that's Cape Town for you...

[@theach84]

+Cars.co.za Cape town where? seems like europe since you are driving on the other side of the road?

[@Carscoza]

+theach8 Cape Town, South Africa

[@alenko4763]

+theach8 LOL this whole comment.. facepalm

[@theach84]

Why is everyone giving me stick about not knowing where cape town is? Not everyone or every culture knows where cape town is so you should all get over it or back off. Its not like I'm asking where is south Africa or asking where is London. Depending on your life and the things you have been exposed to its understandable if a person does not know this. Facepalm all you want. Bruh!

[@Spacemanwho1]

Would love to see you guys reviewing the new discovery. Good quality vids. 👍

[@0909ttt]

Q7 looks better, both elegant and bold. Audi

[@stefanivanov8408]

for 6 years i repair many audi q 7 and never repair an volvo.....

[@IncogNito-vz9tm]

Hint: he works for an Audi repair shop lol

[@dailyforman]

I like your dialect, sounds posh and elegant kinda

[@bustadog1000]

great unbiased test, you tested the things that actually matter day to day in a car .commended

[@Phuongxmai]

Consumer report ranked the Audi Q7 #1 Mid Size Luxury SUV 2019, beating Lexus and Mercedes. The Volvo XC90 is #9. One factor is very poor reliability.

[@muhammadarslan4045]

One Audi for me!! Audi is pure love ❤️

[@gthausde]

the volvo looks 10x better, the new q7 looks like a vw, boring. I like the tech and the engines in the q7 more tho.

[@lukef00]

This soundtrack.. sometimes it sounds like a John Carpenter movie (it's a compliment). Anyway Volvo looks really good but I don't undestand all the hate for new Q7 design... it is pretty good as well. For interiors, Volvo reminds me a kind of evolution of a Range Rover design.

[@Ante_Knezevic]

The taste may differ, the safety is on Volvo's side but everything else like luxury, quality, reliability, sportiness, driving pleasure, engine, 4x4.. is on Audi's side. Hard any car can match Audi in these segments, it's a pure premium car. But i agree with the looks, they screwed it up..

[@mf_dlomo]

Audi has the same safety systems as Volvo, it's just that they are optional extras

[@Ante_Knezevic]

Monde Fezile Dlomo I mean, Volvo is known to be the safest car brand i'd like to see some comparisons against the Q7 on test..

[@EdwardSinclair]

Audi, reliability? Are you sure? Aren't Volvos more reliable than Audis?

[@Ante_Knezevic]

Alexandra Sinclair Yes, in top 5 most reliable..

[@Ante_Knezevic]

***** If you mean interior looks that's a one's opinion but in terms of quality it's just superior. And the infotainment system is probably the best there is. Maybe mercedes can pair it but that's that.

[@JwizzleMnizzle]

like the review but why not compare the xc90 T8? the volvo is surely much cheaper to drive. specially in tax climates as the Netherlands.

[@SDav21]

But in South Africa we get no incentives at all for buying hybrid or electric so to off set the much much higher initial purchase prices would take years.

[@satnitcboy]

You can answer the cargo capacity this way (manufacturer supplied numbers): XC90 = 85.7 SF total (2426.7 litres) Q7 = 71.6 SF total (2027.5 litres) Factoring relative height/width/depth, one or the other might suit your needs better, absolute capacity not always being the deciding point. As to 2nd and 3rd row seating, the XC90 seems - as seen in other reviews - to offer easier in//out of that 3rd row. Also look at front/back motion for the 2nd row, reclining 2nd row, location of AC, storage etc for rear passengers. A passenger car asks you to see how well the passengers are accommodated.

[@chaitanyakumarsamardhi2176]

Things you should have covered, but didn't: 1) Safety 2) Adaptive Driving (Auto Pilot) 3) 7 Seats comfort (why else would I be looking at these 2 cars instead of the GLE or the X5) 4) Service costs and frequency 5) Warranty- Yes, a big deal

[@Jzx100itsgoood]

XC90 also came with the T8 2L twin turbo and super charger and hybrid at full power pushing out 400bhp double the D5

[@Tomskii5]

any beige interior gets dirty really quickly.. c'mon man..

[@manavtalreja4324]

+Tomskii5 there is option for black interior . c'mon man u sound so stupid

[@Tomskii5]

hasta la vista baby that's not even the point I'm trying to make. Watch the review, you'll know what I was reacting to.

[@edijares1543]

I've owned a '04 XC90 T6 beige interior for twelve years and it did not get dirty under normal use...c'mon man.

[@adamslm2027]

@@manavtalreja4324 Well hello fake news

[@gani2an1]

Test drove each of these two cars yesterday. Three hours with each one. If you are serious about knowing the real differences. Read carefully. Ride comfort Audi wins..... The air suspension is beautiful. Couldn't feel any roads bumps even with 21 inch wheels. Volvo was comfy too until you hit a bump on the road. In that case, you feel the whole car shake like it is going to fall apart. Even with the 20 inch wheels and air suspension that it had. Cabin Engine noise...Audi wins.... .. You can hardly hear the engine in the Audi. With volvo you hear it when you push the engine hard. Also the air-con in the volvo is devastatingly noisy.. I could not believe it. You can not hear each other talking when the air-con is on maximum fan speed. Deal breaker right there. Seat comfort...Volvo wins...... Volvo seats are really by far better than audi seats. Interier space...Volvo wins...... But audi has a lot of space...But Volvo has a tiny bit more. 3rd row seats ....Volvo wins by far.... more comfy...more space. and air conned. Looks.... obviously Volvo wins..... Safety .....surprise surprise ....Audi wins...IMO ...... Audi was perfect on the road...it behaved and didn't surprise me at any time.... Volvo was not so sure footed... or sure wheeled :-) .... The engine would jerk here and there .... and the steering wheel would just swing off in its own funny direction unexpectedly ... maybe it was the lane keeping assist. The tablet in the volvo is fantastic..... when you are not moving..... Once you are driving ..... you really can not operate it safely... That tablet is really a dangerous thing to have in a car. I tried to turn on the radio when I was on the highway.... I had to take my eyes off the road for much longer than I would have to in the Audi. But maybe it was because I was not used to the system yet. But still .... that for me is also a deal breaker.... Hope this helps someone.... I am buying my Audi Q7 tomorrow. beautiful car overall ..... ugly outside.... but outstanding car still.

[@Harvey017]

Millionaire365 Great honest review. Although the Volvo has aggressive styling in the front I think the rear is not too pleasing to the eye. I think the Q7 looks great if you get the S line in white with 21" wheels. Regardless I've test driven both and I couldn't agree more, the Q7 has the better ride and performance by far. You just helped confirm what I already knew, I'm going out and buying the Q7 asap.

[@gani2an1]

I took delivery of my Q7 5 months ago. And it has been 5 months of pure pleasure. No major problem with the car. everything is perfect. The only complaint is that the car has squeaky door. Unbelievable but true. Oil does not get rid of the problem. I spoke to the dealer and he said they know about the problem. Easy to fix. apart from that, the car is a dream. I am glad I didnt go for the volvo. I have been reading so many negative horror stories from people who bought. I would not hesitate to buy this car again if given another chance. But next time it will be the SQ7 :-)

[@mrkruger5108]

Millionaire365 lol apparently you test drove both but you say volvo have more space in 3rd row which is false.

[@eliasandersson3654]

You're wrong, the XC90 is the Most safe car on the market.

[@largon2008]

I'm so glad I got the pearl white xc90 r design 2016 now I want to find some good staggered rims/wheels for it I know it can enhance the sporty look a lot more..

[@siddharthsabu9334]

Fantastic review, did complete justice to the cars.

[@yassineidbelaid2156]

The q7 design is so boring it looks like a big a3 ,I prefer the first model

[@johngreenberg]

Yassine Idbelaid the back of q7 car are a bit horrible

[@susand1177]

John Green - how much are Volvo paying you per comment slagging off the Q7? Lol

[@johngreenberg]

Susan D 999,999 Euro

[@26lumma]

Q7 of course

[@BokiBoleBoki]

Q7 is classy, XC90 is more interesting. You've chosen bad color for Q7, white and blue are best. I would like to have both.