Audi A5 Quattro vs BMW M235i
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 BMW M235i
Overview
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | BMW M235iM235i |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium S line | M235i |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2024 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | BMW M235iM235i |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,400 | $44,150 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | BMW M235iM235i |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal (best) | 13.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | BMW M235iM235i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 261 hp | 320 hp (best) |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | BMW M235iM235i |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 10.9 cu ft | 13.8 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 810 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,715 lbs | 3,535 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in (best) | 105.9 in |
| Length | 184.9 in (best) | 175.9 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 69.8 in |
| Height | 54 in | 55.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | BMW M235iM235i |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Audi A5 Quattro | BMW M235i |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium S line $48,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | M235i $44,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium S line $55,600 MSRP | M235i $48,750 MSRP |
| 3 | Premium Plus S line $52,500 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Premium Plus S line $59,700 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Prestige S line $56,650 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Prestige S line $64,700 MSRP | — |