Audi A5 vs Alfa Romeo Giulia
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Sedans compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 30 Aug 2026, price 24 Jun 2026
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$79,900RRP
- with the Alfa Romeo Giulia's standard kit: $79,900 (nothing to add)
$76,450RRP
- no option data for this car
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Price Breakdown
The Audi A5 starts from $79,900 before on-road costs, while the Alfa Romeo Giulia opens at $76,450. That makes the Alfa Romeo Giulia the more affordable entry point by $3,450.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $87,890 and $84,095 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Alfa Romeo Giulia by roughly $1,140 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Recalls on our record
Audi A5
- REC-005841 · published 30 Nov 2023Due to a manufacturing defect, the outer backrest frame of the front seats may have been incorrectly welded.Year range on the notice: 2023
- REC-001665 · published 3 Sep 2021Some nuts fitted to the rear axle assembly did not meet manufacturing specifications and may break.Year range on the notice: 2019 - 2021
- REC-001650 · published 23 Jul 2021The seatbelt warning (acoustic warning tone and visual display) may occasionally operate rather than continuously, in circumstances such as a seatbelt not fastened or unfastened while the vehicle is moving.Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2021
- 10 more on the model page.
Alfa Romeo Giulia
- REC-005416 · published 28 Apr 2022Due to a manufacturing issue, the automatic Adaptive Light System (AFS) sensors may not adjust as intended when there is a change in load or load distribution on the vehicle.Year range on the notice: 2020 - 2022
- REC-005038 · published 19 Jan 2022Due to a manufacturing issue, the fuel sensor housing may crack and cause a fuel leak.Year range on the notice: 2020 - 2021
- REC-000006 · published 11 Aug 2019On some Alfa Romeo Giulia MY2017-2019 and Alfa Romeo Stelvio MY2017-2019, the instrument panel shows more fuel than what is actually present in the fuel tank.Year range on the notice: 2017 - 2019
- 1 more on the model page.
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Feature Showdown
The Audi A5 features a 14.5-inch touchscreen paired with a 11.9-inch digital dash, while the Alfa Romeo Giulia gets a 8.8-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Audi A5 stands out with head-up display, heated front seats, ventilated seats, power tailgate and Bang & Olufsen audio — features our data doesn't list for the Alfa Romeo Giulia. The Alfa Romeo Giulia counters with Harman Kardon audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Audi A5 uses a 4-cylinder petrol with direct fuel injection, turbocharging producing 150kW and 340Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed s tronic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.8 seconds.
The Alfa Romeo Giulia responds with a Petrol making 206kW and 400Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5.2 seconds.
The Alfa Romeo Giulia has the clear power advantage at 206kW vs 150kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Alfa Romeo Giulia is 2.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Audi A5 measures 4,829mm long on a 2,892mm wheelbase, 186mm longer than the Alfa Romeo Giulia at 4,643mm (2,820mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Audi A5 generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 445L in the Audi A5 and 480L in the Alfa Romeo Giulia, giving the Alfa Romeo Giulia a 35L advantage.
For towing, the Audi A5 leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 1,600kg. That 200kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.4m to 11.6m
Based on 11.4m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 11.6m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Compare U-turns side by side
Turning Circle · U-turn compare
kerb-to-kerb, 2 cars0 of 2 clear a 7.0 m street in one sweep
Green cars complete the U-turn; amber need a 3-point turn. Drag the slider to test tighter streets.
Standard widths: AU local streets ~5.5–7 m; main roads ~9–12 m.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,967/year for the Audi A5 and $1,739/year for the Alfa Romeo Giulia. That is a $228 annual difference in favour of the Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Audi A5) vs 5 years / 150,000km (Alfa Romeo Giulia). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Audi A5 if: You need stronger towing, or prefer Audi's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Alfa Romeo Giulia if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, need more boot space, want lower running costs, or prefer Alfa Romeo's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
Audi A5: Top CarSorted Score, 73 vs 70, but the Alfa Romeo Giulia is $3,450 cheaper
The Audi A5 comes out ahead on the CarSorted Score (73 vs 70), taking 1 of 6 key spec rows below. The deciding gaps: safety (Audi A5 ahead by 27), performance (Alfa Romeo Giulia ahead by 16), fuel economy (Alfa Romeo Giulia ahead by 7). The Alfa Romeo Giulia will save you roughly $228 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Alfa Romeo Giulia has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Audi A5 and Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The Alfa Romeo Giulia is the cheapest at $76,450 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Audi A5 by $3,450.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Alfa Romeo Giulia uses the least fuel at 6.1L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Audi A5 holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Alfa Romeo Giulia, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The Alfa Romeo Giulia has the largest boot at 480L with the seats up.
Which can tow the most?
The Audi A5 has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,800kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Alfa Romeo Giulia makes the most power at 206kW. The Alfa Romeo Giulia is quickest to 100km/h in 5.2s.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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