Audi A5 Sportback vs Toyota GR Corolla
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota GR Corolla
Overview
| Spec | Audi A5 SportbackPremium S line | Toyota GR CorollaGR Corolla Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium S line | GR Corolla Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A5 SportbackPremium S line | Toyota GR CorollaGR Corolla Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,400 | $39,920 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $21,194 (best) | $36,999 |
| Median listing price | $27,999 (best) | $47,990 |
| Highest listing price | $37,423 (best) | $51,943 |
| For sale now | 11 | 21 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A5 SportbackPremium S line | Toyota GR CorollaGR Corolla Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal (best) | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A5 SportbackPremium S line | Toyota GR CorollaGR Corolla Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 261 hp | 300 hp (best) |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I3 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A5 SportbackPremium S line | Toyota GR CorollaGR Corolla Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 21.8 cu ft (best) | 17.8 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,058 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,770 lbs | 3,296 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in (best) | 103.9 in |
| Length | 187.2 in (best) | 173.6 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 72.8 in (best) |
| Height | 54.6 in | 57.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A5 SportbackPremium S line | Toyota GR CorollaGR Corolla Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| 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 Sportback | Toyota GR Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium S line $48,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GR Corolla Hatchback $39,920 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium $49,700 MSRP | GR Corolla Hatchback $41,920 MSRP |
| 3 | Premium Plus $53,300 MSRP | Premium Plus $45,965 MSRP |
| 4 | Premium Plus S line $54,200 MSRP | Premium Plus $47,965 MSRP |
Live inventory
Audi A5 Sportback11 for sale
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Used2021 Audi A5 Sportback
S line Premium Plus
Black Metallic•Black91,027 mi$23,423Jack Hanania Audi Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
Used2023 Audi A5 Sportback
S line Premium Plus
Gray Metallic•Black32,643 mi$37,423Jack Hanania Audi Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
Used2021 Audi A5 Sportback
45 S line Premium
White•Black85,604 mi$21,194Land Rover Reno
Reno, NV
Used2023 Audi A5 Sportback
45 S line Premium Plus
Black Metallic•black53,450 mi$27,999Porsche Conshohocken
Conshohocken, PA
Used2024 Audi A5 Sportback
45 S line Premium Plus
White•Black54,959 mi$26,315Wischnewsky CDJR of Baytown
Baytown, TX
Used2023 Audi A5 Sportback
45 S line Premium Plus
Gray Metallic•Black59,346 mi$30,386Ben Mynatt Chevrolet
Concord, NC
Toyota GR Corolla21 for sale
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Used2024 Toyota GR Corolla
Premium
Black•Black w/ Gray Stitching24,107 mi$38,199Beckley Chevrolet
Beckley, WV
New2026 Toyota GR Corolla
Premium Plus
7 mi$49,065Keating Toyota Manvel
Manvel, TX
New2026 Toyota GR Corolla
Premium Plus
Supersonic Red•Black6 mi$51,265Classic Toyota Wilkesboro
North Wilkesboro, NC
Used2023 Toyota GR Corolla
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wind chill pearl•COCKPIT RED BRIN-NAUB & S5,152 mi$51,943Radley Cadillac
Fredericksburg, VA
Used2025 Toyota GR Corolla
Premium Plus
Gray•Black7,752 mi$45,508Findlay Volkswagen St. George
St. George, UT
Certified2025 Toyota GR Corolla
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Black•Black9,334 mi$38,295Lakeland Toyota
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Audi A5 Sportback vs Toyota GR Corolla FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 Audi A5 Sportback or 2026 Toyota GR Corolla?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Audi A5 Sportback vs 2026 Toyota GR Corolla on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 Audi A5 Sportback or 2026 Toyota GR Corolla?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla starts lower at $39,920. Live Audi A5 Sportback listings start at $21,194. Live Toyota GR Corolla listings start at $36,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Audi A5 Sportback or 2026 Toyota GR Corolla?
- The 2026 Toyota GR Corolla leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,920).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Audi A5 Sportback or 2026 Toyota GR Corolla?
- The 2025 Audi A5 Sportback leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 Audi A5 Sportback or 2026 Toyota GR Corolla?
- The 2026 Toyota GR Corolla leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Audi A5 Sportback vs 2026 Toyota GR Corolla?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A5 Sportback (5/5 NHTSA overall); Toyota GR Corolla (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).