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Audi A5 vs BMW 135is

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

Vehicles

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2027 Audi A5

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2013 BMW 135is

Overview

SpecAudi A5PremiumBMW 135is135is
Selected trimPremium135is
Body styleHatchbackCoupe
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission7-speed automated manual6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272013

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A5PremiumBMW 135is135is
MSRP$50,400$43,550 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A5PremiumBMW 135is135is
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG22 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG32 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank14.8 gal (best)14 gal

Performance

SpecAudi A5PremiumBMW 135is135is
Horsepower268 hp320 hp (best)
Torque295 lb-ft317 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L3 L (best)
CylindersI4I6

Size & capability

SpecAudi A5PremiumBMW 135is135is
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume36.6 cu ft (best)10 cu ft
Payload992 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,090 lbs3,373 lbs (best)
Wheelbase113.8 in (best)104.7 in
Length190.1 in (best)172.2 in
Width73.2 in (best)68.8 in
Height57 in (best)56 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A5PremiumBMW 135is135is
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.

TrimAudi A5BMW 135is
1

Premium

$50,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

135is

$43,550 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

135is

$48,250 MSRP

Audi A5 vs BMW 135is FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Audi A5 or 2013 BMW 135is?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi A5 vs 2013 BMW 135is on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Audi A5 or 2013 BMW 135is?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2013 BMW 135is starts lower at $43,550.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi A5 or 2013 BMW 135is?
The 2013 BMW 135is leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,550).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi A5 or 2013 BMW 135is?
The 2027 Audi A5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi A5 or 2013 BMW 135is?
The 2013 BMW 135is leads on horsepower in this comparison (320).
Which has better seats: 2027 Audi A5 or 2013 BMW 135is?
The 2027 Audi A5 leads on seats in this comparison (5).