2024 Audi S5 vs. 2025 MINI Hardtop Review

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2024 Audi
S5

MSRP*: $57,500
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2025 MINI
Hardtop

MSRP*: $28,950 to $35,600
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MPG - City 20 - 21 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 38 - 39 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 161-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 161 - 201 hp
Exterior Length 184.9 - 187.2 in 152.6 - 158.9 in
Exterior Width 72.6 - 72.7 in 68.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 32.7 - 35.1 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 30.8 - 32.3 in
Head Room Front 37.4 - 37.8 in
Rear 36.1 - 37.0 in
Front 38.3 - 38.6 in
Rear 36.2 - 36.3 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 S5 than the MINI Hardtop. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Audi S5, drivers may find the MINI Hardtop a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi S5 as you will with the MINI Hardtop, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

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 S5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the MINI Hardtop, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi S5 is much wider than the MINI Hardtop, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Audi S5, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the MINI Hardtop.

Handling
The Audi S5 has a larger turning radius than the MINI Hardtop, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi S5 has a much more powerful engine than the MINI Hardtop. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Audi S5 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the MINI Hardtop.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi S5 and the MINI Hardtop.