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Audi A5 Sportback vs BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 392 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 45700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe?

Audi A5 Sportback

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

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

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A5 Sportback has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Sportback manages with 2 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

4 Series Gran Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe has a barely noticeable edge – offering 392 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe pulls a bit stronger with 650 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is minimal lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers minimal more room – 470 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A5 Sportback performs minimal better – up to 1299 L, which is about 9 L more than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback slight takes the win – 530 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Sportback is far ahead overall 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.

Audi A5 Sportback
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

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from about £38,700
A5 Sportback

Audi A5 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 107 - 110 km

Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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Audi A5 Sportback
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
45700 - 68000 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
131 - 179 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
59 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1695 - 1935 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4783 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1442 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
1290 L
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
480 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.