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Audi A5 Sportback vs Toyota Prius - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 39400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Toyota Prius?

Audi A5 Sportback

Toyota Prius

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

A5 Sportback

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.

Audi A5 Sportback has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 678 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Prius manages with 0.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi A5 Sportback with 2 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Audi A5 Sportback performs evident better – achieving up to 110 km, about 24 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

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 evident edge – offering 367 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 144 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.80 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Sportback performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 73 km/h.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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

In curb weight, Toyota Prius is minimal lighter – 1620 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers evident more room – 445 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 161 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback clearly perceptible takes the win – 530 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Toyota Prius shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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 £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 0.7 L
  • Electric Range : 72 - 86 km
Audi A5 Sportback
Toyota Prius

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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 Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Audi A5 Sportback
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
39400 - 45800 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1620 - 1630 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4599 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1782 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin 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
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.80 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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 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.