2025 Audi S5 vs 2025 BMW 5 Series

$57,900 · Hatchback

$58,700 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

Picking between the 2025 Audi S5 Hatchback and the 2025 BMW 5 Series Sedan often boils down to prioritizing sporty agility versus long-haul efficiency. If you live for spirited driving, the S5 delivers a punchy 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, making it significantly quicker off the line. Conversely, the BMW aims for practicality, boasting an impressive 31 MPG combined, beating the S5's 23 MPG combined by a notable 8 MPG. While both carry a similar starting price point near $58,000—the Audi at $57,900 and the BMW at $58,700—their fundamental missions diverge. The Audi's shorter length (187.2 inches) complements its performance focus, whereas the larger BMW (199.2 inches long) offers a bit more exterior presence and marginally better passenger space, though its sedan format limits its 18.4 cu ft cargo area compared to the S5's 21.8 cu ft. Ultimately, this comparison pits serious power against superior cruising economy.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 BMW 5 Series

The BMW 5 Series wins for commuters due to its superior fuel economy, achieving 31 MPG combined versus the Audi S5's 23 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi S5

The Audi S5 offers more usable space for hauling gear with 21.8 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the BMW's 18.4 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi S5

The 2025 Audi S5 provides substantially more power with 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque compared to the 5 Series' 255 hp and 295 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Audi S5

The Audi S5 offers 94 more horsepower for a similar MSRP, giving it a better performance-per-dollar ratio.

Choose the Audi S5 if...

You prioritize outright acceleration and power, benefiting from the 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque.
You need the versatility of a hatchback body style with a larger 21.8 cu ft cargo area.
You prefer the stability and traction offered by the standard all-wheel drive system.

Choose the BMW 5 Series if...

Saving on fuel is crucial, as the 5 Series delivers an exceptional 31 MPG combined rating.
You frequently drive long highway distances and want to maximize range between fill-ups.
You prefer the classic proportions and larger exterior size of the 199.2-inch sedan body.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi S5	BMW 5 Series
Length	187.2"	199.2"
Width	72.6"	74.8"
Height	54.6"	59.6"
Wheelbase	111.2"	117.9"

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	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	—
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	BMW
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	349 hp @ 6300 rpm	255 hp @ 4700 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft @ 3200 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
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—

Fuel

Feature	Audi	BMW
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/29 MPG	28/35 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	23 MPG	31 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	306.0/443.7 mi.	445.2/556.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.3 gal.	15.9 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	✓	✓
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	✓	—
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
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	12
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	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Harman/Kardon
Subwoofer Count	—	2
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
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	BMW
Front Head Room	37.8 in.	38.8 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.7 in.	59.2 in.
Seat Material: Leather/Sueded Microfiber	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	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	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	BMW
Rear Head Room	37.0 in.	37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.1 in.	37.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	56.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	BMW
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	19 in	—
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	✓	245/45R19
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Size	—	19 x 8.5 in

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 S5 and 2025 BMW 5 Series.

How much better is the fuel economy on the BMW 5 Series?

The 2025 BMW 5 Series is significantly more efficient, achieving 31 MPG combined compared to the 2025 Audi S5’s 23 MPG combined. This represents an 8 MPG advantage for the BMW on mixed routes.

Is the Audi S5 much faster than the BMW 5 Series?

Yes, the Audi S5 is much quicker, boasting 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, which is 94 more horsepower than the BMW 5 Series’ 255 hp output.

Which car has more accessible cargo space?

The Audi S5 hatchback wins this category, offering 21.8 cubic feet of cargo space, while the BMW 5 Series sedan provides 18.4 cubic feet.

Do both cars require premium fuel?

Both vehicles mandate premium fuel, but the Audi S5 lists it as 'recommended' while the BMW 5 Series explicitly lists it as 'required' for its engine specification.

How do the overall sizes compare between the two vehicles?

The BMW 5 Series is the larger vehicle; it is about 12 inches longer (199.2 inches vs. 187.2 inches) and slightly wider and taller than the Audi S5.

Does the drivetrain setup differ significantly?

Absolutely; the Audi S5 features all-wheel drive (AWD) standard for superior grip, whereas the BMW 5 Series utilizes a traditional rear-wheel drive (RWD) layout.