Comparing the 2023 BMW M440i xDrive vs 2023 Audi S5
Comparing the 2023 BMW M440i xDrive vs 2023 Audi S5 Coupe
When it comes to buying an emotional vehicle like a coupe, the details really matter. The right style, technology, and performance can mean all the difference between falling in love with your car every drive and not. While the rivalry between Audi and BMW runs deep and decades-long, only one of their iconic coupes will leave you looking for reasons to drive.
Performance and Powertrain
Regarding engine choices, the Audi S5 Coupe and BMW M440i xDrive Coupe have a lot in common. The Audi S5 produces 349 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque from its 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine. It pairs up with an eight-speed automatic transmission and powers all four wheels via Audi Quattro all-wheel drive. The BMW M440i xDrive produces slightly more power - 382 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque - and does it via a turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine. It also uses a quick-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission and features xDrive all-wheel drive.
Audi says the S5 will sprint from zero to 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds, and BMW says their coupe will do the same in 4.3 seconds - but independent testing has measured the same sprint in as little as 3.9 seconds. The BMW M440i xDrive is also a bit more balanced, thanks to its inline engine, providing more even weight distribution. Overall, the M440i xDrive Coupe will provide more driving engagement than the Audi S5 Coupe.
Exterior Styling
The BMW 4 Series was refreshed two years ago, receiving a completely redesigned exterior and interior. The 2023 Audi S5 remains largely the same as the car from 2020, receiving only moderate equipment adjustments and almost no exterior improvements. Both offer a wealth of vibrant colors, including reds, blues, and greens.
Where the Audi comes standard with 19-inch wheels, and 20-inch wheels are optional, the BMW M440i xDrive comes standard with 18-inch wheels. 19-inch wheels are available. Due to the larger wheel size, the Audi S5 rides a bit harsher than the M440i xDrive Coupe. These wheels do a great job of showing off the painted brake calipers that come standard on the BMW - an expensive option for Audi S5 shoppers.
Safety Features
The BMW M440i xDrive Coupe comes standard with an impressive array of driver-assistance features. Frontal collision warning, blind spot detection, speed limit info, and lane departure warning are standard and afford drivers extra peace of mind from behind the wheel. The Audi S5 Coupe does not come standard with blind-spot monitoring and requires you to add a package with other unrelated extras.
Powerful laser headlights are available on the BMW M440i xDrive Coupe as a standalone option for $1,000. To get the equivalent lights on the Audi coupe, you would need to opt for the top Prestige trim level - a package that adds $8,100 to the MSRP of the vehicle.
Standard and Available Technology
Both the BMW 4 Series and the Audi S5 offer standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, but the Audi doesn't offer its virtual cockpit as standard equipment. A fully-digital gauge cluster comes on every 2023 BMW M440i xDrive Coupe. Both vehicles feature voice command integration, a navigation system, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. BMW also has available remote engine start for just $300, an option not available for the 2023 Audi S5 Coupe.
Discover the 2023 BMW M440i xDrive Coupe at BMW of Chico
If you're looking for an exciting coupe or convertible with dynamics that quicken the pulse and unmistakable and bold styling, the BMW M440i xDrive Coupe is perfect. Call or visit BMW of Chico today to learn more, take a test drive, or begin the buying process. We hope to hear from you soon.
