2018 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2018 Honda Civic
In comparing the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback's and the 2018 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2018 Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback's and the 2018 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Honda Civic is a better car than the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback.
2018 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2018 Honda Civic Pricing
A used 2018 Audi A5 Sportback ranges from $21,930 to $32,998 while a used 2018 Honda Civic is priced between $15,450 to $24,995.
2018 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2018 Honda Civic Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback loses 49 percent of its value and the 2018 Honda Civic loses 30.4 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Honda Civic retains 18.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback.
2018 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2018 Honda Civic Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A5 Sportback is 8.1 out of 10 while the Honda Civic's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Audi A5 Sportback being ranked 9 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks and the Honda Civic being ranked 2 out of 26 Best Compact Cars.
2018 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2018 Honda Civic Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A5 Sportback is 6.2 out of 10. For the Honda Civic the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A5 Sportback.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback’s base engine makes 252 horsepower, and the 2018 Honda Civic base engine makes 158 horsepower. The A5 Sportback is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles.This gives the 2018 Honda Civic the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback the advantage in maximum range. The A5 Sportback uses premium unleaded, and the Civic uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2018 Honda Civic has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2018 Audi A5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback and the 2018 Honda Civic have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21930 - 32998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.490371
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15450 - 24995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.304053
Audi A5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.958065 / 10
Reliability:
8.774194 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Audi A5 Sportback Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 31Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 25Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
30 out of / 36Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
9 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Audi A5 Sportback Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
2018 Honda Civic 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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
252 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
138 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 40 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
21.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3704 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.6 inches
Length:
186.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2742 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/55R16