Acura ILX vs. Audi A5
In comparing the Acura ILX's and the Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the Acura ILX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Audi A5 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Acura ILX's and the Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the Audi A5 is a better car than the Acura ILX.
Acura ILX vs. Audi A5 Pricing
A used 2022 Acura ILX ranges from $24,895 to $32,977 while a used 2022 Audi A5 is priced between $36,666 to $48,837.
Acura ILX vs. Audi A5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Acura ILX loses 48 percent of its value and the Audi A5 loses 46.3 percent of its value. This means the Audi A5 retains 1.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Acura ILX.
Acura ILX vs. Audi A5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura ILX is 8.7 out of 10 while the Audi A5's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Acura ILX being ranked 8 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Audi A5 being ranked 3 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Acura ILX is ranked 8 and the Audi A5 is ranked 3.
Acura ILX vs. Audi A5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura ILX is 7.7 out of 10. For the Audi A5 the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Audi A5 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura ILX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura ILX’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Audi A5 base engine makes 261 horsepower. The ILX is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. The A5 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 474 miles.This gives the Acura ILX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Audi A5 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Acura ILX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Audi A5 has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Acura ILX 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:
$24,895 - $32,977
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$36,666 - $48,837
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.3%
Acura ILX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura ILX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
34 out of / 36Audi A5 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 32Ranking
21 out of / 25Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
31 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura ILX Trim Levels
Base, w/Premium, w/Premium w/A-SPEC, w/Tech w/A-SPEC
Audi A5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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 @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
261 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 449 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 474 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.3 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3095 lbs
Width:
70.6 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
182.2 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3638 lbs
Width:
79.8 inches
Height:
53.9 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18
