Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| Audi A4 Avant | BMW 3 Series | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel (differs) | Petrol | Diesel |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 51,950 | € 52,900 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| Model years | 2019-now | 2019-now |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Reliability (differs) | 74/100 | 73/100 |
| Efficiency (differs) | 65/100 | 80/100 |
| Practicality (differs) | 76/100 | 72/100 |
| Value retention (differs) | 67/100 | 70/100 |
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | 40/100 | 34/100 |
| Specifications | ||
| Body style (differs) | Estate | Sedan |
| Power (hp) (differs) | 150 | 190 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 9.2 | 6.9 |
| Top speed (km/h) (differs) | 220 | 235 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4762 | 4713 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1847 | 1827 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1435 | 1440 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 1575 | 1645 |
| Consumption WLTP (l/100km) (differs) | 6.3 | – |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | 1900 | 1800 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 495 | 480 |
| Diesel consumption (l/100km) (differs) | – | 4.8 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · B9 (facelift, 35 TFSI)
D-segment estate on the MLB-evo platform; the B9 generation got a facelift in 2019 and remains the base until the A5 name change from 2025. Entry is the 35 TFSI, a 2.0 four-cylinder petrol with 48V mild hybrid and 150 hp. WLTP around 6.3 l/100km (manufacturer figure, indicative); owners report 7-8 l/100km mixed (public forums, not measured by us).
Profile · 320d (G20, LCI facelift 2022)
Rear-wheel drive D-segment sedan with the 2.0 four-cylinder turbodiesel plus 48V mild hybrid. WLTP around 4.8 l/100km (manufacturer figure, indicative); on long distance owners report 5-5.5 l/100km (public forums, not measured by us). Braked towing weight 1,800 kg.
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No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure.