2013 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
In comparing the 2013 Audi A6's and the 2013 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2013 BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2013 Audi A6 and 2013 BMW 5 Series have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2013 Audi A6's and the 2013 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2013 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series Pricing
A used 2013 Audi A6 ranges from $9,496 to $20,061 while a used 2013 BMW 5 Series is priced between $8,950 to $18,999.
2013 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2013 Audi A6 loses 58.2 percent of its value and the 2013 BMW 5 Series loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the 2013 Audi A6 retains 0.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2013 BMW 5 Series.
2013 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A6 is 8.4 out of 10 while the BMW 5 Series' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Audi A6 being ranked 5 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the BMW 5 Series being ranked 13 out of 29.
2013 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A6 is 8.7 out of 10. For the BMW 5 Series the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Audi A6 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 5 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2013 Audi A6’s base engine makes 211 horsepower, and the 2013 BMW 5 Series base engine makes 240 horsepower. Both the A6 and the 5 Series are rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 653 and 629 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the 2013 BMW 5 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear head room. The 2013 Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2013 Audi A6 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9496 - 20061
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8950 - 18999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59095
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.444269 / 10
Reliability:
8.332809 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29BMW 5 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
2013 Audi A6 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
2013 BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
211 hp @ 4300 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
495 / 653 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
444 / 629 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3726 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
193.9 inches
Wheelbase:
114.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3814 lbs
Width:
82.8 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
193.1 inches
Wheelbase:
116.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17