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Audi A5 Sportback vs BMW X4 – Differences & prices compared

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the Audi A5 Sportback?

The Audi A5 Sportback reaches a peak output of 367 HP, depending on the model.

Q: How much fuel does the Audi A5 Sportback use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 2 L.

Q: What is the electric driving range of the Audi A5 Sportback?

According to WLTP, the Audi A5 Sportback can travel up to 110 km on a single charge.

Q: What is the battery capacity of the Audi A5 Sportback?

The battery capacity is 20.70 kWh.

Q: What are the dimensions of the Audi A5 Sportback?

Length 4829 mm, width 1860 mm, height 1444 mm – those are the dimensions of the Audi A5 Sportback.

Q: What drive types are available for the BMW X4?

The BMW X4 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

Q: How powerful is the BMW X4's engine?

The BMW X4 reaches a peak output of 510 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What are the consumption figures for the BMW X4 in liters per 100 km?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 6 L.

Q: How big is the BMW X4 overall?

Overall, the BMW X4 is 4751 mm long, 1918 mm wide and 1621 mm high.

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A5 Sportback or BMW X4 fits your lifestyle better.

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Audi A5 Sportback

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A5 Sportback has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £, while the BMW X4 costs 51900 £. That’s a price difference of around 13115 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Sportback manages with 2 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 BMW X4 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 510 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Audi A5 Sportback takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X4 pulls evident stronger with 700 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BMW X4 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is hardly perceptible lighter – 1770 kg compared to 1875 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X4 offers somewhat more room – 525 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X4 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1430 L, which is about 131 L more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, BMW X4 barely noticeable takes the win – 545 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A5 Sportback 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.

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Audi A5 Sportback

Price : 38700 - 68600 £
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch 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
Battery Capacity : 20.70 kWh
Seats : 4
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 4.5 - 9.8 s
Model Year : 2025
Max Speed : 216 - 250 km/h
Torque : 280 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4 - 6
Doors : 5
Model : A5
Modell : A5 Limousine 2.0 TFSI e-hybrid, A5 Limousine 2.0 TFSI, A5 Limousine 2.0 TDI MHEV plus, S5 Limousine 3.0 V6 TFSI MHEV plus
CO2 Efficiency Class : B, E, F, D
Trim Level : quattro S tronic, edition one quattro S tronic, S tronic, edition one S tronic
Power kW : 110 - 270 kW
co2 : 45 - 172 g/km
Engine capacity : 1968 - 2995 cm3
Curb weight : 1770 - 2170 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 46 - 60 L
Trunk capacity : 331 - 445 L
Length : 4829 - 4835 mm
Width : 1860 mm
Height : 1429 - 1444 mm
Brand : Audi
Max trunk capacity : 1175 - 1299 L
Payload : 475 - 530 kg

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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 X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 38700 - 68600 £	Price 51900 - 93000 £
Consumption L/100km 2 - 7.6 L	Consumption L/100km 6 - 10.7 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 156 - 244 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 46 - 60 L	Fuel tank capacity 65 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type SUV
Seats 4	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1770 - 2170 kg	Curb weight 1875 - 2095 kg
Trunk capacity 331 - 445 L	Trunk capacity 525 L
Length 4829 - 4835 mm	Length 4751 - 4754 mm
Width 1860 mm	Width 1918 - 1938 mm
Height 1429 - 1444 mm	Height 1620 - 1621 mm
Max trunk capacity 1175 - 1299 L	Max trunk capacity 1430 L
Payload 475 - 530 kg	Payload 415 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV	Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 367 HP	Power HP 184 - 510 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.5 - 9.8 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed 216 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 213 - 250 km/h
Torque 280 - 550 Nm	Torque 300 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6	Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Power kW 110 - 270 kW	Power kW 135 - 375 kW
Engine capacity 1968 - 2995 cm3	Engine capacity 1995 - 2998 cm3