Compare the2022 Chevrolet CamaroVS 2021 Audi A5

Both the Camaro and the A5 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights, rearview cameras, available collision warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rear parking sensors and rear cross-path warning.

Chevrolet’s powertrain warranty covers the Camaro 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than Audi covers the A5. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles. Coverage on the A5 ends after only 4 years or 50,000 miles.

There are almost 10 times as many Chevrolet dealers as there are Audi dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the Camaro’s warranty.

To reliably start during all conditions and help handle large electrical loads, the Camaro has a standard 700-amp battery. The A5’s 420-amp battery isn’t as powerful.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2020 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Chevrolet vehicles are better in initial quality than Audi vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Chevrolet third in initial quality, above the industry average. With 84 more problems per 100 vehicles, Audi is ranked 32nd, below the industry average.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2021 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the long-term dependability statistics that show that Chevrolet vehicles are more reliable than Audi vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Chevrolet 12th in reliability, above the industry average. With 12 more problems per 100 vehicles, Audi is ranked 20th.

The Camaro’s standard 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder produces 14 more horsepower (275 vs. 261) and 22 lbs.-ft. more torque (295 vs. 273) than the A5’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder hybrid. The Camaro’s optional 3.6 DOHC V6 produces 74 more horsepower (335 vs. 261) and 11 lbs.-ft. more torque (284 vs. 273) than the A5’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder hybrid. The Camaro LT1/SS’ standard 6.2 V8 produces 194 more horsepower (455 vs. 261) and 182 lbs.-ft. more torque (455 vs. 273) than the A5’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder hybrid. The Camaro ZL1’s standard 6.2 supercharged V8 produces 389 more horsepower (650 vs. 261) and 377 lbs.-ft. more torque (650 vs. 273) than the A5’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder hybrid.

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the Camaro V6/V8 Auto’s fuel efficiency. The A5 doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

The Camaro has 3.7 gallons more fuel capacity than the A5 (19 vs. 15.3 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

The Camaro has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The A5 doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

A 10-speed automatic is available on the Chevrolet Camaro, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only a seven-speed automatic is available for the A5.

For better stopping power the Camaro ZL1’s front brake rotors are larger than those on the A5:

The Camaro SS’ standard front and rear disc brakes are vented to help dissipate heat for shorter stops with less fading. The rear discs on the A5 are solid, not vented.

The Camaro stops much shorter than the A5:

For better traction, the Camaro ZL1 1LE Coupe’s tires are larger than the largest tires available on the A5 (F:305/30R19 & R:325/30R19 vs. 255/35R19).

The Camaro SS 1LE/ZL1’s tires provide better handling because they have a lower 30 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the A5 Premium Plus/Prestige’s optional 35 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the Camaro SS has standard 20-inch wheels. The A5’s largest wheels are only 19-inches.

The Camaro has a standard easy tire fill system. When inflating the tires, the vehicle’s integrated tire pressure sensors keep track of the pressure as the tires fill and tell the driver when the tires are inflated to the proper pressure. The A5 doesn’t offer vehicle monitored tire inflation.

Changing a flat tire near traffic can be dangerous and inconvenient. The run-flat tires available on the Camaro can be driven up to 50 miles without any air pressure, allowing you to drive to a service station for a repair. The A5 doesn’t offer run-flat tires.

The Camaro offers an optional driver-adjustable suspension system. It allows the driver to choose between an extra-supple ride, reducing fatigue on long trips, or a sport setting, which allows maximum control for tricky roads. The A5’s suspension doesn’t offer adjustable shock absorbers.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the Camaro’s wheelbase is 1.9 inches longer than on the A5 (110.7 inches vs. 108.8 inches).

For better handling and stability, the average track (width between the wheels) on the Camaro is .9 inches wider in the front and 1.1 inches wider in the rear than the track on the A5.

The Camaro SS Coupe handles at 1.12 G’s, while the A5 Prestige Coupe pulls only .85 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The Camaro SS Coupe executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 3.4 seconds quicker than the A5 Prestige Coupe (22.9 seconds @ .91 average G’s vs. 26.3 seconds @ .71 average G’s).

The Chevrolet Camaro may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs up to about 300 pounds less than the Audi A5.

Because it has more passenger and cargo room, the EPA rates the Camaro Coupe a Compact car, while the A5 Coupe is rated a Subcompact.

The Camaro Coupe has 9 cubic feet more passenger volume than the A5 Coupe (93 vs. 84). The Camaro Convertible has 2 cubic feet more passenger volume than the A5 Cabriolet (85 vs. 83).

The Camaro Coupe has 1.1 inches more front headroom and 2.6 inches more front legroom than the A5 Coupe.

The Camaro Convertible has .1 inches more front headroom, 2.6 inches more front legroom and 3.5 inches more rear shoulder room than the A5 Cabriolet.

The Camaro Auto has a standard remote vehicle starting system, so the vehicle can be started from inside the driver's house. This allows the driver to comfortably warm up the engine before going out to the vehicle. The climate system will also automatically heat or cool the interior. The A5 doesn’t offer a remote starting system.

The Camaro (except LS/LT1)’s optional easy entry system glides the driver’s seat back when the door is unlocked or the ignition is switched off, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. The A5 doesn’t offer an easy entry system.

The Camaro’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The A5 does not have an oil pressure gauge.

On a hot day the Camaro has a standard remote opening feature, to lower the top from outside. The A5 doesn’t offer a remote top, so the driver will have to enter the car, turn the ignition on and lower the top.

Insurance will cost less for the Camaro owner. The Car Book by Jack Gillis rates the Camaro with a number “1” insurance rate while the A5 is rated higher at a number “3” rate.

According to The Car Book by Jack Gillis, the Camaro is less expensive to operate than the A5 because typical repairs cost much less on the Camaro than the A5, including $291 less for a water pump, $367 less for a starter, $189 less for front struts and $17 less for a timing belt/chain.

J.D. Power and Associates rated the Camaro second among midsize sporty cars in owner reported satisfaction. This includes how well the vehicle performs and satisfies its owner’s expectations. The A5 isn’t in the top three in its category.

The Camaro was chosen as one of Car and Driver’s “Top Ten” for 3 of the last 6 years. The A5 has never been a Car and Driver “Top Ten” pick.

Motor Trend selected the Camaro as their 2016 Car of the Year. The A5 has never been chosen.

The Camaro was chosen as one of Automobile Magazine’s “All Stars” in 2013. The A5 has never been an “All Star.”