Audi A4 vs. Audi A5 Sportback
When we compare the Audi A4's and the Audi A5 Sportback's specifications and ratings, the Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The Audi A5 Sportback has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Audi A4 and Audi A5 Sportback have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A4's and the Audi A5 Sportback's specifications and ratings, the Audi A4 is a better car than the Audi A5 Sportback.
Audi A4 vs. Audi A5 Sportback Pricing
For a new model, the Audi A4's price is between $44,893 and $54,403, with the Audi A5 Sportback priced between $49,006 and $60,897.
Audi A4 vs. Audi A5 Sportback Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value and the Audi A5 Sportback loses 49 percent of its value. This means the Audi A5 Sportback retains 3.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A4.
Audi A4 vs. Audi A5 Sportback Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A4 is 8.8 out of 10 while the Audi A5 Sportback's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Audi A4 being ranked 3 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Audi A5 Sportback being ranked 13 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Audi A4 is ranked 3 and the Audi A5 Sportback is ranked 12.
Audi A4 vs. Audi A5 Sportback Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A4 is 8.7 out of 10. For the Audi A5 Sportback the reliability rating is 6.2 out of 10. This gives the Audi A4 an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A5 Sportback.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the Audi A4 and the Audi A5 Sportback makes 201 horsepower. Both the A4 and the A5 Sportback are rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 536 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Audi A4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Audi A5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space. The Audi A4 and Audi A5 Sportback are comparable in regards to front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi A4 and the Audi A5 Sportback have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
44893 - 54403
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Pricing
New Asking Price:
49006 - 60897
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.490371
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Audi 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 / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A4 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Prestige 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI, quattro S line Prestige 45 TFSI
Audi A5 Sportback Trim Levels
quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Prestige 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI, quattro S line Prestige 45 TFSI
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 4200 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 4475 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 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):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
398 / 536 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):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
398 / 536 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
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
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3638 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3726 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.6 inches
Length:
187.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18