Acura TLX vs. Audi A5
When we compare the Acura TLX's and the Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, interior volume and base engine power. The Audi A5 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Acura TLX's and the Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Acura TLX vs. Audi A5 Pricing
For a new model, the Acura TLX's price is between $41,219 and $58,345, with the Audi A5 priced between $51,391 and $59,860.
Acura TLX vs. Audi A5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Acura TLX loses 51.1 percent of its value and the Audi A5 loses 46.3 percent of its value. This means the Audi A5 retains 4.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Acura TLX.
Acura TLX vs. Audi A5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura TLX is 8.4 out of 10 while the Audi A5's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Acura TLX being ranked 9 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Audi A5 being ranked 6 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks.
Acura TLX vs. Audi A5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura TLX is 7.2 out of 10. For the Audi A5 the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Audi A5 an advantage in reliability compared to the Acura TLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura TLX’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the Audi A5 base engine makes 261 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Acura TLX, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Audi A5, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Acura TLX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Acura TLX has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
41219 - 58345
Used Asking Price:
36185 - 55998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.511408
Pricing
New Asking Price:
51391 - 59860
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463451
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.366666 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.933333 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TLX Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Audi A5 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 25Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
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26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
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30 out of / 33Ranking
31 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura TLX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD Type S, SH-AWD Type S PMC Edition, SH-AWD Type S w/Perf. Wheel+Tire, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, w/A-SPEC, w/Tech
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
272 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
261 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
349 / 491 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
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
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.4 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:
3709 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
194.6 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3682 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18