Audi S5 vs. BMW M4
In comparing the Audi S5's and the BMW M4's specifications and ratings, the Audi S5 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The BMW M4 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi S5's and the BMW M4's specifications and ratings, the Audi S5 is a better car than the BMW M4.
Audi S5 vs. BMW M4 Pricing
For a new model, the Audi S5's price is between $69,626 and $80,024, with the BMW M4 priced between $97,135 and $108,544.
Audi S5 vs. BMW M4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi S5 loses 45.4 percent of its value and the BMW M4 loses 43.7 percent of its value. This means the BMW M4 retains 1.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi S5.
Audi S5 vs. BMW M4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S5 is 7.7 out of 10 while the BMW M4's quality rating is 6.9 out of 10. This results in the Audi S5 being ranked 6 out of 26 Best Luxury Convertibles and the BMW M4 being ranked 18 out of 26. Out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars, the Audi S5 is ranked 10 and the BMW M4 is ranked 25.
Audi S5 vs. BMW M4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S5 is 8.5 out of 10. For the BMW M4 the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Audi S5 an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW M4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi S5’s base engine makes 349 horsepower, and the BMW M4 base engine makes 503 horsepower. The S5 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 413 miles. The M4 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 359 miles. This gives the Audi S5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M4. 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 and front leg room. The Audi S5 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$69,626 - $80,024
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$97,135 - $108,544
Used Asking Price:
$87,794 - $104,161
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.7%
Audi S5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S5 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 40Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 23Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 40Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 40Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
22 out of / 40Ranking
28 out of / 40Ranking
36 out of / 40BMW M4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 23Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 32Ranking
21 out of / 40Ranking
22 out of / 40Ranking
24 out of / 40Ranking
25 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi S5 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
BMW M4 Trim Levels
Competition xDrive, Base, Competition
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:
349 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
503 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
479 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.117 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):
20 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 413 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
250 / 359 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
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:
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:
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:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.9 inches
Cargo Space:
9.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
43.9 inches
Cargo Space:
9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4167 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.5 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4306 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R19
