2025 Audi
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 23 - 26 MPG | 23 - 24 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 32 - 36 MPG | 33 - 34 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 201 - 261 hp | 241 hp |
| Exterior Length | 187.2 in | 168.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.6 in | 70.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.1 in |
Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.7 - 37.8 in
Rear 37.0 in |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will feel a little more squished in the Audi A5 Sportback than in the Volkswagen Golf GTI, due to the Audi A5 Sportback's smaller rear head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Audi A5 Sportback and the Volkswagen Golf GTI in the front seats.
Convenience
With the Audi A5 Sportback you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Volkswagen Golf GTI, due to its larger tank size and better fuel economy.
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 Volkswagen Golf GTI, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Audi A5 Sportback is much wider than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Audi A5 Sportback, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Handling
The Audi A5 Sportback has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Audi A5 Sportback has less horsepower than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, so it will probably be somewhat slower.
Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Audi A5 Sportback doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A5 Sportback and the Volkswagen Golf GTI.