Audi A4 vs BMW 5 Series [2017-2021]

CarWale brings you comparison of Audi A4 and BMW 5 Series [2017-2021]. The Audi A4 price is Rs. 46.02 Lakh and BMW 5 Series [2017-2021] price is Rs. 52.00 Lakh. The Audi A4 is available in 1984 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and BMW 5 Series [2017-2021] is available in 1995 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. A4 provides the mileage of 17.4 kmpl and 5 Series [2017-2021] provides the mileage of 22.48 kmpl.

A4 vs 5 Series [2017-2021] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	A4	5 Series [2017-2021]
Price	Rs. 46.02 Lakh	Rs. 52.00 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1984 cc	1995 cc
Power	201 bhp	188 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (DCT)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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Audi A4

Premium 40 TFSI

Rs. 46.02 Lakh

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BMW 5 Series [2017-2021]

520d Sport Line

Rs. 52.00 Lakh

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Audi A4

Premium 40 TFSI

BMW 5 Series [2017-2021]

520d Sport Line

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	241
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	7.1
Engine	1984 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1995 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	2.0L I4 TFSI	BMW TwinPower Turbo technology: variable-geometry turbocharger, common-rail direct injection
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	201 bhp @ 4475-6000 rpm	188 bhp @ 4000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	320 Nm @ 1450-4475 rpm	400 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	17.4View Mileage Details	22.48View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	941
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	5-link Suspension with Tubular Anti-roll Bar	Aluminium double track control arm axle with separate lower track arm level, small steering roll radius, traverse force compensation, anti-dive
Rear Suspension	5-link Suspension with Tubular Anti-roll Bar	Five-link axle in aluminium lightweight construction, double elastic bearing, air suspension with automatic self-leveling
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.8	6.025
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Alloy	Alloy
Front Tyres	225 / 50 R17	245 / 45 R18
Rear Tyres	225 / 50 R17	245 / 45 R18

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Airbags	8 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier
Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - Internal Only	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera with Guidance	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Electric Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	2	2

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count	30
Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights		Passive
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights	LED on front	Halogen on rear
Ambient Interior Lighting
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Co-Driver Only	Co-Driver Only
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Plastic
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Painted	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Manual	Rear - Manual
Bootlid Opener	Foot Trigger Opening/Automatic	Internal with Remote
Rear Windshield Blind	Electric	Electric

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10.1
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6+	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Head Unit Size	Not Available	2 Din

Storage

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black / Atlas Beige with Sliver Aluminum Ellipse Trim, Black / Okapi Brown with Sliver Aluminum Ellipse Trim	Black
Rear Armrest
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue	Analogue
Trip Meter	Multi-Function Display	Multi-Function Display
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator	Dynamic	Dynamic
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Mythos Black Metallic	Black Sapphire
	Navarra Blue Metallic	Imperial Blue
	Ibis White	Alpine White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.0/5

1 Rating

4.8/5

6 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.0Exterior	4.9Exterior
	5.0Comfort	4.6Comfort
	5.0Performance	5.0Performance
	3.0Fuel Economy	4.5Fuel Economy
	3.0Value for Money	4.8Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Audi A4 Premium 40 TFSI

The Audi A4 offers luxurious driving experience with advanced tech, smooth handling, and stylish design. However, it comes with higher maintenance costs and limited rare seat space.

Dream car

Waiting To Make It Drive In My Garage , as soon as I get rich ;) , the styling interior & exterior and sporty engine made me fall for this #BMW5Series and The 2998cc Turbo Diesel Engine.

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5 Series [2017-2021] comparison with similar cars

A4 vs 5 Series [2017-2021] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Audi A4 and BMW 5 Series [2017-2021]?

Audi A4 price is Rs. 46.02 Lakh and BMW 5 Series [2017-2021] price is Rs. 52.00 Lakh. Hence Audi A4 is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: Which car between A4 and 5 Series [2017-2021] is better in terms of fuel economy?

For the Premium 40 TFSI variant, mileage of A4 is 17.4kmpl and for the 520d Sport Line variant, mileage of 5 Series [2017-2021] is 22.48kmpl. Thus making 5 Series [2017-2021] the most fuel efficient as compared to A4

Q: How is the performance of A4 compared to 5 Series [2017-2021]?

For the Premium 40 TFSI variant, 1984 cc Petrol engine of A4 produces 201 bhp @ 4475-6000 rpm of power and 320 Nm @ 1450-4475 rpm of torque. For the 520d Sport Line variant, 1995 cc Diesel engine of 5 Series [2017-2021] produces 188 bhp @ 4000 rpm of power and 400 Nm @ 1750 rpm of torque.

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Audi A4 vs BMW 5 Series [2017-2021]

Length (mm)	4762	4936
Width (mm)	1847	1868
Height (mm)	1433	1479
Wheelbase (mm)	2819	2975
Ground Clearance (mm)		144
Kerb Weight (kg)		1560

Doors (Doors)	4	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)		530
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	54	57

Sunroof / Moonroof	Electrically Adjustable	Electrically Adjustable
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Remote with Boot Opener
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Warranty (In Years)	2	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited