Iconic Style and Performance - The BMW 5 Series Sedan Reigns Supreme in a Luxury Car Competition

Since 1972, the BMW 5 Series has stood tall as the go-to sedan for drivers who prefer their car with a touch of luxury, refinement, and high-tech features. Currently in its seventh generation, this car proves year after year that it's the premium brand sedan that offers a complete package. If you're ready to see what makes this model the best choice for your Knoxville rides, consider the topnotch selection of available options at Grayson BMW.

With its signature BMW performance and high-end interior charm, the 5 Series is the car to beat in any competition. But we understand if other brands and similarly sized sedans are competing for your attention, which is why we've put together this comparison page to help you come to the right decision for your needs.

Read on to learn more about how our beloved 5 Series stacks up against the Audi A6. Both have been around for a long time and both have a loyal base of fans, but we've highlighted several important areas where the BMW car comes out ahead of the Audi.

BMW 5 Series

Audi A6

The BMW 5 Series vs. the Audi A6

Standard Features

While both luxury cars present Maryville, TN and Sevierville drivers with a range of great features and the latest automotive technologies, the BMW 5 Series gives us more of what we want as standard equipment. For example, every 5 Series gets a standard push-button ignition, which isn't available in the Audi lineup until further up.

Optional Features

Not only does the BMW 5 Series have more amenities standard than the Audi A6, it also has a wider availability of optional features. You could choose to purchase the base model BMW 530i and get ventilated seats and adaptive cruise control, and more, on it. But you can't get these with the base A6 model and, in fact, you would have to move up trim levels to obtain them.

Power and Performance

Both renowned cars have different powertrain options available to select from, including gas and hybrid systems, and both have similar outputs from their engines. The BMW inline-four base engine puts out 248 horsepower, and the Audi A6 base four-cylinder puts out 248 horsepower. But only the BMW has two other impressive options - an inline-six upgrade and the powerhouse M550i xDrive V8 with 523 horsepower. This collection of four engine options, compare to two with the Audi, means Oak Ridge, TN get more options for how their car comes equipped, with as much power as they can handle.

BMW xDrive

Speaking of options, BMW understands that the driving experience is not a one-size-fits-all situation. This is why there are more engines to choose from here, and it's why you get the choice of whether or not you want the signature xDrive all-wheel drive system on your car. The 5 Series has the choice of either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, while the A6 has only all-wheel drive. With our annual average snowfall around six inches and winter temps that rarely dip below freezing, many of our customers find that all-wheel drive is not something they necessarily need on their new cars, and the BMW gives you the choice.

Cargo Space

Whether it's trips to the airport with suitcases, trips to the golf course with a full bag of clubs, or trips to the grocery store, the BMW 5 Series can help transport all your cargo safely and securely. It also holds more than the Audi A6 trunk, making it more useful in all situations.

Test Drive the BMW 5 Series in Person

We can show you these, and all the other ways in which the BMW 5 Series comes out ahead of the competition, by setting you up behind the wheel for a test drive of your own. Browse our collection online and stop by to experience the 5 Series difference for yourself.