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Audi A5 Sportback vs BMW i5 Touring - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 61900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or BMW i5 Touring?

Audi A5 Sportback

BMW i5 Touring

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

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A5 Sportback has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £ , while the BMW i5 Touring costs 61900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23143 £.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 Touring performs decisively better – achieving up to 602 km, about 492 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

i5 Touring

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 i5 Touring has a distinct edge – offering 601 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 234 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 Touring is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Audi A5 Sportback takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Sportback performs minimal better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BMW i5 Touring tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i5 Touring pulls noticeable stronger with 820 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 270 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 i5 Touring offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is clearly perceptible lighter – 1770 kg compared to 2255 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers noticeable more room – 570 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW i5 Touring performs noticeable better – up to 1700 L, which is about 401 L more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, BMW i5 Touring hardly perceptible takes the win – 560 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW i5 Touring shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £61,900
i5 Touring

BMW i5 Touring

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 17.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 522 - 602 km
Audi A5 Sportback
BMW i5 Touring

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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 i5 Touring

The BMW i5 Touring marries the everyday usefulness of a roomy estate with the hushed, premium feel of a modern electric BMW. It’s an appealing choice for buyers who want confident, relaxed driving and executive poise without sacrificing weekend practicality — and it even makes loading skis feel slightly glamorous.

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Audi A5 Sportback
BMW i5 Touring

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
61900 - 87000 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
522 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
2255 - 2425 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
5060 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1505 - 1515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
535 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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.