Head to head · Coupe
Audi A5 vs BMW 2 Series
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the BMW 2 Series comes out ahead of the Audi A5, winning 3 of the 4 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Audi A5 | BMW 2 Series |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £23,900 (2023, 30,500 mi) | £26,850 (2023, 24,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 64% · wins | 60% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 75 | 77 · wins |
| Average mpg | 43 | 45 · wins |
| Insurance group | 39 | 35 · wins |
| Road tax / year | £200 | £200 |
| Typical annual service | £290 | £290 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
A5 vs 2 Series — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the A5 or the 2 Series?
The BMW 2 Series scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 77 against the Audi A5's 75 out of 100.
Which holds its value better, the A5 or the 2 Series?
The Audi A5 — it keeps about 64% of its original price after three years, against 60% for the BMW 2 Series.
How much does a used A5 cost compared with a 2 Series?
A roughly three-year-old Audi A5 is worth about £23,900 at typical mileage, against about £26,850 for the equivalent BMW 2 Series.