2021 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2021 Toyota Avalon
When we compare the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback's and the 2021 Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2021 Toyota Avalon has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback's and the 2021 Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Toyota Avalon is a better car than the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback.
2021 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2021 Toyota Avalon Pricing
A used 2021 Audi A5 Sportback ranges from $26,797 to $41,993 while a used 2021 Toyota Avalon is priced between $26,942 to $41,482.
2021 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2021 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon loses 47.7 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Toyota Avalon retains 1.3 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 Toyota Avalon Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A5 Sportback is 8.1 out of 10 while the Toyota Avalon's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Audi A5 Sportback being ranked 9 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks and the Toyota Avalon being ranked 1 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
2021 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2021 Toyota Avalon Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A5 Sportback is 6.2 out of 10. For the Toyota Avalon the reliability rating is 9.8 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Avalon a substantial 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 Toyota Avalon base engine makes 301 horsepower. The A5 Sportback is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The Avalon is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. This gives the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Toyota Avalon. The A5 Sportback uses premium unleaded, and the Avalon uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Toyota Avalon, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2021 Audi A5 Sportback, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Audi A5 Sportback and the 2021 Toyota Avalon have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26797 - 41993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.490371
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26942 - 41482
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.477327
Audi A5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Avalon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.884529 / 10
Reliability:
9.753589 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A5 Sportback Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 31Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 25Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
30 out of / 36Toyota Avalon Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
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 Toyota Avalon Trim Levels
Limited, Touring, TRD, XLE, XSE Nightshade
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
301 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 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:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 450 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:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
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:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
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:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.3 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:
3570 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 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:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17