Audi S6 vs. BMW 5 Series
When we compare the Audi S6's and the BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the Audi S6 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability and overall quality score. The Audi S6 and BMW 5 Series have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Audi S6's and the BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the BMW 5 Series is a better car than the Audi S6.
Audi S6 vs. BMW 5 Series Pricing
For a new model, the Audi S6's price is between $83,302 and $94,493, with the BMW 5 Series priced between $60,953 and $73,967.
Audi S6 vs. BMW 5 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi S6 loses 53.9 percent of its value and the BMW 5 Series loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the Audi S6 retains 5.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 5 Series.
Audi S6 vs. BMW 5 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S6 is 7.7 out of 10 while the BMW 5 Series' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Audi S6 being ranked 16 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the BMW 5 Series being ranked 13 out of 29.
Audi S6 vs. BMW 5 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S6 is 7.8 out of 10. For the BMW 5 Series the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the BMW 5 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi S6.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi S6’s base engine makes 444 horsepower, and the BMW 5 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi S6 and BMW 5 Series are comparable in regards to interior volume and front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
83302 - 94493
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.538692
Pricing
New Asking Price:
60953 - 73967
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59095
Audi S6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.65 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.444269 / 10
Reliability:
8.332809 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi S6 Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29BMW 5 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi S6 Trim Levels
2.9T quattro Premium, 2.9T quattro Premium Plus, 2.9T quattro Prestige
BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
530i, 530i xDrive, 540i 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 @ 5900 rpm
Torque:
442 foot-lbs @ 2700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.099 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 4700 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 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
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
Available
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:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
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
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
18.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4486 lbs
Width:
83.1 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
115.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4041 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
59.6 inches
Length:
199.2 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R21
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19