Compare performance (367 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (40200 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Avant or Subaru Forester?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Subaru Forester has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £ , while the Audi A5 Avant costs 40200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5452 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Avant manages with 2.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 6 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Avant has a clearly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Avant is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 7.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Avant performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru Forester tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Avant pulls convincingly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 368 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Subaru Forester offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Subaru Forester is slight lighter – 1693 kg compared to 1785 kg. The difference is around 92 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Subaru Forester offers minimal more room – 508 L compared to 476 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Forester performs a bit better – up to 1731 L, which is about 307 L more than the Audi A5 Avant.
When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Avant slight takes the win – 535 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.
The Audi A5 Avant proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A5 Avant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Audi A5 Avant dresses like a sleek coupe but carries like a sensible estate, offering buyers a rare blend of glamour and everyday practicality. Inside, the cabin feels beautifully sorted and the drive is composed and engaging, making routine errands feel a touch more enjoyable than they have any right to be.
detailsThe Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.
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Price
40200 - 70000 £
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Price
34700 - 42200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
104 - 108 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
47 - 175 g/km
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co2
183 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1785 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
1693 - 1739 kg
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Trunk capacity
361 - 476 L
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Trunk capacity
508 L
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Length
4829 - 4835 mm
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Length
4670 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1830 mm
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Height
1444 - 1460 mm
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Height
1730 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1306 - 1424 L
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Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
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Payload
480 - 535 kg
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Payload
446 - 492 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 367 HP
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Power HP
136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
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Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
188 km/h
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Torque
280 - 550 Nm
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Torque
182 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 270 kW
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Power kW
100 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Subaru
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The Audi A5 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.