BMW 6 Series vs. Audi S5
When comparing the BMW 6 Series to the Audi S5, the BMW 6 Series has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Audi S5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The BMW 6 Series and Audi S5 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the BMW 6 Series versus the Audi S5, the Audi S5 is a better car than the BMW 6 Series.
BMW 6 Series vs. Audi S5 Pricing
A used 2018 BMW 6 Series ranges from $41,484 to $60,313 while a used 2018 Audi S5 is priced between $35,932 to $50,803.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW 6 Series’s base engine makes 315 horsepower, and the Audi S5 base engine makes 354 horsepower. Both the 6 Series and the S5 are rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 537 and 444 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW 6 Series, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Audi S5, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$41,484 - $60,313
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$35,932 - $50,803
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45.4%
BMW 6 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 6 Series Rankings
Ranking
27 out of / 27Audi S5 Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 27Ranking
7 out of / 27Ranking
8 out of / 40Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
29 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
Convertible, Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW 6 Series Trim Levels
640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, 640i xDrive Gran Turismo, 640i Gran Coupe, 640i xDrive Gran Coupe, 650i Gran Coupe, 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, ALPINA B6 xDrive Gran Coupe
Audi S5 Trim Levels
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:
315 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
354 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.6 inches
Cargo Space:
10.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 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:
81.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4250 lbs
Width:
82.3 inches
Height:
53.7 inches
Length:
192.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4211 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.4 inches
Length:
184.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R18