2018 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2018 BMW 6 Series
When we compare the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback's and the 2018 BMW 6 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 BMW 6 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback's and the 2018 BMW 6 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback is a better car than the 2018 BMW 6 Series.
2018 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2018 BMW 6 Series Pricing
A used 2018 Audi S5 Sportback ranges from $28,490 to $42,594 while a used 2018 BMW 6 Series is priced between $28,348 to $49,243.
2018 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2018 BMW 6 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback loses 49.1 percent of its value and the 2018 BMW 6 Series loses 59.2 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback retains 10.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 BMW 6 Series.
2018 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2018 BMW 6 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S5 Sportback is 7.5 out of 10 while the BMW 6 Series' quality rating is 7.0 out of 10. This results in the Audi S5 Sportback being ranked 14 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks and the BMW 6 Series being ranked 16 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
2018 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2018 BMW 6 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S5 Sportback is 7.0 out of 10. For the BMW 6 Series the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the BMW 6 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi S5 Sportback.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback’s base engine makes 354 horsepower, and the 2018 BMW 6 Series base engine makes 315 horsepower. The S5 Sportback is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The 6 Series is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles.This gives the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 BMW 6 Series the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 BMW 6 Series, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2018 Audi S5 Sportback, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of cargo space. The 2018 Audi S5 Sportback and 2018 BMW 6 Series are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
28490 - 42594
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.491082
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
28348 - 49243
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.592112
Audi S5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.55 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 6 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.030344 / 10
Reliability:
7.060688 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S5 Sportback Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 36Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 31BMW 6 Series Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 11Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 24Ranking
19 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Audi S5 Sportback Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
2018 BMW 6 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):
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:
354 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.090 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
315 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
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
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
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
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
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
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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
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:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3924 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.5 inches
Length:
187.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4165 lbs
Width:
82.3 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
197.1 inches
Wheelbase:
116.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18