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Audi A3 vs BMW M5 Comparison

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A3 vs M5 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsA3M5
Price23.55 L2.09 Cr
PowerN/A4395 CC
ClassSedanSedan
MileageN/A9 KM/L
A3
Audi A3
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹23.55 L
M5
BMW M5
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹2.09 Cr
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Turbo
Audi A3
Turbo
23.55 L
Competition
BMW M5
Competition
2.09 Cr
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.0
7.6
Value For Money7.755.50
Significance7.755.50
Styling7.257.00
Comfort8.758.75
Safety8.009.00
Environment7.506.25
Merit Or Usp8.508.00

Specifications

Engine TypeN/A4.4-litre, Twin-turbo V8 Engine
Displacement (CC)N/A4395 CC
No. of CylindersN/A8
PowerN/A726 @ 6,000 rpm @ 6000 rpm
TorqueN/A750 Nm @ 1,800-5,600 rpm @ 1800-5600 rpm
Top SpeedN/A250
Acceleration 0 to 100 KmphN/A3.3
No. of gearsN/A7
Drive TrainN/AAWD
Emissions StandardN/ABS6
LengthN/A4983 mm
WidthN/A1903 mm
HeightN/A1469 mm
WheelbaseN/A2982 mm
Ground ClearanceN/A121 mm
Kerb WeightN/A1930 KG
Boot SpaceN/A560 L
No. of DoorsN/A4
No. of RowsN/A2
Seating CapacityN/A4
Fuel tank CapacityN/A68.0
Mileage ARAIN/A9.12 KM/L
Mileage - CityN/A7.10 KM/L
Front SuspensionN/ADynamic Damper Control
Rear SuspensionN/ADynamic Damper Control
Front Brake TypeN/AVentilated Disc
Rear Brake TypeN/AVentilated Disc
Steering TypeN/AElectric Power Steering
Steering AdjustabilityN/ATilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeN/AAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeN/ATubeless, Radial
Front Tyre SizeN/A275/35 ZR 20 Y
Rear Tyre SizeN/A285/35 ZR 20 Y
Spare Wheel TypeN/ATyre Repair Kit
Spare Wheel SizeN/A285/35 ZR 20 Y

Features

Air Conditioner No4-Zone Climate Control
Front AC NoDual Zone
Rear AC NoVents Behind Front Armrest
Heater No Yes
Climate Control NoDual Zone
Paddle Shift No Yes
Idle Start/Stop Button No Yes
Cruise Control NoAdaptive
Power Windows No Yes
Keyless Entry No Yes
Push Start Stop Button No Yes
Remote Engine Start No Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate No Yes
Steering Mounted Audio No Yes
Cooled Glovebox No Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers No Yes
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Electric Tailgate No Yes
Adjustable ORVMs No Yes
Power Outlets 12V No Yes
Wireless Phone Charger No Yes
Navigation function with 3D maps No Yes
Voice Control No Yes
BMW Head-Up Display with full-colour projection and M-specific content ? No Yes
CBU No Yes
Engine Immobilizer No Yes
Central Locking NoKeyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock No Yes
Child Safety Lock No Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment NoElectrically Adjustable with Lumbar Support
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment NoElectrically Adjustable with Lumbar Support
Seat Upholstery NoLeather
Rear Armrest NoWith Cup Holder
Front Armrest NoAvailable with Storage
Folding Rear Seat No Yes
Split Rear Seat No60:40 Split
Front Seatback Pockets No Yes
Headrests NoFront and Rear
Ventilated Seats NoFront
Seat Memory Function No Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts No Yes
No. of Airbags No6
Driver Airbags No Yes
Passenger Airbags No Yes
Side Airbags No Yes
Rear Side Airbag No Yes
Curtain Airbag No Yes
Knee Airbags No Yes
ABS No Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution No Yes
Electronic Stability Program No Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror No Yes
Hill Hold Control No Yes
Hill Assist No Yes
Hill Descent Control No Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) No Yes
Traction Control No Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring No Yes
Lane Assist No Yes
Forward Collision Warning No Yes
Auto Emergency Braking No Yes
Driver Drowsiness Detection No Yes
Child Seat Anchor Points No Yes
Parking Sensors NoFront, Rear
Speed Alert System No Yes
Parking Assistance NoRear Camera with Guidelines
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock No Yes
Dashcam No Yes
Electric ORVM Heating No Yes
Active headrests front No Yes
Attentiveness Assistant No Yes
Emergency Spare Wheel No Yes
Cornering Brake Control No Yes
BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system) No Yes
Passive Protection for pedestrians No Yes
Dynamic Stability Control No Yes
Electronic Parking Brake with auto hold function No Yes
Crash Sensor No Yes
Side-impact protection No Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System No Yes
Tyre Repair Kit No Yes
Warning triangle with first-aid kit No Yes
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Light Type NoAdaptive LED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) NoLED
Turn Indicators on ORVM No Yes
Fog Lamps NoLED
Ambient Lighting No Yes
Automatic High Beam Assist No Yes
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps No Yes
Cornering Lights No Yes
Cabin Lamps NoFront and Rear
Sunroof NoPanoramic
Shark Fin Antenna No Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMs No Yes
Chrome Accents No Yes
ORVM Adjustments NoElectric
Rear Spoiler No Yes
Instrument Cluster NoDigital
Trip Meter NoElectronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator No Yes
Average Speed No Yes
Clock NoDigital
Low Fuel Warning No Yes
Door Ajar Warning No Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness No Yes
Gear Indicator No Yes
Shift Indicator No Yes
Tachometer NoDigital
Seat Belt Warning No Yes
Infotainment System No Yes
Touchscreen Display Size No10.25 inches
Audio System NoHarman Kardon
Speakers No16
Tweeters No2
Subwoofer No Yes
GPS Navigation No Yes
Voice Commands No Yes
Smartphone Connectivity NoAndroid Auto, Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth Support No Yes
USB Support No Yes
AUX Compatibility No Yes
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring) No Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD) No Yes
Radio No Yes
- High-resolution 31 cm (12.3”) Control Display No Yes
Connected Car Technology No Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA) No Yes
Geofencing No Yes
Digital Key No Yes
AI Voice Assistance No Yes
Auto Park Assist No Yes
Autonomous Driving Level NoLevel 2
SOS Button No Yes
Type Battery Warranty No5 Years
Type Manufacturer Warranty No5 Years, 100,000 km

Pros Cons of BMW M5

Pros

  • Mind-bending performance that defies physics.
  • It effectively functions as two cars.
  • It is comfortable enough for daily commutes.
  • M1/M2 steering wheel buttons for customised driving.
  • Unpretentious appearance compared to flamboyant supercars.

Cons

  • Heaviest M5 ever.
  • Mixed reactions for its aggressive styling.
  • Other alluring options are available at this price point.
  • Milder engine sound compared to the pure V8s of the past.

Verdict

The BMW M5 (G90) is a super saloon that has successfully addressed the modern need for sustainability without sacrificing the M division’s soul and spirit. While purists may not enjoy the increased weight and hybridisation, the trade-off is a vehicle that offers a genuinely usable electric range for week-to-week travel and power-packed V8 performance for the weekends.
It is the automotive equivalent of Clark Kent, mild-mannered and respectable on the surface, but capable of revealing a superpower when the situation demands it. If you are looking for a single vehicle that can serve as a luxury family hauler and a track-day weapon, the BMW M5 remains the pragmatic king of the super saloon segment. It is not just a car; it is a statement that the future of performance is both electric and exhilarating.


Bilal concludes,

“Does that make the M5 a bargain? Perhaps. It isn’t as flashy or flamboyant as a raging bull, but that is the point of a sleeper. Clark Kent doesn’t want the world to know how super he really is underneath.”

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