We cross-shopped three others and this won on fuel economy. road noise on the highway is the trade-off.
EXPERT REVIEW · SEDAN
2026 Audi A5 review
Audi A5: a sensible pick with a few compromises. Illustrative review
7.9/10 OffLot expert score
The 2026 Audi A5 is a strong contender in its class. Comfortable front seats on long trips; efficient in mixed driving. Base engine feels adequate, not quick and road noise on coarse pavement, so test the trim you'd actually buy. Starting around $48,000, it lines up with most direct rivals.
What's good
- Comfortable front seats on long trips
- Efficient in mixed driving
- Easy infotainment with phone mirroring
What to check
- Base engine feels adequate, not quick
- Road noise on coarse pavement
Best for: Buyers who want low running costs without giving up comfort. Starting MSRP: $48,000.
Owner reviews · 4.0 of 5 from 3 owners
Twelve thousand miles in. Nothing has gone wrong, dealer service has been easy, and the fuel economy still impresses passengers.
Bought it for the a long commute and it has handled everything so far. Fuel economy has been close to the sticker in mixed driving.
Price trend · used Audi A5, 12 months
Average used asking price in the OffLot demo index: $31,300 · +0.64% last 30 days · +3.44% year over year.
Manufacturer videos
Manufacturer perspective · 2026
Audi · featuresAudi A5 Sedan - Design Walkaround
Official manufacturer video. Promotional, not an independent review; equipment shown varies by trim.
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