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Compare Audi A5 Convertible vs BMW 3 Series Convertible

Audi A5 Convertible
2021 Audi A5 Convertible
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$50,400
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BMW 3 Series Convertible
2013 BMW 3 Series Convertible
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$47,900
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Overview

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
3.0-liter Inline-6 Gas
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Transmission
N/A
Drivetrain
Other
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 18 MPG
Hwy: 27 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.1 gallons
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Trunk Volume
9.3 ft³
Trunk Volume
9 ft³

Photos

Audi A5 Convertible
2020-2021 Audi A5 Convertible Rear Angle View
2020-2021 Audi A5 Convertible Interior Overview
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BMW 3 Series Convertible
2011-2013 BMW 3 Series Convertible Rear View Driving
2011-2013 BMW 3 Series Convertible Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
3.0-liter Inline-6 Gas
Horsepower
261 hp @ 5000 rpm
230 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque
273 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
200 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
N/A
Drivetrain
Other
Rear-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.7 ft
36.1 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
N/A
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
17" x 8.0"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
17" x 8.0"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Multi-Link
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
5-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P245/40HR18
225/45R17
Rear Tire
P245/40HR18
225/45R17
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
26 MPG
21 MPG
City
23 MPG
18 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
27 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.9 (2020) Tons/yr
8.7 Tons/yr
EPA rating
N/A
5

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
16.1 gallons
Cruising Range City
351.9 miles
289.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
474.3 miles
434.7 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
184.9 in
181.9 in
Height
54.5 in
54.5 in
Max Width
72.7 in
71.5 in
Front Width
62.5 in
59.1 in
Rear Width
61.7 in
59.6 in
Wheelbase
108.8 in
108.7 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
4 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
42 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.3 in
38 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.3 in
55.3 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
33.1 in
32 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.3 in
36.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
46.9 in
49.3 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,979 lbs
3,891 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
9.3 ft³
9 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Brilliant Black/Black Roof
  • Ibis White/Black Roof
  • Alpine White
  • Crimson Red
  • Jet Black

Optional Exterior Colors

  • District Green Metallic/Black Roof
  • Florett Silver Metallic/Black Roof
  • Glacier White Metallic/Black Roof
  • Manhattan Gray Metallic/Black Roof
  • Mythos Black Metallic/Black Roof
  • Navarra Blue Metallic/Black Roof
  • Tango Red Metallic/Black Roof
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Deep Sea Blue Metallic
  • Le Mans Blue Metallic, (REQ: ZMP M Sport Pkg)
  • Liquid Blue Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Orion Silver Metallic
  • Space Gray Metallic
  • Titanium Silver Metallic
  • Vermilion Red Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Atlas Beige, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Okapi Brown, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Rock Gray, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Leatherette seat trim
  • Cream Beige, Leatherette seat trim

Optional Interior Materials

N/A
  • Black, Dakota leather seat trim
  • Coral Red/Black, Dakota leather seat trim
  • Cream Beige, Dakota leather seat trim
  • Gray, Dakota leather seat trim
  • Oyster/Black, Dakota leather seat trim
  • Saddle Brown, Dakota leather seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Not Available
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available

US NHTSA crash test result

Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Note
N/A
Assist Safety Plan
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