Audi A5 vs Audi S5 Sportback
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Audi S5 Sportback
Overview
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi S5 SportbackPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | Premium |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi S5 SportbackPremium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50,200 (best) | $57,900 |
| Lowest listing price | $11,550 (best) | $24,423 |
| Median listing price | $56,238 | $44,969 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $63,088 | $54,423 (best) |
| For sale now | 59 (best) | 4 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi S5 SportbackPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.8 gal | 15.3 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi S5 SportbackPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 349 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi S5 SportbackPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 36.6 cu ft (best) | 21.8 cu ft |
| Payload | 992 lbs | 1,058 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,090 lbs | 3,924 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in (best) | 111.2 in |
| Length | 190.1 in (best) | 187.2 in |
| Width | 73.2 in (best) | 72.6 in |
| Height | 57 in (best) | 54.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi S5 SportbackPremium |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Audi A5 | Audi S5 Sportback |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $50,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $57,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $52,700 MSRP | Premium $62,700 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $56,700 MSRP | Premium Plus $61,800 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Premium Plus $66,500 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Prestige $64,500 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Prestige $70,250 MSRP |
Live inventory
Audi A559 for sale
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West Chester, PA
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2026 Audi A5
Glacier White Metallic•Black13 mi$57,165Audi West Chester
West Chester, PA
New2026 Audi A5
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Jacksonville, FL
New2026 Audi A5
Premium Plus
Mythos Black Metallic•Black14 mi$57,238Jack Hanania Audi Jacksonville
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Audi S5 Sportback4 for sale
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Used2023 Audi S5 Sportback
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Audi Exclusive Nardo Gray•Rotor Gray22,072 mi$54,423Jack Hanania Audi Jacksonville
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Used2019 Audi S5 Sportback
Premium Plus
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Used2018 Audi S5 Sportback
Premium Plus
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Used2024 Audi S5 Sportback
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Audi A5 vs Audi S5 Sportback FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi A5 or 2025 Audi S5 Sportback?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi A5 vs 2025 Audi S5 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 S5 Sportback?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Audi A5 starts lower at $50,200. Live Audi A5 listings start at $11,550. Live Audi S5 Sportback listings start at $24,423.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi A5 or 2025 Audi S5 Sportback?
- The 2026 Audi A5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (50,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi A5 or 2025 Audi S5 Sportback?
- The 2026 Audi A5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi A5 or 2025 Audi S5 Sportback?
- The 2025 Audi S5 Sportback leads on horsepower in this comparison (362).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi A5 vs 2025 Audi S5 Sportback?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).