2018 Audi A5

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Rating8.6

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Compact Coupe
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$42,600 - $57,200
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 1, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Stable and smooth ride

Tight second row

Lays the foundation for the second generation model with a full redesign

Tech-savvy interior

Comes with the smallest fuel tank in the competition

Athletic appearance

Specs & Features

$42,800

price

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

torque

7-Speed Auto-Shift Manual w/od

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 7AM

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Audi A5 Coupe makes for an excellent contender in the midsize coupe class. With 3 trims on offer, the Audi A5 has a base MSRP of $42,800, with prices going all the way up to an MSRP of $50,400, competing directly with the BMW 4 Series, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and the Lexus RC 300. Only a 2.0L turbo Inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a standard 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission or an optional 6-speed manual transmission. Together, they produce 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 5.6 seconds, the A5 maintains a combined fuel economy of 27 MPG. Audi offers the A5 in 12 stunning colors, with the Florett Silver Metallic being a particular favorite of ours. We and quot;CarTell.tvquot; are on the same page quot;you get an instant response and don#39;t lack power in no racing conditionquot; when you are inside its cabin. Check out more on this video.

Buying Advice

Our recommendation is the mid-range Premium Plus trim. Compared to the base Premium trim, you get more standard luxury features and optional packages. However, the Driver Assistance Package is reserved for the top-ranking Prestige trim. 

Trims

    Premium
    $42,600 onwards
    • AM/FM/HD
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    Premium Plus
    $42,800 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 252 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.5 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 27 mpg
    Premium Plus S
    $42,800 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 7AM
    • Horsepower: 252 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 27 mpg
    Prestige
    $42,800 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 252 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.5 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 27 mpg
    Prestige S
    $42,800 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 7AM
    • Horsepower: 252 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 27 mpg

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Engine

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Rating

7.48

Horsepower

220 hp @ 4500 rpm

Torque

258 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

Capacity

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Gasoline

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258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

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Gasoline

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258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm

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Gasoline

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296 hp @ 5500 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

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Gasoline

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2018 Audi A5 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2018 Audi A5

    Ranked #10

    5.5 sec14.2 sec130 mph
    3.1 sec11.2 sec172 mph
    3.6 sec12.2 sec155 mph
    2018 BMW M4

    Ranked #3

    3.7 sec12 sec174 mph
    4.4 sec13.1 sec130 mph
    2018 Audi S5

    Ranked #4

    4.4 sec13.1 sec155 mph

    2018 Audi A5 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2018 Audi A5

      Ranked #1

      24 mpg33 mpg29 mpg15.3 gal.367.2/504.9 mi.
      21 mpg35 mpg28 mpg13.7 gal.328.8/479.5 mi.
      21 mpg34 mpg27 mpg15.8 gal.379.2/537.2 mi.
      22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/556.8 mi.
      23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/555 mi.
      2018 Audi TT

      Ranked #4

      23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.333.5/435 mi.

      2018 Audi A5 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2018 Audi A5

        Ranked #7

        184 in.72.7 in.54 in.5 in.108.8 in.
        194.2 in.75.4 in.53.3 in.5 in.115.8 in.
        186.3 in.74.4 in.64.5 in.6.1 in.113.1 in.
        185.2 in.72.6 in.54.7 in.5.1 in.107.5 in.
        184.8 in.72.4 in.54.9 in.5.3 in.107.5 in.
        184.8 in.72.4 in.54.9 in.5.3 in.107.5 in.

        2018 Audi A5 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2018 Audi A5

          Ranked #1

          11.6 cu.ft.100.6 cu.ft.79.2 cu.ft.
          10.4 cu.ft.82 cu.ft.66.3 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi TT

          Ranked #3

          12 cu.ft.63 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi TTS

          Ranked #3

          12 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi S5

          Ranked #3

          11.6 cu.ft.116.6 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.

          2018 Audi A5 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2018 Audi A5

            Ranked #1

            79.2 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.79.2 cu.ft.-
            9.2 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.-
            41 cu.ft.13.8 cu.ft.41 cu.ft.76 ft.
            2018 Audi TT

            Ranked #4

            57.5 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.98 ft.
            4.4 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.-
            -10.1 cu.ft.--

            2018 Audi A5 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2018 Audi A5

              Ranked #2

              -882 lbs.3549 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1422 lbs.4001 lbs.
              -700 lbs.3748 lbs.
              -838 lbs.3306 lbs.
              -785 lbs.3519 lbs.
              -1023 lbs.3727 lbs.

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