2015 BMW 5 Series vs. 2015 Audi S4
When we compare the 2015 BMW 5 Series's and the 2015 Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the 2015 BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2015 Audi S4 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 BMW 5 Series's and the 2015 Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the 2015 BMW 5 Series is a better car than the 2015 Audi S4.
2015 BMW 5 Series vs. 2015 Audi S4 Pricing
A used 2015 BMW 5 Series ranges from $11,499 to $24,587 while a used 2015 Audi S4 is priced between $15,385 to $31,497.
2015 BMW 5 Series vs. 2015 Audi S4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 BMW 5 Series loses 59.1 percent of its value and the 2015 Audi S4 loses 48.4 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Audi S4 retains 10.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 BMW 5 Series.
2015 BMW 5 Series vs. 2015 Audi S4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 5 Series is 8.4 out of 10 while the Audi S4's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the BMW 5 Series being ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Audi S4 being ranked 10 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars.
2015 BMW 5 Series vs. 2015 Audi S4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 5 Series is 8.3 out of 10. For the Audi S4 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Audi S4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 5 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 BMW 5 Series’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2015 Audi S4 base engine makes 333 horsepower. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 629 miles. The S4 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 419 miles. This gives the 2015 BMW 5 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2015 Audi S4. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2015 BMW 5 Series, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11499 - 24587
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59095
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15385 - 31497
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483566
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.444269 / 10
Reliability:
8.332809 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi S4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.33583 / 10
Reliability:
8.471659 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 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 / 29Audi S4 Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
22 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 31Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
2015 Audi S4 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
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):
Not yet available
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:
240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
333 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
325 foot-lbs @ 2900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.086 hp per pound
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):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 629 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
274 / 419 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
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:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3869 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
55.4 inches
Length:
185.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/40R18