Audi A5 vs. Cadillac ATS
When we compare the Audi A5's and the Cadillac ATS's specifications and ratings, the Audi A5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The Cadillac ATS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A5's and the Cadillac ATS's specifications and ratings, the Audi A5 is a better car than the Cadillac ATS.
Audi A5 vs. Cadillac ATS Pricing
A used 2019 Audi A5 ranges from $24,999 to $35,796 while a used 2019 Cadillac ATS is priced between $21,899 to $36,400.
Audi A5 vs. Cadillac ATS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A5 loses 46.3 percent of its value and the Cadillac ATS loses 47.7 percent of its value. This means the Audi A5 retains 1.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Cadillac ATS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A5’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Cadillac ATS base engine makes 272 horsepower. The A5 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The ATS is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. This gives the Audi A5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Cadillac ATS. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Audi A5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Cadillac ATS has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24999 - 35796
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463451
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21899 - 36400
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.477154
Audi A5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.933333 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac ATS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi 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
24 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
30 out of / 33Ranking
31 out of / 33Cadillac ATS Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
23 out of / 33Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Cadillac ATS Trim Levels
2.0T, 2.0T Luxury, 3.6L Premium Luxury, 3.6L Premium Performance
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:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
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:
248 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
272 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 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):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 520 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):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 480 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
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 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:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.1 inches
Cargo Space:
10.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3605 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54 inches
Length:
184 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3418 lbs
Width:
72.5 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
183.6 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/40R18