Audi S4 vs BMW 530i
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 BMW 530i
Overview
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | BMW 530i530i |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | 530i |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | BMW 530i530i |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $54,900 (best) | $60,500 |
| Lowest listing price | $25,423 (best) | $55,144 |
| Median listing price | $25,423 (best) | $61,778 |
| Highest listing price | $25,423 (best) | $68,412 |
| For sale now | 1 | 2 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | BMW 530i530i |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal | 15.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | BMW 530i530i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 349 hp (best) | 255 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft (best) | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | BMW 530i530i |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 18.4 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs (best) | 977 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,880 lbs (best) | 4,041 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | 117.9 in (best) |
| Length | 187.5 in | 199.2 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 56.2 in | 59.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | BMW 530i530i |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 S4 | BMW 530i |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $54,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 530i $60,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $58,800 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Prestige $61,500 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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See allAudi S4 vs BMW 530i FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 Audi S4 or 2027 BMW 530i?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Audi S4 vs 2027 BMW 530i 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 S4 or 2027 BMW 530i?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Audi S4 starts lower at $54,900. Live Audi S4 listings start at $25,423. Live BMW 530i listings start at $55,144.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Audi S4 or 2027 BMW 530i?
- The 2025 Audi S4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (54,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Audi S4 or 2027 BMW 530i?
- The 2027 BMW 530i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 Audi S4 or 2027 BMW 530i?
- The 2025 Audi S4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (349).

