Verdict
The Audi A5 Sportback is the rational Malaysian choice at RM440,990: it is RM168,910 cheaper, returns a marginally better 7.1 L/100 km and carries RM372 annual road tax. The Audi A7 Sportback justifies its RM609,900 ask with 340 hp and 500 Nm against 249 hp and 370 Nm, plus a 535-litre boot, adaptive dampers and rear-wheel steering. Its 5.3-second sprint is only 0.3 seconds ahead, however, while annual road tax rises sharply to RM2,118. Pay for the A7’s size and equipment, not a night-and-day performance gap.
A5 Sportback
Pick the Audi A5 Sportback if you want the lower RM440,990 entry price, RM372 road tax and nearly identical 5.6-second 0-100 km/h pace.
A7 Sportback
Pick the Audi A7 Sportback if you want 340 hp, a 535-litre boot, adaptive dampers and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Audi A5 Sportback RM440,990; Audi A7 Sportback RM609,900.
- Engine output: Audi A5 Sportback 249 hp and 370 Nm; Audi A7 Sportback 340 hp and 500 Nm.
- Annual road tax: Audi A5 Sportback RM372; Audi A7 Sportback RM2,118.
- Dimensions and boot: Audi A5 Sportback is 4,757 mm long with a 480-litre boot; Audi A7 Sportback is 4,969 mm long with a 535-litre boot.
- Performance and economy: Audi A5 Sportback does 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds and 7.1 L/100 km; Audi A7 Sportback manages 5.3 seconds and 7.3 L/100 km.
- Warranty: Audi A5 Sportback has two years unlimited mileage; Audi A7 Sportback has five years unlimited mileage.
A5 Sportback
- RM168,910 less to buy.
- Lower 7.1 L/100 km rated economy and RM372 annual road tax.
- Adaptive LED matrix high beams and front foglamps.
- 249 hp and 370 Nm trail the A7’s 340 hp and 500 Nm.
- 480-litre boot is 55 litres smaller.
- Two-year unlimited-mileage warranty is three years shorter.
A7 Sportback
- 340 hp and 500 Nm from its 3.0-litre powertrain.
- Adaptive dampers and dynamic all-wheel steering.
- 535-litre boot, panoramic sliding sunroof and 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio.
- Costs RM168,910 more.
- RM2,118 annual road tax is RM1,746 higher.
- Rated consumption is 7.3 L/100 km versus 7.1 L/100 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM440,990✓ | RM609,900 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM372✓ | RM2,118 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 249 hp | 340 hp✓ |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 500 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6 | 11.2 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 6 hp | 16 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 60 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 0.5 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S tronic | 7-speed S tronic Transmission |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BorgWarner | Volkswagen AG |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.1 L/100 km✓ | 7.3 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 163 g/km✓ | 165 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,757 mm | 4,969 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,908 mm |
| Height | 1,386 mm | 1,422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,831 mm | 2,926 mm |
| Weight | 1,605 kg | 1,890 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 73 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres | 535 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R19 | 255/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/35R19 | 255/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Potenza S001 | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloy | 20" Audi Sport Double-arm Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloy | 20" Audi Sport Double-arm Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Passive Sports Suspension | Adaptive Dampers, Dynamic All-wheel Steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — Equivalent to A4 | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat and Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Audi pre safe rear |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam and Sequential Indicators | LED Projectors with Cornering Lights and Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Sequential Indicators | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 12-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | Front 1x USB-A, 1x USB-C, 1x 12V, Rear 1x 12V | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (30 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen MMI navigation plus with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 10-speaker, 180W Sound System | MMI navigation plus with 10.1" Upper Touchscreen, 8.6" Lower Touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen Premium Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Soft-close Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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A5 Sportback vs A7 Sportback FAQ
Is the Audi A5 Sportback or Audi A7 Sportback better?
The A7 is better equipped and more powerful, with 340 hp, adaptive dampers, rear-wheel steering and a 535-litre boot. The A5 is the smarter cost choice, saving RM168,910 upfront and RM1,746 a year in road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Audi A7 Sportback costs RM609,900, which is RM168,910 more than the Audi A5 Sportback at RM440,990.
Which Audi Sportback has the better warranty?
The Audi A7 Sportback has the better cover: five years with unlimited mileage. The Audi A5 Sportback has a two-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.