2025 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2024 Audi S5 Review

Picture of the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback

2025 Audi
A5 Sportback

MSRP*: $46,300 to $48,400
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2024 Audi
S5

MSRP*: $57,500
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MPG - City 23 - 26 MPG 20 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 261 hp 349 hp
Exterior Length 187.2 in 184.9 - 187.2 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 72.6 - 72.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.1 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 32.7 - 35.1 in
Head Room Front 37.7 - 37.8 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 37.4 - 37.8 in
Rear 36.1 - 37.0 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
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Audi A5 Sportback than the Audi S5. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Audi A5 Sportback and the Audi S5 in the front seats.

Convenience
The Audi A5 Sportback will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Audi S5, making it more convenient to drive.

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 A5 Sportback is clearly a better financial choice over the Audi S5.

Dimensions
The Audi A5 Sportback is about the same width as the Audi S5. When looking at overall length, the Audi A5 Sportback takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Audi S5.

Handling
The Audi A5 Sportback has about the same turning radius as the Audi S5, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A5 Sportback is significantly less powerful than the Audi S5. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Audi A5 Sportback has much less torque than the Audi S5, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Audi A5 Sportback offers greater seating capacity than the Audi S5, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.