Audi A7 vs. Audi S5 Sportback
When we compare the Audi A7's and the Audi S5 Sportback's specifications and ratings, the Audi A7 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The Audi S5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A7's and the Audi S5 Sportback's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Audi A7 vs. Audi S5 Sportback Pricing
For a new model, the Audi A7's price is between $79,366 and $89,748, with the Audi S5 Sportback priced between $64,305 and $72,964.
Audi A7 vs. Audi S5 Sportback Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A7 loses 56.1 percent of its value and the Audi S5 Sportback loses 49.1 percent of its value. This means the Audi S5 Sportback retains 7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A7.
Audi A7 vs. Audi S5 Sportback Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A7 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Audi S5 Sportback's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi A7 being ranked 15 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks and the Audi S5 Sportback being ranked 14 out of 25.
Audi A7 vs. Audi S5 Sportback Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A7 is 7.6 out of 10. For the Audi S5 Sportback the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Audi A7 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi S5 Sportback.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A7’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the Audi S5 Sportback base engine makes 349 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi A7, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Audi S5 Sportback, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front head room. The Audi A7 and Audi S5 Sportback are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
79366 - 89748
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.560875
Pricing
New Asking Price:
64305 - 72964
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.491082
Audi A7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi S5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.55 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A7 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
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16 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 24Ranking
24 out of / 25Audi S5 Sportback Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 36Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 31Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A7 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 55 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 TFSI
Audi S5 Sportback Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
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
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:
335 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
349 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 444 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
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
24.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 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:
4343 lbs
Width:
83.4 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
195.6 inches
Wheelbase:
115.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3924 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.6 inches
Length:
187.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19