Audi A5 quattro

20082026 · 29 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
24
Best
27

The Audi A5 quattro has been tested by the EPA across 29 different configurations spanning model years 2008 through 2026. Over this period, the A5 quattro has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 27 MPG, with an overall average of 24 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,650223226MPG
2025
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,650223126MPG
2021
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,550243127MPG
2020
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,550243227MPG
2019
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,550233427MPG
2018
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$2,550243327MPG
2018
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,550243427MPG
2017
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium or E85
$2,900213024MPG
2017
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$2,650233226MPG
2016
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium or E85
$2,900213024MPG
2016
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$2,650223226MPG
2015
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$2,650223226MPG
2015
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium or E85
$2,900213024MPG
2014
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium or E85
$3,000202823MPG
2014
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$2,650223226MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$2,650223226MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$2,900203024MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium or E85
$3,000202923MPG
2012
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$2,900212924MPG
2012
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$2,750213125MPG
2011
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$2,900212924MPG
2011
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$2,750213125MPG
2010
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$2,750223025MPG
2010
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,000212723MPG
2010
3.2L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,300182721MPG
2009
3.2L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,450162720MPG
2009
3.2L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,450172620MPG
2008
3.2L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,450162720MPG
2008
3.2L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,300182721MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
26
2025
26
2021
27
2020
27
2019
27
2018
27
2017
26
2016
26
2015
26
2014
26
2013
26
2012
25
2011
25
2010
25
2009
20
2008
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (A5 quattro) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Audi A5 quattro. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Audi Audi A5 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
89
Total Deaths
55

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
9.0%
Fire Occurrence
5.6%
Speeding Involved
30.3%
DUI Involved
21.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

81%
Front
9%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
1.20
2022
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2021
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2020
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.35
2019
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2018
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2017
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2016
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2014
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2025
2
2021
2
2020
1
2019
2
2018
6
2013
3
2008
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory