Audi S5 Sportback vs. Chevrolet Sonic
In comparing the Audi S5 Sportback's and the Chevrolet Sonic's specifications and ratings, the Audi S5 Sportback has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Chevrolet Sonic has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi S5 Sportback's and the Chevrolet Sonic's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Sonic is a better car than the Audi S5 Sportback.
Audi S5 Sportback vs. Chevrolet Sonic Pricing
A used 2020 Audi S5 Sportback ranges from $36,883 to $52,988 while a used 2020 Chevrolet Sonic is priced between $13,890 to $20,245.
Audi S5 Sportback vs. Chevrolet Sonic Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi S5 Sportback loses 49.1 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Sonic loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Sonic retains 2.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi S5 Sportback.
Audi S5 Sportback vs. Chevrolet Sonic Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S5 Sportback is 7.5 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Sonic's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Audi S5 Sportback being ranked 14 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks and the Chevrolet Sonic being ranked 4 out of 17 Best Subcompact Cars.
Audi S5 Sportback vs. Chevrolet Sonic Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S5 Sportback is 7.0 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Sonic the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Sonic a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi S5 Sportback.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi S5 Sportback’s base engine makes 349 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Sonic base engine makes 138 horsepower. The S5 Sportback is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 413 miles. The Sonic is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 415 miles. This gives the Chevrolet Sonic the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi S5 Sportback. The S5 Sportback uses premium unleaded, and the Sonic uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi S5 Sportback, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Chevrolet Sonic, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chevrolet Sonic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
36883 - 52988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.491082
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13890 - 20245
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.464071
Audi S5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.55 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Sonic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi S5 Sportback Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
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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
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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 / 31Chevrolet Sonic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
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34 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi S5 Sportback Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
Chevrolet Sonic Trim Levels
Not yet available
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:
5 years / 60000 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
349 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 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 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 413 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 415 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
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
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 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:
112.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
14.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3924 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.5 inches
Length:
187.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2857 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
59.7 inches
Length:
173.9 inches
Wheelbase:
99.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15