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Audi A5 vs Audi A5 Sportback

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Audi A5

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2025 Audi A5 Sportback

Overview

SpecAudi A5PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
Selected trimPremiumPremium S line
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission7-speed automated manual7-speed automated manual
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20262025

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A5PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
MSRP$50,200$48,400 (best)
Lowest listing price$11,550 (best)$21,194
Median listing price$56,238$27,999 (best)
Highest listing price$63,088$37,423 (best)
For sale now59 (best)11

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A5PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
Combined MPG26 MPG26 MPG
City MPG22 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG32 MPG32 MPG
Fuel tank14.8 gal15.3 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi A5PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
Horsepower268 hp (best)261 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)273 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi A5PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume36.6 cu ft (best)21.8 cu ft
Payload992 lbs1,058 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,090 lbs3,770 lbs (best)
Wheelbase113.8 in (best)111.2 in
Length190.1 in (best)187.2 in
Width73.2 in (best)72.6 in
Height57 in (best)54.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A5PremiumAudi A5 SportbackPremium S line
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
RolloverNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi A5Audi A5 Sportback
1

Premium

$50,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium S line

$48,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$52,700 MSRP

Premium

$49,700 MSRP

3

Prestige

$56,700 MSRP

Premium Plus

$53,300 MSRP

4

Premium Plus S line

$54,200 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi A5 vs Audi A5 Sportback FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi A5 or 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi A5 vs 2025 Audi A5 Sportback on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi A5 or 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback starts lower at $48,400. Live Audi A5 listings start at $11,550. Live Audi A5 Sportback listings start at $21,194.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi A5 or 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?
The 2025 Audi A5 Sportback leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,400).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi A5 vs 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Audi A5 Sportback (5/5 NHTSA overall).