2018 BMW M2 vs. 2018 Audi S5
In comparing the 2018 BMW M2's and the 2018 Audi S5's specifications and ratings, the 2018 BMW M2 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2018 Audi S5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2018 BMW M2's and the 2018 Audi S5's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi S5 is a better car than the 2018 BMW M2.
2018 BMW M2 vs. 2018 Audi S5 Pricing
A used 2018 BMW M2 ranges from $37,731 to $51,375 while a used 2018 Audi S5 is priced between $28,112 to $41,059.
2018 BMW M2 vs. 2018 Audi S5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 BMW M2 loses 40.9 percent of its value and the 2018 Audi S5 loses 43.7 percent of its value. This means the 2018 BMW M2 retains 2.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Audi S5.
2018 BMW M2 vs. 2018 Audi S5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M2 is 6.9 out of 10 while the Audi S5's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the BMW M2 being ranked 20 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the Audi S5 being ranked 2 out of 33. Out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars, the BMW M2 is ranked 24 and the Audi S5 is ranked 2.
2018 BMW M2 vs. 2018 Audi S5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW M2 is 6.8 out of 10. For the Audi S5 the reliability rating is 9.2 out of 10. This gives the Audi S5 an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW M2.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 BMW M2’s base engine makes 365 horsepower, and the 2018 Audi S5 base engine makes 354 horsepower. The M2 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 356 miles. The S5 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. This gives the 2018 Audi S5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 BMW M2. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are sports cars, the 2018 BMW M2 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 Audi S5 has the advantage in the area of front shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
37731 - 51375
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.408632
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
28112 - 41059
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.436559
BMW M2 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
9.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M2 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 23Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
24 out of / 40Ranking
25 out of / 40Ranking
27 out of / 40Audi S5 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 23Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 40Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 40Ranking
23 out of / 40Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
27 out of / 33Ranking
35 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 BMW M2 Trim Levels
Base
2018 Audi S5 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:
365 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
343 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.106 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
354 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.092 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
247 / 356 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
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:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3450 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
176.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3836 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
53.9 inches
Length:
184.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R18