Verdict
The RM72,102 gap buys the Audi A5 Sportback all-wheel drive, a 480-litre boot and a 7.1 L/100 km rating, against the Renault Megane RS’s front-wheel drive, 384 litres and 7.9 L/100 km. Yet the Renault delivers 296 hp and 420 Nm, beating the Audi’s 249 hp and 370 Nm, while weighing 200 kg less. The Audi still reaches 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, two-tenths ahead. For Malaysian use, the Audi’s larger boot, lane-keeping steering correction and powered front seats make the stronger daily proposition; the Renault is for buyers who prioritise its Cup suspension hardware.
Pick the Audi A5 Sportback if you want all-wheel drive, a 480-litre boot and a quicker 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Renault Megane RS if you want 296 hp, 420 Nm, 200 kg less mass and Cup suspension with rear-wheel steering and a Torsen limited-slip differential.
Key differences
- Price: Audi A5 Sportback costs RM440,990; Renault Megane RS costs RM368,888.
- Output: Audi A5 Sportback makes 249 hp and 370 Nm; Renault Megane RS makes 296 hp and 420 Nm.
- Driveline and acceleration: Audi A5 Sportback is all-wheel drive and does 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Renault Megane RS is front-wheel drive and takes 5.
- Efficiency: Audi A5 Sportback is rated at 7.1 L/100 km and 163 g/km CO2; Renault Megane RS is rated at 7.9 L/100 km and 181 g/km CO2.
- Boot space and weight: Audi A5 Sportback has a 480-litre boot and weighs 1,605 kg; Renault Megane RS has a 384-litre boot and weighs 1,405 kg.
- Warranty: Audi A5 Sportback gets two years with unlimited mileage; Renault Megane RS gets three years or 100,000 km.
A5 Sportback
- All-wheel drive with a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 480-litre boot and 40:20:40 rear seat split.
- Adaptive LED matrix headlamps, lane-keeping steering correction and 12-way powered front seats with driver memory.
- RM72,102 more expensive.
- Makes 249 hp and 370 Nm versus the Renault’s 296 hp and 420 Nm.
- At 1,605 kg, it is 200 kg heavier.
Megane RS
- 296 hp and 420 Nm from a 1.8-litre turbocharged engine.
- Cup suspension, rear-wheel steering, Torsen limited-slip differential and launch control.
- Weighs 1,405 kg, 200 kg less than the Audi.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Audi’s all-wheel drive.
- 384-litre boot is 96 litres smaller.
- 0-100 km/h takes 5.8 seconds, versus 5.6 seconds for the Audi.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM440,990 | RM368,888✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | Compact Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM372 | RM279✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 249 hp | 296 hp✓ |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 420 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 82.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6 | 9.2 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 6 hp | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S tronic | 6-speed Efficient Dual Clutch |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BorgWarner | Getrag |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 5.8 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.1 L/100 km✓ | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 260 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 163 g/km✓ | 181 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,757 mm | 4,364 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,386 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,831 mm | 2,669 mm |
| Weight | 1,605 kg | 1,405 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 384 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R19 | 245/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/35R19 | 245/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Potenza S001 | Bridgestone Potenza S001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | France (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloy | 19" Interlagos Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloy | 19" Interlagos Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Passive Sports Suspension | Cup Suspension, Rear-wheel Steering, Torsen Limited-slip Differential, Launch Control |
| 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, Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | 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 Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam and Sequential Indicators | LED Projectors |
| 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 | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 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 | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | Front 1x USB-A, 1x USB-C, 1x 12V, Rear 1x 12V | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 3 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen MMI navigation plus with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 10-speaker, 180W Sound System | R-Link 2 Infotainment System with 8.7" Vertical Touchscreen and 8 Speakers |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 3 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 Megane RS FAQ
Is the Audi A5 Sportback or Renault Megane RS better?
The Audi A5 Sportback is the better daily-use choice with all-wheel drive, a 480-litre boot, lower rated fuel consumption and more driver-assistance equipment. Choose the Renault Megane RS for its 296 hp, 420 Nm and Cup chassis hardware.
What is the price difference?
The Audi A5 Sportback is RM72,102 more expensive than the Renault Megane RS.
Which is quicker, the Audi A5 Sportback or Renault Megane RS?
The Audi A5 Sportback is quicker to 100 km/h, taking 5.6 seconds against 5.8 seconds for the Renault Megane RS. The Renault has the higher top speed: 260 km/h versus 250 km/h.