2024 Audi A3 vs. 2025 BMW i5 Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi A3

2024 Audi
A3

MSRP*: $35,800 to $37,800
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2025 BMW
i5

MSRP*: $67,100 to $84,100
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MPG - City 27 - 29 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 34 - 37 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 590-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 335 - 590 hp
Exterior Length 176.9 in 199.2 in
Exterior Width 71.5 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 36.8 in
Rear 36.6 in
Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the BMW i5 than the Audi A3, due to its greater head- and legroom. The BMW i5 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Audi A3.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Audi A3 is clearly a better financial choice over the BMW i5.

Dimensions
Since the Audi A3 is much slimmer than the BMW i5, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi A3, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the BMW i5.

Handling
The Audi A3 has a significantly smaller turning radius than the BMW i5, allowing much better maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A3 is significantly less powerful than the BMW i5. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Audi A3 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the BMW i5.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A3 and the BMW i5.