2025 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback

2025 Audi
A5 Sportback

MSRP*: $46,300 to $48,400
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2025 Honda
Civic Hybrid

MSRP*: $30,150 to $33,150
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MPG - City 23 - 26 MPG 50 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 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)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 200-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 261 hp 200 hp
Exterior Length 187.2 in 179.0 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.1 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 37.7 - 37.8 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 37.6 in
Rear 37.1 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 Honda Civic Hybrid than the Audi A5 Sportback, due to its greater head- and legroom. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Audi A5 Sportback, drivers may find the Honda Civic Hybrid a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.

Convenience
The Audi A5 Sportback will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Honda Civic Hybrid, 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). The Audi A5 Sportback will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Honda Civic Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi A5 Sportback is much wider than the Honda Civic Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Audi A5 Sportback, which is slightly longer than the Honda Civic Hybrid.

Handling
The Audi A5 Sportback has a larger turning radius than the Honda Civic Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the Audi A5 Sportback and the Honda Civic Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Audi A5 Sportback does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Honda Civic Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A5 Sportback and the Honda Civic Hybrid.