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2026 Audi A5 Saloon e-hybrid vs 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon

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2026 Audi A5 Saloon e-hybrid
Audi · 2026
Trim / Variant
★ 8.3 /10
295
HP
5.9s
0–60
£49k
MSRP
2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon
Audi · 2025
Trim / Variant
★ 9.2 /10
395
HP
3.8s
0–60
£61k
MSRP
At a Glance

Score Breakdown

How each car scores across 6 expert categories

Overall Score
Audi A5
8.3
Audi RS
9.2
Performance
Audi A5
7.8
Audi RS
9.8
Driving Dynamics
Audi A5
8.2
Audi RS
9.1
Technology
Audi A5
8.7
Audi RS
8.8
Comfort
Audi A5
8.3
Audi RS
8.3
Value for Money
Audi A5
7.6
Audi RS
7.5
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Performance Radar

Larger filled area means stronger all-round capability across all categories

Audi A5 Saloon e-hybrid
Performance7.8
Dynamics8.2
Tech8.7
Comfort8.3
Value7.6
Engine8.2
Audi RS 3 Saloon
Performance9.8
Dynamics9.1
Tech8.8
Comfort8.3
Value7.5
Engine9.8
Specifications
Audi
A5 Saloon e-hybrid
Audi
RS 3 Saloon
Performance
6 fields›
0–60 mph
5.9s
3.8s
▲ Best
Top Speed
155 mph
▲ Best
155 mph
▲ Best
Power
295 hp
395 hp
▲ Best
Torque
450 lb-ft
500 lb-ft
▲ Best
0–100 km/h
—
—
Nürburgring
N/A
7:33.123
Engine & Drivetrain
11 fields›
Fuel & Efficiency
7 fields›
Chassis & Brakes
5 fields›
Wheels & Tyres
4 fields›
Steering
3 fields›
Dimensions
10 fields›
Technology & Features
4 fields›
Price & Value
1 fields›
Expert Scores
8 fields›
Feature Checklist✓ Standard  ✗ Not Available
Safety Features
14 features›
Exterior Features
10 features›
Instrumentation
2 features›
Infotainment
10 features›
Comfort & Convenience
18 features›
Conclusion

Verdict

Based on aggregate expert scores across all categories

Audi A5 Saloon e-hybrid
Aggregate score: 48.8/60
  • ✦Highest top speed
  • ✦Most affordable MSRP
  • ✦Best comfort rating
🏆 Winner
Audi RS 3 Saloon
Aggregate score: 53.3/60
  • ✦Quickest 0–60 acceleration
  • ✦Highest top speed
  • ✦Most powerful engine
  • ✦Best comfort rating
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