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Audi S5 vs Dodge Challenger

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

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2026 Audi S5

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2023 Dodge Challenger

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Overview

SpecAudi S5PremiumDodge ChallengerSXT
Selected trimPremiumSXT
Body styleHatchbackCoupe
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission7-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262023

Pricing & market

SpecAudi S5PremiumDodge ChallengerSXT
MSRP$63,300$31,100 (best)
Lowest listing price—$15,737 (best)
Median listing price—$24,394 (best)
Highest listing price—$53,380 (best)
For sale now04 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi S5PremiumDodge ChallengerSXT
Combined MPG23 MPG23 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)19 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG30 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14.8 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi S5PremiumDodge ChallengerSXT
Horsepower362 hp (best)303 hp
Torque406 lb-ft (best)268 lb-ft
Engine size3 L3.6 L (best)
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecAudi S5PremiumDodge ChallengerSXT
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume37.5 cu ft (best)16.2 cu ft
Towing capacity—1,000 lbs (best)
Payload992 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,288 lbs3,841 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.2 in (best)
Wheelbase114 in116 in (best)
Length190.3 in197.9 in (best)
Width73.2 in75.7 in (best)
Height56.5 in57.7 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi S5PremiumDodge ChallengerSXT
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
RolloverNot Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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 S5Dodge Challenger
1

Premium

$63,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SXT

$31,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$66,200 MSRP

SXT

$34,100 MSRP

3

Prestige

$70,900 MSRP

GT

$34,400 MSRP

4—

GT

$37,400 MSRP

5—

R/T

$39,940 MSRP

6—

R/T Scat Pack

$46,400 MSRP

7—

R/T Scat Pack Widebody

$52,395 MSRP

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SRT Hellcat Jailbreak

$70,590 MSRP

9—

SRT Hellcat Widebody Jailbreak

$76,590 MSRP

10—

SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak

$78,640 MSRP

11—

SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Jailbreak

$84,640 MSRP

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SRT Super Stock

$86,645 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi S5 vs Dodge Challenger FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi S5 or 2023 Dodge Challenger?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi S5 vs 2023 Dodge Challenger 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 2023 Dodge Challenger?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2023 Dodge Challenger starts lower at $31,100. Live Dodge Challenger listings start at $15,737.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi S5 or 2023 Dodge Challenger?
The 2023 Dodge Challenger leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,100).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi S5 or 2023 Dodge Challenger?
The 2023 Dodge Challenger leads on horsepower in this comparison (807).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi S5 or 2023 Dodge Challenger?
The 2023 Dodge Challenger leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi S5 vs 2023 Dodge Challenger?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi S5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Dodge Challenger (5/5 NHTSA overall).