Audi S5 Sportback vs BMW 3 Series
The S5 Sportback is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹73.57 lakh against ₹77.80 lakh for the 3 Series. Only the 3 Series has been crash-tested (4 stars).
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S5 Sportback vs 3 Series: specs and prices
| Audi S5 Sportback | BMW 3 Series | |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹73.57 L | ₹77.80 L |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Mileage (claimed) | – | 13.02 km/l |
| Airbags (max) | 8 | 6 |
| Crash-test rating | Not tested | 4-star (ASEAN NCAP) |
| Expert score | – | 9/10 |
| Variants | 1 | 1 |
| Cheapest automatic | ₹73.57 L | ₹77.80 L |
Ex-showroom prices from each maker's official website, updated 2026-10-22. On-road prices depend on your state.
Quick answers
- Which is cheaper, the Audi S5 Sportback or the BMW 3 Series?
- The Audi S5 Sportback starts at ₹73.57 lakh ex-showroom; the BMW 3 Series starts at ₹77.80 lakh. Prices updated 2026-10-22.
- Which is safer, the S5 Sportback or the 3 Series?
- S5 Sportback: not crash-tested yet; 3 Series: 4-star ASEAN NCAP. Up to 8 and 6 airbags respectively.
- Which is better, the S5 Sportback or the 3 Series?
- The S5 Sportback is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹73.57 lakh against ₹77.80 lakh for the 3 Series. Only the 3 Series has been crash-tested (4 stars). Which suits you depends on your budget and the features you need: Right Ride's matcher ranks both against your priorities and shows on-road prices for your state.