Audi RS 5 vs. BMW M4
When we compare the Audi RS 5 to the BMW M4, the Audi RS 5 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The BMW M4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Audi RS 5 and BMW M4 have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi RS 5 versus the BMW M4, the BMW M4 is a better car than the Audi RS 5.
Audi RS 5 versus BMW M4 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Audi RS 5 ranges from $60,943 to $75,702 while a used BMW M4 from the same model year range is priced between $54,720 to $78,699. For a new model, the Audi RS 5's price is between $81,701 and $99,637, with the BMW M4 priced between $79,624 and $110,288.
Audi RS 5 versus BMW M4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi RS 5 and BMW M4 is 7.3 out of 10. With both vehicles earning the same number they are extremely competitive in their vehicle segment. Audi RS 5 is ranked 17 out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars and BMW M4 is ranked 18 out of 40, with their respective reliability, retained value, and safety ratings used to break the tie, in that order.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi RS 5’s base engine makes 444 horsepower, and the BMW M4 base engine makes 473 horsepower. The RS 5 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 398 miles. The M4 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 359 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are sports cars, the BMW M4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Audi RS 5 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$81,701 - $99,637
Used Asking Price:
$60,943 - $75,702
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
42.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$79,624 - $110,288
Used Asking Price:
$54,720 - $78,699
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.4%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
17 out of / 40iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
18 out of / 40Ranking
21 out of / 40Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
2.9T quattro
Trim Levels
Competition xDrive
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:
444 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
442 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.111 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
473 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 2650 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.123 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
275 / 398 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
250 / 359 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3990 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
53.5 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3830 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
265/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
275/40R18
