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Audi A5 Sportback
2021 Audi A5 Sportback
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$41,800
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.4
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Tesla Model 3
2020 Tesla Model 3
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$35,000
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.3
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Overview

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
Electric
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Other
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 138 MPG
Hwy: 124 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
N/A
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Trunk Volume
15 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
21.8 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A

Photos

Audi A5 Sportback
2020-2021 Audi A5 Sportback Rear Angle View
2020-2021 Audi A5 Sportback Steering Wheel
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Tesla Model 3
2017-2020 Tesla Model 3 Rear Angle View
2017-2020 Tesla Model 3 Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Electric
Horsepower
261 hp @ 5000 rpm
258 hp
Torque
273 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
317 lb-ft
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Other
Rear-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.4 ft
38.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
18" x 8.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
18" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Multi-Link
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P245/40HR18
P235/45WR18
Rear Tire
P245/40HR18
P235/45WR18
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
27 MPG
131 MPG
City
24 MPG
138 MPG
Highway
32 MPG
124 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.6 (2020) Tons/yr
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
N/A
Cruising Range City
367.2 miles
N/A
Cruising Range Highway
489.6 miles
N/A

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
187.2 in
184.8 in
Height
54.6 in
56.8 in
Max Width
72.6 in
72.8 in
Front Width
62.5 in
62.2 in
Rear Width
61.7 in
62.2 in
Wheelbase
111.2 in
113.2 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
42.7 in
Front Seat Headroom
37.7 in
40.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.7 in
56.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
53.4 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.1 in
35.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37 in
37.7 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.5 in
54 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
52.4 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,725 lbs
3,552 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
N/A
15 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
21.8 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
21.8 ft³
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Brilliant Black
  • Ibis White
Pearl White Multi-Coat

Optional Exterior Colors

  • District Green Metallic
  • Florett Silver Metallic
  • Glacier White Metallic
  • Manhattan Gray Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Navarra Blue Metallic
  • Tango Red Metallic
  • Deep Blue Metallic
  • Midnight Silver Metallic
  • Solid Black
  • Red Multi-Coat

Standard Interior Materials

  • Atlas Beige, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Okapi Brown, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Rock Gray, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Premium Seat Trim
  • White/Black, Premium Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

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

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
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
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

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

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Optional
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
N/A
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
N/A
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 80,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
N/A
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