2018 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI
When comparing the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback's and the 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI 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 S5 Sportback's and the 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI is a better car than the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback.
2018 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI Pricing
A used 2018 Audi S5 Sportback ranges from $28,490 to $42,594 while a used 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced between $18,867 to $27,999.
2018 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI 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 Volkswagen Golf GTI loses 39.8 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI retains 9.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback.
2018 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S5 Sportback is 7.5 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Golf GTI's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Audi S5 Sportback being ranked 14 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks and the Volkswagen Golf GTI being ranked 6 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks.
2018 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S5 Sportback is 7.0 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Golf GTI the reliability rating is 7.3 out of 10. This gives the Volkswagen Golf GTI 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 Volkswagen Golf GTI base engine makes 220 horsepower. The S5 Sportback is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The Golf GTI is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 436 miles.This gives the 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback the advantage in maximum range. The S5 Sportback uses premium unleaded, and the Golf GTI uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room and rear leg room. The 2018 Audi S5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI 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:
28490 - 42594
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.491082
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18867 - 27999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39811
Audi S5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.55 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Golf GTI Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
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 / 31Volkswagen Golf GTI Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 18Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 28Ranking
32 out of / 43Ranking
33 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Audi S5 Sportback Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI Trim Levels
Autobahn, S, SE
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:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
220 hp @ 4700 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 436 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
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
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
110.9 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:
3062 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
168 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 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 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18