Audi A5 Sportback vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan
When we compare the Audi A5 Sportback's and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's specifications and ratings, the Audi A5 Sportback has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi A5 Sportback's and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan is a better car than the Audi A5 Sportback.
Audi A5 Sportback vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Pricing
For a new model, the Audi A5 Sportback's price is between $49,006 and $60,897, with the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan priced between $25,736 and $36,891.
Audi A5 Sportback vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A5 Sportback loses 49 percent of its value and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan loses 38 percent of its value. This means the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan retains 11 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A5 Sportback.
Audi A5 Sportback vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A5 Sportback is 8.1 out of 10 while the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Audi A5 Sportback being ranked 9 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan being ranked 5 out of 26 Best Compact Cars.
Audi A5 Sportback vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A5 Sportback is 6.2 out of 10. For the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan the reliability rating is 8.9 out of 10. This gives the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A5 Sportback.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A5 Sportback’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan base engine makes 191 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room and rear head room. The Audi A5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room cargo space. The Audi A5 Sportback and Mazda Mazda3 Sedan are comparable in regards to front shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi A5 Sportback and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
49006 - 60897
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.490371
Pricing
New Asking Price:
25736 - 36891
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.380239
Audi A5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.700839 / 10
Reliability:
8.902518 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Audi 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 / 36Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 18Ranking
10 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
40 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
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
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Trim Levels
2.5 Carbon Turbo, 2.5 S, 2.5 S Carbon Edition, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Select Sport, 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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 @ 4475 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
191 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
186 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 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
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
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
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:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.8 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3124 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 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:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16