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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe vs Audi A5 Avant comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 639 HP), boot space and price (32,400 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or Audi A5 Avant?

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe vs Audi A5 Avant: Key differences

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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Audi A5 Avant

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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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

2 Series Gran Coupe

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.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is visibly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Audi A5 Avant costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,257 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A5 Avant uses 2.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

A5 Avant

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 Avant offers substantially more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 339 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Avant is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Avant delivers significantly more torque with 825 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 425 Nm more.

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, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is somewhat lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 1,785 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A5 Avant offers marginally more boot space – 476 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A5 Avant carries marginally more – 535 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Avant is decisively 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.

from £41,600
A5 Avant

Audi A5 Avant

  • 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 2.1 - 7.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 83 - 108 km
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
Audi A5 Avant

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Audi A5 Avant

The Audi A5 Avant dresses like a sleek coupe but carries like a sensible estate, offering buyers a rare blend of glamour and everyday practicality. Inside, the cabin feels beautifully sorted and the drive is composed and engaging, making routine errands feel a touch more enjoyable than they have any right to be.

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
Audi A5 Avant

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Price
41,600 - 92,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 108 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
110 - 170 g/km
co2
47 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Curb weight
1,785 - 2,445 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
361 - 476 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
480 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Audi
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