2023 Audi A5 vs. 2023 Audi Q4 e-tron | NewCars.com

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2023 Audi A5 vs. 2023 Audi Q4 e-tron Review

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2023 Audi
A5

MSRP*: $44,600 to $46,700
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Picture of the 2023 Audi Q4 e-tron

2023 Audi
Q4 e-tron

MSRP*: $58,200
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MPG - City 24 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 32 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 54.4 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 295-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic 1-Speed A/T
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 hp 295 hp
Exterior Length 184.9 - 187.2 in 180.7 in
Exterior Width 72.6 - 72.7 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 32.7 - 35.1 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 37.4 - 37.8 in
Rear 36.1 - 37.0 in
Front 38.5 in
Rear 37.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Audi Q4 e-tron than the Audi A5, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Audi A5 and the Audi Q4 e-tron in the front seats.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Audi A5 is clearly a better financial choice over the Audi Q4 e-tron.

Dimensions
The Audi A5 is a little narrower than the Audi Q4 e-tron, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Audi A5, which is slightly longer than the Audi Q4 e-tron.

Handling
The Audi A5 has about the same turning radius as the Audi Q4 e-tron, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Audi A5 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Audi Q4 e-tron.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A5 and the Audi Q4 e-tron.