Audi A5 vs. BMW 2 Series
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi A5 and BMW 2 Series contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Audi A5 and the BMW 2 Series.
When we compare the Audi A5's and the BMW 2 Series's specifications and ratings, the Audi A5 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The BMW 2 Series has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Audi A5's and the BMW 2 Series's specifications and ratings, the BMW 2 Series is a better car than the Audi A5.
Pricing: For a new model, the Audi A5's price is between $51,621 and $61,081, with the BMW 2 Series priced between $42,804 and $60,269.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A5 loses 45.3 percent of its value and the BMW 2 Series loses 42.5 percent of its value. This means the BMW 2 Series retains 2.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A5.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A5 is 7.8 out of 10 while the BMW 2 Series' quality rating is 6.8 out of 10. This results in the Audi A5 being ranked 13 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the BMW 2 Series being ranked 22 out of 36.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A5 is 8.0 out of 10. For the BMW 2 Series the reliability rating is 5.8 out of 10. This gives the Audi A5 an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 2 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi A5’s base engine makes 261 horsepower, and the BMW 2 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower. The A5 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. The 2 Series is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles.This gives the BMW 2 Series the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Audi A5 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The BMW 2 Series, a subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The Audi A5, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room, rear leg room and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$51,621 - $61,081
Starting MSRP:
$48,400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$48,375
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$31,800 - $79,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$42,804 - $60,269
Starting MSRP:
$38,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Subcompact Cars)
$58,130
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Subcompact Cars)
$38,800 - $98,950
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$52,490
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$35,163 - $100,522
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
372
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
138
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$47,250
Price Range:
$38,784 - $57,653
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Subcompact Cars)
$67,794
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Subcompact Cars)
$47,250 - $119,964
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,319
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
2,052
# Good or Great Deals:
70
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$22,211
Depreciation %:
45.9%
Resale Value $:
$26,189
Residual Value %:
54.1%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
48.9%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
33.5% - 53.5%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$16,823
Depreciation %:
43.4%
Resale Value $:
$21,977
Residual Value %:
56.6%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Subcompact Cars)
42.7%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Subcompact Cars)
40% - 44%
Audi A5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 2 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.8 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi A5
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
9.6
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
10.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
8.1 - 14.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW 2 Series
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
13
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Subcompact Cars)
11.2
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Subcompact Cars)
11.1 - 13
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.7%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
1.2 - 14.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
10.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact Cars)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact Cars)
2.1 - 10.4
Audi A5 Rankings
Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 31Ranking
26 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36BMW 2 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
BMW 2 Series Trim Levels
230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, 228i Gran Coupe, 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, M235i xDrive Gran Coupe
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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
261 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 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):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 490 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):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3446 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
179 inches
Wheelbase:
107.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 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:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Navarra Blue Metallic
Gray
Chronos Gray Metallic / Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Green
District Green Metallic
Red
Progressive Red Metallic
White
Arkona White / Glacier White Metallic
Purple
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Portimao Blue Metallic
Gray
Brooklyn Grey Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Melbourne Red Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Purple
Thundernight Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Atlas Beige
Black
Black
Brown
Okapi Brown
Gray
Rock Gray
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Canberra Beige
Black
Black / Black w/ Blue Contrast Stitching
Brown
Cognac
Gray
Oyster
Red
Tacora Red
