VS

Audi A4 Limousine vs BMW i5 comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 60,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or BMW i5?

Audi A4 Limousine vs BMW i5: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
details

BMW i5

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
details

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A4 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A4 Limousine is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,943 £.

i5

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i5 offers substantially more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 336 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Audi A4 Limousine takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers significantly more torque with 820 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

A4 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Limousine is clearly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 650 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 offers very slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries only slightly more – 545 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £60,800
i5

BMW i5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 540 - 627 km
Audi A4 Limousine
BMW i5

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

details

BMW i5

The BMW i5 swaps predictable executive-car manners for a confident electric vibe, marrying refined comfort with surprisingly engaging steering. It’s a practical choice that doesn’t feel dull, offering the kind of clean, premium experience that makes commuting feel like a small indulgence.

details
Audi A4 Limousine
BMW i5

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
4,762 mm
Length
-
Width
1,847 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
525 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.