2021 Audi S5 vs. 2020 BMW 4 Series
In comparing the 2021 Audi S5's and the 2020 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Audi S5 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Audi S5's and the 2020 BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Audi S5 is a better car than the 2020 BMW 4 Series.
2021 Audi S5 vs. 2020 BMW 4 Series Pricing
A used 2021 Audi S5 ranges from $44,465 to $58,730 while a used 2020 BMW 4 Series is priced between $24,989 to $41,221.
2021 Audi S5 vs. 2020 BMW 4 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Audi S5 loses 43.7 percent of its value and the 2020 BMW 4 Series loses 50 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Audi S5 retains 6.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 BMW 4 Series.
2021 Audi S5 vs. 2020 BMW 4 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S5 is 7.9 out of 10 while the BMW 4 Series' quality rating is 6.9 out of 10. This results in the Audi S5 being ranked 1 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks and the BMW 4 Series being ranked 21 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars.
2021 Audi S5 vs. 2020 BMW 4 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S5 is 9.2 out of 10. For the BMW 4 Series the reliability rating is 5.8 out of 10. This gives the Audi S5 a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 4 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Audi S5’s base engine makes 349 horsepower, and the 2020 BMW 4 Series base engine makes 248 horsepower. The S5 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 428 miles. The 4 Series is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. This gives the 2020 BMW 4 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Audi S5. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 BMW 4 Series, a compact car, 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 2021 Audi S5, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
44465 - 58730
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.436559
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24989 - 41221
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499867
Audi S5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
9.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 4 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi 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 / 40BMW 4 Series Rankings
Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 15Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 31Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
33 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Audi S5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
2020 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):
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:
349 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 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):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 428 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):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 537 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:
N/A
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:
N/A
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:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 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:
10.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
17 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3847 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3680 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
54.7 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:
255/35R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18