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Alfa Romeo 4C vs Audi S5

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2020 Alfa Romeo 4C

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2026 Audi S5

Overview

SpecAlfa Romeo 4CSpiderAudi S5Premium
Selected trimSpiderPremium
Body styleCoupeHatchback
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed automated manual7-speed automated manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202026

Pricing & market

SpecAlfa Romeo 4CSpiderAudi S5Premium
MSRP$67,150$63,300 (best)
Lowest listing price$56,685 (best)
Median listing price$70,574 (best)
Highest listing price$77,803 (best)
For sale now030 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAlfa Romeo 4CSpiderAudi S5Premium
Combined MPG28 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG24 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)29 MPG
Fuel tank10.5 gal14.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAlfa Romeo 4CSpiderAudi S5Premium
Horsepower237 hp362 hp (best)
Torque258 lb-ft406 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.7 L3 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecAlfa Romeo 4CSpiderAudi S5Premium
Seating2 seats5 seats (best)
Doors24 (best)
Cargo volume3.7 cu ft37.5 cu ft (best)
Payload992 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,487 lbs (best)4,288 lbs
Ground clearance4.4 in (best)
Wheelbase93.7 in114 in (best)
Length157 in190.3 in (best)
Width73.5 in (best)73.2 in
Height46.7 in56.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAlfa Romeo 4CSpiderAudi S5Premium
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAlfa Romeo 4CAudi S5
1

Spider

$67,150 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$63,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$66,200 MSRP

3

Prestige

$70,900 MSRP

Live inventory

Alfa Romeo 4C vs Audi S5 FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C or 2026 Audi S5?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C vs 2026 Audi S5 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C or 2026 Audi S5?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Audi S5 starts lower at $63,300. Live Audi S5 listings start at $56,685.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C or 2026 Audi S5?
The 2026 Audi S5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (63,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C or 2026 Audi S5?
The 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C or 2026 Audi S5?
The 2026 Audi S5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (362).
Which has better seats: 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C or 2026 Audi S5?
The 2026 Audi S5 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C vs 2026 Audi S5?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi S5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).