Nissan 370Z vs. Audi A5

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Nissan 370Z and Audi A5 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Nissan 370Z and the Audi A5.

When comparing the Nissan 370Z's and the Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the Nissan 370Z has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Audi A5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Nissan 370Z's and the Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the Audi A5 is a better car than the Nissan 370Z.

Pricing: A used 2020 Nissan 370Z ranges from $22,139 to $42,439 while a used 2020 Audi A5 is priced between $21,142 to $38,672.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Nissan 370Z loses 33.4 percent of its value and the Audi A5 loses 43.8 percent of its value. This means the Nissan 370Z retains 10.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A5.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan 370Z is 8.4 out of 10 while the Audi A5's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Nissan 370Z being ranked 4 out of 14 Best Sports Cars and the Audi A5 being ranked 4 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan 370Z is 7.9 out of 10. For the Audi A5 the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Audi A5 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan 370Z.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Nissan 370Z’s base engine makes 332 horsepower, and the Audi A5 base engine makes 248 horsepower. The 370Z is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The A5 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles.This gives the Audi A5 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan 370Z the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Audi A5, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and cargo space. The Nissan 370Z, a sports car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.