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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron vs Audi A5 Sportback

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

Vehicles

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2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron

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2025 Audi A5 Sportback

Overview

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
Selected trim1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumPremium S line
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed automated manual7-speed automated manual
Engine typeplug-in hybridmild hybrid
Model year20182025

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
MSRP$39,500 (best)$48,400
Lowest listing price$21,194 (best)
Median listing price$27,999 (best)
Highest listing price$37,423 (best)
For sale now011 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
Combined MPG36 MPG (best)26 MPG
City MPG34 MPG (best)23 MPG
Highway MPG39 MPG (best)32 MPG
Combined MPGe83 MPGe (best)
Electric range16 mi (best)
240V charge time2.5 hr (best)
Fuel tank10.6 gal15.3 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
Horsepower204 hp261 hp (best)
Torque258 lb-ft273 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.4 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume13.6 cu ft21.8 cu ft (best)
Payload1,058 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,616 lbs (best)3,770 lbs
Wheelbase103.5 in111.2 in (best)
Length169.7 in187.2 in (best)
Width72.6 in (best)
Height56.1 in (best)54.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

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.

TrimAudi A3 Sportback e-tronAudi A5 Sportback
1

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium

$39,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium S line

$48,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium Summer of Audi

$40,650 MSRP

Premium

$49,700 MSRP

3

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium Plus

$42,600 MSRP

Premium Plus

$53,300 MSRP

4

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium Plus Summer of Audi

$44,150 MSRP

Premium Plus S line

$54,200 MSRP

5

1.4 TFSI PHEV Prestige

$48,100 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi A3 Sportback e-tron vs Audi A5 Sportback FAQ

Which is better: 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron or 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron vs 2025 Audi A5 Sportback on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron or 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron starts lower at $39,500. Live Audi A5 Sportback listings start at $21,194.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron or 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?
The 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,500).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron or 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?
The 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (36).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron or 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?
The 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (16).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron or 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?
The 2025 Audi A5 Sportback leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron vs 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A5 Sportback (5/5 NHTSA overall).