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Audi A5 Sportback vs Toyota Corolla - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 28600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Toyota Corolla?

Audi A5 Sportback

Toyota Corolla

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

A5 Sportback @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota Corolla has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 38700 £. That’s a price difference of around 10165 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Sportback manages with 2 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.40 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

Corolla @ Toyota Motor Corporation

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 significantly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 189 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Sportback performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

A5 Sportback @ Audi AG

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: Toyota Corolla offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is noticeable lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers somewhat more room – 445 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A5 Sportback performs slightly better – up to 1299 L, which is about 247 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback a bit takes the win – 530 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A5 Sportback proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A5 Sportback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £38,700
A5 Sportback @ Audi AG

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
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Audi A5 Sportback
Toyota Corolla
A5 Sportback @ Audi AG
Corolla @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 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
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 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
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Toyota
Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.