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Audi A5 Sportback vs VW Arteon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 43300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or VW Arteon?

Audi A5 Sportback

VW Arteon

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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.

Audi A5 Sportback has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4539 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Sportback manages with 2 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

Arteon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback has a slightly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Sportback pulls evident stronger with 550 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

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.

Seats: VW Arteon offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, VW Arteon is to a small extent lighter – 1607 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers distinct more room – 590 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 145 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1632 L, which is about 333 L more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, VW Arteon hardly perceptible takes the win – 569 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Sportback sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Audi A5 Sportback
VW Arteon

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from about £38,700
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 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 107 - 110 km

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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VW Arteon

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The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Audi A5 Sportback
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
43300 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 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
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4866 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1871 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1434 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
1632 L
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
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.