One of the most important differences in the Audi A5 vs. BMW 3 Series comparison is drivetrain configuration. The 2026 Audi A5 comes standard with quattro® all-wheel drive and a seven-speed S tronic® transmission. Its turbocharged four-cylinder engine produces 268 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. The BMW 330i Sedan comes standard with rear-wheel drive. Drivers who prefer all-wheel drive can select the 330i xDrive Sedan, which uses BMW's xDrive system. Both BMW 330i configurations produce 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. For Coral Springs shoppers specifically comparing AWD luxury sedans, the distinction is straightforward: quattro® is already standard on the A5.

The A5 Adds Horsepower Without Sacrificing Acceleration

The Audi A5 produces 268 horsepower, giving it a 13-horsepower advantage over the BMW 330i's 255 horsepower. Both vehicles produce 295 lb-ft of torque. Audi lists the A5 at 5.6 seconds from 0–60 mph. BMW lists the rear-wheel-drive 330i at the same 5.6 seconds, while the 330i xDrive reaches 60 mph in a manufacturer-estimated 5.4 seconds. Those numbers make the comparison less about a single acceleration figure and more about configuration. The A5 combines its higher horsepower rating with standard AWD, while BMW gives shoppers a choice between rear-wheel drive and xDrive.

Audi Builds the Cabin Around a Panoramic Digital Stage

Technology is one of the A5's defining strengths. Audi combines an 11.9-inch virtual cockpit with a standard 14.5-inch MMI® touch display, creating what the brand calls a panoramic digital stage. The system places driving information and infotainment functions across a wide, driver-focused interface. An available Technology package can add a 10.9-inch passenger display and head-up display. Audi connect CARE® also includes functions such as remote engine start. The BMW 330i uses BMW Operating System 8.5 with QuickSelect, designed to provide faster access to frequently used entertainment and contacts. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ provide smartphone integration.

Both vehicles deliver modern connected technology, but the A5's 14.5-inch MMI® display and integrated virtual cockpit make its screen architecture a prominent part of the cabin design.

Sportback-Inspired Design Gives the A5 a Distinct Identity

The latest A5 moves beyond the traditional three-box sedan profile. Audi describes the car with a sweeping roofline, flush door handles, generous dimensions, and a bold rear LED light strip. A standard panoramic glass roof further shapes the A5's design inside and out. Available variable light control can adjust the roof's shading, while standard LED headlights and available lighting signatures provide additional customization. The BMW 330i stays closer to the established sport-sedan formula, combining a four-door body with BMW's driver-oriented interior and available performance-focused chassis features. BMW also includes standard Ambient Lighting and offers Adaptive M Suspension.

The result is a clear stylistic choice: the 3 Series maintains a traditional sports-sedan character, while the A5 uses a more flowing, contemporary silhouette.

Experience the 2026 Audi A5 at Audi Coral Springs. Explore available A5 models, compare features and configurations, and schedule a test drive to experience standard quattro® all-wheel drive, 268-horsepower performance, and Audi's panoramic digital cockpit firsthand.