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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron vs Audi S5 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 S5 Sportback

Overview

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumAudi S5 SportbackPremium
Selected trim1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumPremium
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typeplug-in hybridgas
Model year20182025

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumAudi S5 SportbackPremium
MSRP$39,500 (best)$57,900
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Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumAudi S5 SportbackPremium
Combined MPG36 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG34 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG39 MPG (best)29 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 S5 SportbackPremium
Horsepower204 hp349 hp (best)
Torque258 lb-ft369 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.4 L3 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumAudi S5 SportbackPremium
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume13.6 cu ft21.8 cu ft (best)
Payload1,058 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,616 lbs (best)3,924 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 S5 SportbackPremium
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 S5 Sportback
1

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium

$39,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$57,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium Summer of Audi

$40,650 MSRP

Premium

$62,700 MSRP

3

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium Plus

$42,600 MSRP

Premium Plus

$61,800 MSRP

4

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium Plus Summer of Audi

$44,150 MSRP

Premium Plus

$66,500 MSRP

5

1.4 TFSI PHEV Prestige

$48,100 MSRP

Prestige

$64,500 MSRP

6

Prestige

$70,250 MSRP

Audi A3 Sportback e-tron vs Audi S5 Sportback: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer