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Audi A5 Sportback vs Hyundai i20 comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Hyundai i20?

Audi A5 Sportback vs Hyundai i20: Key differences

Audi A5 Sportback

  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai i20

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Hyundai i20 is considerably cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,386 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A5 Sportback uses 2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

i20

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 Audi A5 Sportback offers clearly more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 549 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 7.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Sportback delivers clearly more torque with 825 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 653 Nm more.

A5 Sportback

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is significantly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,770 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i20 offers only slightly more boot space – 352 L compared to 331 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A5 Sportback carries a bit more – 530 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Sportback is decisively ahead 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 £40,200
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 - 639 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 84 - 110 km
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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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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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Audi A5 Sportback
Hyundai i20

Costs and Consumption
Price
40,200 - 91,000 £
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
84 - 110 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
128 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,430 kg
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Trunk capacity
331 L
Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
455 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
66 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Audi A5 Sportback have?

The Audi A5 Sportback is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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