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Audi A5 Sportback vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 36000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Subaru BRZ?

Audi A5 Sportback vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Audi A5 Sportback

  • convincingly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • decisively more trunk space

Subaru BRZ

  • barely noticeable cheaper
  • clearly perceptible lighter

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.

Subaru BRZ has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £ , while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 38700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2751 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Sportback manages with 2 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.80 L. The difference is about 6.80 L per 100 km.

BRZ

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback has a convincingly edge – offering 639 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 404 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Sportback performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru BRZ tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Sportback pulls convincingly stronger with 825 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 575 Nm difference.

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.

Seats: Audi A5 Sportback offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Subaru BRZ is clearly perceptible lighter – 1275 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 495 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers decisively more room – 445 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 208 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback clearly perceptible takes the win – 530 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 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.

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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
  • 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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Audi A5 Sportback
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption
Price
38700 - 91000 £
Price
36000 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
8.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
84 - 110 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1770 - 2430 kg
Curb weight
1275 - 1296 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4265 mm
Width
1860 - 1952 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1310 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
395 - 404 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, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
2387 cm3

General
Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Subaru

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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.