Compare Audi RS5 Sportback vs BMW M3 Sedan

Engine

2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas

Engine

3.0L Twin-Turbo Inline-6 Gas

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic

Transmission

6-Speed Manual

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

Fuel Economy

City: 18 MPG

Hwy: 25 MPG

Fuel Economy

City: 16 MPG

Hwy: 23 MPG

Fuel Tank Capacity

15.3 gallons

Fuel Tank Capacity

15.6 gallons

Seating Capacity

5 seater

Seating Capacity

5 seater

Trunk Volume

N/A

Trunk Volume

13 ft³

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

35 ft³

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

N/A

2021-2024 Audi RS5 Sportback Rear Angle View

2021-2024 Audi RS5 Sportback Interior Overview

2023-2024 BMW M3 Sedan Interior Overview

Engine and Transmission

Engine

2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas

3.0L Twin-Turbo Inline-6 Gas

Horsepower

444 hp @ 6700 rpm

473 hp @ 6250 rpm

Torque

442 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm

406 lb-ft @ 2650 rpm

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic

6-Speed Manual

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight

4,079 lbs

3,840 lbs

Fuel Economy

Combined

20 MPG

19 MPG

City

18 MPG

16 MPG

Highway

25 MPG

23 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

8.8 Tons/yr

9.3 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity

15.3 gallons

15.6 gallons

Cruising Range City

275.4 miles

249.6 miles

Cruising Range Highway

382.5 miles

358.8 miles

Exterior Dimensions

Length

188.3 in

189.1 in

Height

55.1 in

56.4 in

Max Width

73.5 in

74.3 in

Front Width

62.9 in

63.7 in

Rear Width

62.5 in

63.2 in

Wheelbase

111.3 in

112.5 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity

5 seater

Front Seat Leg Room

41.3 in

41.6 in

Front Seat Headroom

37.8 in

40.6 in

Front Seat Shoulder Room

55.7 in

56 in

Rear Seat Leg Room

35.1 in

35.6 in

Rear Seat Headroom

37 in

37.8 in

Rear Seat Shoulder Room

54.5 in

54.6 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume

N/A

13 ft³

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up

21.8 ft³

N/A

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

35 ft³

N/A

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Turning Diameter

38.4 ft

40 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type

Aluminum Wheels

Front Wheel Size

19" x 9"

18" x 9.5"

Rear Wheel Size

19" x 9"

19" x 10.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension

Multi-Link

Strut

Rear Suspension

Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire

P265/35YR19

P275/40YR18

Rear Tire

P265/35YR19

P285/35YR19

Spare Tire

Compact

N/A

Standard Exterior Colors

Nardo Gray

Alpine White
Sao Paulo Yellow

Optional Exterior Colors

Ascari Blue Metallic
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Glacier White Metallic
Mythos Black Metallic
Navarra Blue Metallic
Progressive Red Metallic
Sebring Black Crystal Effect

Black Sapphire Metallic
Brooklyn Grey Metallic
Isle of Man Green Metallic
Portimao Blue Metallic
Skyscraper Gray Metallic
Toronto Red Metallic
Aventurin Red Metallic
Individual Dravit Grey Metallic
Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Frozen Brilliant White Metallic
Frozen Portimao Blue Metallic
Ind Frozen Pure Grey II Metallic
Special Order Color

Standard Interior Materials

Black w/Crescendo Red, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
Black w/Rock Gray, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
Black w/Super Black, Pearl Nappa/Dinamica Seating Surfaces

Black, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
Fiona Red/Black, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery (VA)
Fjord Blue/Black, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery (ZA)
Ivory White, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery (ZA)
Kyalami Orange/Black, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
Silverstone/Black, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
Tartufo, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery (VA)
Yas Marina Blue/Black, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

N/A

Black, Full Merino Leather Upholstery
Fiona Red/Black, Full Merino Leather Upholstery (VB)
Fjord Blue/Black, Full Merino Leather Upholstery (ZB)
Ivory White, Full Merino Leather Upholstery (ZB)
Kyalami Orange/Black, Full Merino Leather Upholstery
Silverstone/Black, Full Merino Leather Upholstery
Tartufo/Black, Full Merino Leather Upholstery (VB)
Yas Marina Blue/Black, Full Merino Leather Upholstery

Infotainment

HD Radio

Standard

Bluetooth Connection

Standard

Premium Sound System

Standard

Satellite Radio

Standard

Smart Device Integration

Standard

WiFi Hotspot

Optional

Standard

Auxiliary Audio Input

Standard

MP3 Player

Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats

Standard

Not Available

Leather Seats

Standard

Leather Steering Wheel

Standard

Premium Synthetic Seats

Standard

Not Available

Sun/Moonroof

Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display

Optional

Navigation System

Optional

Standard

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Standard

Power Liftgate

Standard

Not Available

Power Mirror(s)

Standard

A/C

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control

Standard

Not Available

Automatic Parking

Optional

Climate Control

Standard

Cooled Front Seat(s)

Not Available

Optional

Cruise Control

Standard

Hands-Free Liftgate

Not Available

Standard

Heated Front Seat(s)

Standard

Heated Rear Seat(s)

Standard

Not Available

Heated Steering Wheel

Standard

Optional

Keyless Entry

Standard

Multi-Zone A/C

Standard

Power Driver Seat

Standard

Power Passenger Seat

Standard

Remote Engine Start

Standard

Not Available

Remote Trunk Release

Standard

Not Available

Seat Memory

Standard

Universal Garage Door Opener

Standard

Seat-Massage

Standard

Not Available

Rear A/C

Standard

Keyless Start

Standard

Telematics

Standard

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera

Standard

Rear Parking Aid

Standard

Blind Spot Monitor

Optional

Standard

Lane Departure Warning

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist

Standard

Not Available

ABS

Standard

Tire Pressure Monitor

Standard

Brake Assist

Standard

Stability Control

Standard

Traction Control

Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag

Standard

Front Head Air Bag

Standard

Front Side Air Bag

Standard

Knee Air Bag

Standard

Passenger Air Bag

Standard

Rear Head Air Bag

Standard

Rear Side Air Bag

Optional

Not Available

Warranty Summary

Basic

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Corrosion

12 Years / Unlimited Miles

Drivetrain

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Maintenance

1 Years / 10,000 Miles

3 Years / 36,000 Miles

Roadside Assistance

4 Years / Unlimited Miles

Compare Audi RS5 Sportback vs BMW M3 Sedan

Overview

Photos

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Weight and Towing

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Emissions

Fuel Tank

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Space

Cargo Space

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Wheels

Suspension

Tires

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Optional Exterior Colors

Standard Interior Materials

Optional Interior Materials

Features and Options

Infotainment

Interior Trim

Comfort

Safety

Safety Features

Airbags

Warranty

Warranty Summary