2019 Audi A5 vs. 2019 BMW 4 Series
When comparing the 2019 Audi A5's and the 2019 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Audi A5 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2019 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2019 Audi A5 and 2019 BMW 4 Series have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Audi A5's and the 2019 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Audi A5 is a better car than the 2019 BMW 4 Series.
2019 Audi A5 vs. 2019 BMW 4 Series Pricing
A used 2019 Audi A5 ranges from $32,681 to $46,911 while a used 2019 BMW 4 Series is priced between $28,728 to $45,538.
2019 Audi A5 vs. 2019 BMW 4 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Audi A5 loses 45.2 percent of its value and the 2019 BMW 4 Series loses 47.3 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Audi A5 retains 2.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 BMW 4 Series.
2019 Audi A5 vs. 2019 BMW 4 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A5 is 7.8 out of 10 while the BMW 4 Series' quality rating is 7.1 out of 10. This results in the Audi A5 being ranked 5 out of 26 Best Luxury Convertibles and the BMW 4 Series being ranked 15 out of 26.
2019 Audi A5 vs. 2019 BMW 4 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A5 is 8.7 out of 10. For the BMW 4 Series the reliability rating is 7.4 out of 10. This gives the Audi A5 an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 4 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2019 Audi A5 and the 2019 BMW 4 Series makes 248 horsepower. Both the A5 and the 4 Series are rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 520 and 537 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2019 BMW 4 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2019 Audi A5 has the advantage in the area of cargo space. The 2019 Audi A5 and 2019 BMW 4 Series are comparable in regards to front shoulder room and rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$32,681 - $46,911
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$28,728 - $45,538
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.3%
Audi A5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 4 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 17Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
22 out of / 26BMW 4 Series Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Audi A5 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
2019 BMW 4 Series Trim Levels
430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe
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:
248 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 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):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
24 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
379 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.9 inches
Cargo Space:
9.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.8 inches
Cargo Space:
7.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3990 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.4 inches
Length:
184 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4037 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
54.5 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18