A4 or A5?

Looking for input and opinions on purchasing a recent (2022 - 2024) A4 or A5. Cleary they have some differences in appearance, and the A5 having a hatch. Would I be sacrificing comfort if I went with an A5 over an A4 of similar trim?

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Rodrisco102389

They’re basically the same car comfort wise. I believe the a5 sits a little lower but nothing crazy.

fivemagicks [OP]

I do like the look of the A5 better, for sure. Hatches are always nice. Used to have a GTI.

Rodrisco102389

I prefer the sportback body style as well. It looks a bit more unique and is super practical. I wanted a GTI as a kid lol.

fivemagicks [OP]

Dude, same! Loved em. Mine was 2017 six speed with the plaid seats. Loved that car. Honestly, I got sick of driving a manual after four years. Owning a car with a manual transmission has always been a bucket list thing for me.

Rodrisco102389

The plaid seats were so cool. I love my S5, but every now and again I look at Golf R listings lol.

fivemagicks [OP]

The nice thing about gti's is that they're a huge enthusiast car. You can always find tons of info on DIY items for them because of this.

Rodrisco102389

There’s a surprising amount of power to be had modding them too!