2021 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2021 BMW 4 Series
When we compare the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback's and the 2021 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2021 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback's and the 2021 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW 4 Series is a better car than the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback.
2021 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2021 BMW 4 Series Pricing
A used 2021 Audi A5 Sportback ranges from $26,991 to $41,998 while a used 2021 BMW 4 Series is priced between $35,776 to $53,994.
2021 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2021 BMW 4 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback loses 49 percent of its value and the 2021 BMW 4 Series loses 46.9 percent of its value. This means the 2021 BMW 4 Series retains 2.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback.
2021 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2021 BMW 4 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A5 Sportback is 8.1 out of 10 while the BMW 4 Series' quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Audi A5 Sportback being ranked 15 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars and the BMW 4 Series being ranked 16 out of 30. Out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars, the Audi A5 Sportback is ranked 16 and the BMW 4 Series is ranked 18.
2021 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2021 BMW 4 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A5 Sportback is 6.2 out of 10. For the BMW 4 Series the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the BMW 4 Series an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A5 Sportback.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the 2021 BMW 4 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower. The A5 Sportback is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The 4 Series is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 530 miles. This gives the 2021 BMW 4 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2021 Audi A5 Sportback 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:
$26,991 - $41,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$35,776 - $53,994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.9%
Audi A5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 4 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A5 Sportback Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 15Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 36Ranking
17 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 25Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36BMW 4 Series Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 33Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 26Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
25 out of / 32Ranking
27 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Audi A5 Sportback Trim Levels
quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Prestige 40 TFSI, quattro Prestige 45 TFSI
2021 BMW 4 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
201 hp @ 4475 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 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):
26 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
406 / 530 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:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
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:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 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 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3759 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.6 inches
Length:
187.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3578 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.6 inches
Length:
187.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
