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2026 Audi A5 Saloon e-hybrid vs 2025 Audi S3 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 S3 Saloon
Audi · 2025
Trim / Variant
★ 9.1 /10
329
HP
4.7s
0–60
£47k
MSRP
At a Glance

Score Breakdown

How each car scores across 6 expert categories

Overall Score
Audi A5
8.3
Audi S3
9.1
Performance
Audi A5
7.8
Audi S3
9
Driving Dynamics
Audi A5
8.2
Audi S3
8.9
Technology
Audi A5
8.7
Audi S3
8.8
Comfort
Audi A5
8.3
Audi S3
8.3
Value for Money
Audi A5
7.6
Audi S3
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 S3 Saloon
Performance9
Dynamics8.9
Tech8.8
Comfort8.3
Value7.5
Engine9
Specifications
Audi
A5 Saloon e-hybrid
Audi
S3 Saloon
Performance
6 fields›
0–60 mph
5.9s
4.7s
▲ Best
Top Speed
155 mph
▲ Best
155 mph
▲ Best
Power
295 hp
329 hp
▲ Best
Torque
450 lb-ft
▲ Best
420 lb-ft
0–100 km/h
—
—
Nürburgring
N/A
N/A
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
  • ✦Best comfort rating
🏆 Winner
Audi S3 Saloon
Aggregate score: 51.5/60
  • ✦Quickest 0–60 acceleration
  • ✦Highest top speed
  • ✦Most powerful engine
  • ✦Most affordable MSRP
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