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Audi A5 Sportback vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Toyota RAV4?

Audi A5 Sportback vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Audi A5 Sportback

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota RAV4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • barely lighter
  • visibly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota RAV4 is marginally cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,495 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A5 Sportback with 2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota RAV4 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 27 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

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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 309 HP. That’s roughly 330 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is barely lighter – 1,655 kg compared to 1,770 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers visibly more boot space – 514 L compared to 331 L. That’s a difference of about 183 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries a bit more – 610 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Sportback is slightly 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.

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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/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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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.

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I love it — it’s super comfortable, I’ve never had any trouble with it, very reliable and stable.

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Audi A5 Sportback
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption
Price
40,200 - 91,000 £
Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
84 - 110 km
Electric Range
133 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
30 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,430 kg
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
331 L
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
515 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
185 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Toyota
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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