Audi A5 2007-2016 used car review

The Audi A5 is a medium-sized sports liftback that shares a lot of its features with the A4 sedan and wagon.

Richard Edwards
Richard Edwards
Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group
Exterior , 4 out of 5 Drive , 4.5 out of 5 Safety , 5 out of 5 Value , 2.5 out of 5 Interior , 3.5 out of 5

Overall score , 3.9 out of 5

The good
  • Desirable, sporty looks
  • Extremely comfortable front seats
  • Practical boot for this type of car
The not-so-good
  • Six-cylinder version is very thirsty
  • Really only a four-seater

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2010 Audi A5 Sportback 3.2FSI

Price

$17,000 to $33,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

3.2-litre six-cylinder turbocharged, 195kW and 330Nm

Transmission

Six-speed automatic, all-wheel drive

Safety rating

Five-star ANCAP or Used Car Safety Rating

Servicing

12 months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

10.6-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Premium

Length

4712mm

Width

1854mm

Height

1391mm

Towing capacity

750kg (unbraked), 1700kg (braked)

Turning circle

11.5m

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