Audi S5 vs BMW M3
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 BMW M3
Overview
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | Sedan |
| Body style | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $63,300 (best) | $79,300 |
| Lowest listing price | $57,140 | $35,831 (best) |
| Median listing price | $70,464 (best) | $81,439 |
| Highest listing price | $77,803 (best) | $95,762 |
| For sale now | 30 (best) | 8 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.8 gal | 15.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 362 hp | 473 hp (best) |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 37.5 cu ft (best) | 16.9 cu ft |
| Payload | 992 lbs (best) | 860 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,288 lbs | 3,840 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114 in (best) | 112.5 in |
| Length | 190.3 in (best) | 189.1 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 74.3 in (best) |
| Height | 56.5 in | 56.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | BMW M3Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | 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 S5 | BMW M3 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $63,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sedan $79,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $66,200 MSRP | Competition Sedan $83,500 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $70,900 MSRP | Competition xDrive Sedan $88,600 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Audi S5 vs BMW M3 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi S5 or 2027 BMW M3?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi S5 vs 2027 BMW M3 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Audi S5 or 2027 BMW M3?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Audi S5 starts lower at $63,300. Live Audi S5 listings start at $57,140. Live BMW M3 listings start at $35,831.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi S5 or 2027 BMW M3?
- The 2026 Audi S5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (63,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi S5 or 2027 BMW M3?
- The 2026 Audi S5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi S5 or 2027 BMW M3?
- The 2027 BMW M3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi S5 vs 2027 BMW M3?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi S5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).