The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Manual
Manual
Engine:
2.0 Petrol
2.0 Petrol
Performance
Power:
245 HP
211 HP
Torque:
350 NM
350 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
6.2 seconds
6.6 seconds
BMW 5 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 5 series engine produces 34 HP more power than Audi A5, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power BMW 5 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.8
6.8
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
BMW 5 sērija 2011 2.0 engine: Until 2015, engines used to have problems with the timing chain guides, which have been resolved over time. Other problems with this engine are the oil pump performance and its drive chain, as well as cracking ... More about BMW 5 sērija 2011 2.0 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.90 m
4.21 m
Width:
1.86 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.46 m
1.39 m
BMW 5 series is larger. BMW 5 series is 69 cm longer than the Audi A5, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 5 series is 7 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
520 litres
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Turning diameter:
11.9 meters
11.5 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 0.4 metres more than that of the Audi A5, which means BMW 5 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Audi A5 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 5 series has serious deffects in 80 percent more cases than Audi A5, so Audi A5 quality is probably significantly better
