2019 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2019 BMW 3 Series
When comparing the 2019 Audi S5 Sportback's and the 2019 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Audi S5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2019 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Audi S5 Sportback's and the 2019 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2019 BMW 3 Series is a better car than the 2019 Audi S5 Sportback.
2019 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2019 BMW 3 Series Pricing
A used 2019 Audi S5 Sportback ranges from $33,923 to $46,998 while a used 2019 BMW 3 Series is priced between $24,595 to $34,590.
2019 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2019 BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Audi S5 Sportback loses 49.1 percent of its value and the 2019 BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Audi S5 Sportback retains 3.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 BMW 3 Series.
2019 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2019 BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S5 Sportback is 7.5 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Audi S5 Sportback being ranked 17 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 30. Out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars, the Audi S5 Sportback is ranked 19 and the BMW 3 Series is ranked 6.
2019 Audi S5 Sportback vs. 2019 BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S5 Sportback is 7.0 out of 10. For the BMW 3 Series the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi S5 Sportback.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Audi S5 Sportback’s base engine makes 349 horsepower, and the 2019 BMW 3 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower. The S5 Sportback is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 562 miles. This gives the 2019 BMW 3 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Audi S5 Sportback. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2019 BMW 3 Series 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 2019 Audi S5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2019 BMW 3 Series 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:
33923 - 46998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.491082
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24595 - 34590
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Audi S5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.55 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 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 / 31BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Audi S5 Sportback Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
2019 BMW 3 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
349 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 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:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 36 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
406 / 562 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
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
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:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3935 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:
3589 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
185.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 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:
225/45R18