2025 Audi RS 5 vs 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

$79,900 · Hatchback

$50,600 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

Trying to choose between blazing performance and sensible savings? That’s the core dilemma facing shoppers comparing the 2025 Audi RS 5 and the 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe. The RS 5 arrives with a potent 444 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque, offering thrilling acceleration, but it commands a significant premium at an MSRP of $79,900. Conversely, the BMW starts at just $50,600, presenting immediate savings of $29,300. Where the efficiency gap truly widens is fuel economy: the BMW nets 30 MPG combined, dwarfing the Audi’s 20 MPG combined rating. While the Audi boasts 21.8 cu ft of cargo space against the BMW’s 16.6 cu ft, the performance disparity—189 horsepower more in the Audi—is the primary deciding factor for those prioritizing speed over the BMW's affordability and superior 35 MPG highway rating.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe wins for commuting due to its superior 30 MPG combined fuel economy versus the Audi's 20 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi RS 5

The Audi RS 5 offers more usable space for gear or luggage with 21.8 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the BMW's 16.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi RS 5

With 444 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque, the Audi RS 5 offers significantly higher performance metrics than the BMW’s 255 hp.

💰 Best Value

2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe provides excellent efficiency and power for $29,300 less than the Audi RS 5.

Choose the Audi RS 5 if...

You demand high output, specifically wanting 444 horsepower for spirited driving.
You prefer the versatile cargo access and superior volume of 21.8 cu ft offered by the hatchback design.
All-wheel drive traction is a must-have feature for your driving conditions.

Choose the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe if...

Keeping the initial purchase price lower, around $50,600, is a top priority.
Maximizing fuel stops is important, thanks to the 30 MPG combined rating.
You are comfortable with a standard rear-wheel-drive setup and prioritize 35 MPG on the highway.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi RS 5	BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Length	188.3"	188.5"
Width	73.5"	72.9"
Height	55.1"	56.8"
Wheelbase	111.3"	112.4"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	BMW
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	BMW
Base Engine Displacement	2.9 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	444 hp @ 6700 rpm	255 hp @ 4700 rpm
Torque	442 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	BMW
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Audi	BMW
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	18/25 MPG	27/35 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	20 MPG	30 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	275.4/382.5 mi.	421.2/546.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.3 gal.	15.6 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	BMW
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	BMW
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	14.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	755W	205W
Speaker System	19	10
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	12 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	BMW
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	BMW
Front Head Room	37.8 in.	38.6 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.7 in.	55.2 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Massage Function	✓	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	BMW
Rear Head Room	37.0 in.	36.6 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.1 in.	34.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	54.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	BMW
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 9.0 in	18 x 8.5 in
Tire Type	Performance	—
Tire Size	265/35R19	245/45R H
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Run Flat Tires	—	✓

Suspension

Feature	Audi	BMW
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	BMW
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi RS 5 and 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.

What is the primary cost difference between these two vehicles?

The 2025 Audi RS 5 has an MSRP of $79,900, while the 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe starts at $50,600. This results in an immediate upfront savings of $29,300 if you choose the BMW.

How much more power does the Audi RS 5 deliver over the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe?

The Audi is significantly more powerful, offering 444 horsepower compared to the BMW’s 255 horsepower. This 189 hp advantage makes the Audi substantially quicker, while the BMW has less torque at 295 lb-ft versus the Audi's 442 lb-ft.

Is the Audi RS 5 better for long-distance commuting based on fuel economy?

No, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is much better for regular commuting, achieving 30 MPG combined (27 City/35 Highway). The RS 5 lags significantly with only 20 MPG combined (18 City/25 Highway).

Which vehicle has a more practical body style for cargo?

The Audi RS 5, being a hatchback, wins for utility by providing 21.8 cu ft of cargo capacity. The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe, despite being a four-door, only offers 16.6 cu ft.

Are the drivetrains fundamentally different between the two cars?

Yes, the Audi RS 5 utilizes an all-wheel-drive system for enhanced grip and stability. In contrast, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses a traditional rear-wheel-drive setup, which enthusiasts often prefer for balance.

Do both cars require premium fuel?

Yes, both the 2025 Audi RS 5 and the 2026 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe explicitly require premium unleaded fuel to achieve their stated performance figures.