With so many tech-savvy vehicles in the market today, it can be a challenge to sift through page after page of inventories to find the right car for you. Fortunately, the team at Audi Devon can understand this stressful pain, and so we compiled this helpful vehicle comparison between two stunning models: the Audi S5 and the BMW M3. Â
Audi Devon serves the Malvern, Conshohocken, and Devon area. The new Audi S5 will be out soon, so people who are considering buying a new car may want to check out a Audi S5 vs. BMW M3 comparison to see how it fares against a top competitor.
Audi S5 vs BMW M3: Price
The price is typically one of the major considerations when purchasing a new vehicle. When comparing the two, the 2018 Audi S5 is less expensive, with the Premium Plus version starting at $54,600 and the Prestige version starting at $59,000, compared to a predicted starting price of more than $64,000 for the 2018 BMW M3.
However, this is the price for the version of the S5. Since there were minimal changes made, the price for the new model is expected to be similar, but at least slightly more when it comes out in July or August of 2017.
Fuel Economy in the Audi S5 vs BMW M3
In an Audi S5 vs.BMW M3 fuel economy match-up, the Audi S5 seems to be the winner. It delivers an EPA-estimated 21/30 city/highway MPG, compared to a predicted 17/26 MPG city/highway MPG for the BMW M3 with a manual transmission and 17/24 city/highway MPG for the automatic version.
Thanks to the more efficient fuel economy of the Audi S5, you won't have to pull over and refuel constantly, so you can speed down those long strips of highway and get to your destination.
Safety Features in the Audi S5 vs BMW M3
When it comes to a safety comparison of the Audi S5 vs. BMW M3, the Audi offers more safety features standard than the BMW. A rearview camera, Blind Spot Monitor, Active Driving Assistant, and surround-view camera system are all add-ons for the BMW. Â
The Audi includes Audi drive select, Audi pre sense®, Audi pre sense® rear with rear traffic assist and vehicle exit assist, Audi side assist, and a parking system with a rearview camera. With these standard safety features in the S5, you'll remain alert and aware of any safety hazards, obstacles, or concerns while you're out on the road.
Get Ready for the Audi S5!
Although the BMW M3 is an impressive vehicle, the Audi S5 has a better starting price, more efficient fuel economy, and a myriad of standard safety features. However, to truly understand how exceptional the Audi S5 is, you have to get behind the wheel once it's available. Contact Audi Devon to gain more information and insight into the Audi S5. We proudly serve our neighbors in Devon, Malvern, and Conshohocken.