Porsche Boxster vs. Audi A5
When we compare the Porsche Boxster's and the Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the Porsche Boxster has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Audi A5 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Porsche Boxster's and the Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the Porsche Boxster is a better car than the Audi A5.
Porsche Boxster vs. Audi A5 Pricing
A used 2016 Porsche Boxster ranges from $36,999 to $106,900 while a used 2016 Audi A5 is priced between $17,779 to $30,586.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Porsche Boxster’s base engine makes 265 horsepower, and the Audi A5 base engine makes 220 horsepower. The Boxster is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 507 miles. The A5 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 467 miles. This gives the Porsche Boxster the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi A5. The Boxster uses gasoline, and the A5 uses ethanol, gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
36999 - 106900
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17779 - 30586
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.451947
Porsche Boxster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi A5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Boxster Rankings
Not yet available
Audi A5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
22 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Porsche Boxster Trim Levels
Base, Black Edition, GTS, S, Spyder
Audi A5 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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:
265 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
206 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.092 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 4450 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 507 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 467 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
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:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.8 inches
Cargo Space:
10.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2888 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
50.5 inches
Length:
172.2 inches
Wheelbase:
97.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4045 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
54.4 inches
Length:
182.1 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45ZR18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18