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2019 Audi A5

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.

Class: Subcompact Cars
Body styles: 2dr Convertible, 2dr Coupe, Sportback
Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 248 hp
Transmission: automatic, 7-speed automatic
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive
Seats: 4–5
Fuel: Premium Gasoline
MPG (best): 27 combined · 23 city / 34 hwy
Length: 183.9–186.6 in
Curb weight: 3,605–3,990 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 3 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Excellent fuel economyUp to 27 MPG combined — 15% better than the average 2019 subcompact car (23.5 MPG).

Watch out for

Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 27 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2019 Audi A5 is a subcompact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 184 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,990 lb (2dr Convertible).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (23 city / 34 highway), 15% better than the 2019 subcompact car average of 23.5 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the vehicle speed control.

What changed for 2019

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2018 A5 — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 A5 →

Trims, performance & features

Engine248 hp2.0L 4-cyl

Transmissionautomatic · 7-speed automatic

DriveAWD/4WD

Seating4–5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

S Line quattro Prestigequattro Premiumquattro Premium PlusS Line quattro Premium

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Keyless startStandard

Built in: Ingolstadt, Germany · Neckarsulm, Germany

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2019 A5 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
2dr Convertible	183.9 in	72.8 in	53.9 in	108.7 in	62.6 / 61.8 in	3,990 lb	56/44
2dr Coupe	183.9 in	72.8 in	53.9 in	108.7 in	62.6 / 61.8 in	3,605 lb	56/44
Sportback	186.6 in	72.4 in	54.3 in	111.4 in	62.6 / 61.8 in	3,704 lb	57/43

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
A5 quattro	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (AM-S7)	All-Wheel Drive	23 / 34 / 27	+15%	$3,050	328
A5 Cabriolet quattro	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (AM-S7)	All-Wheel Drive	23 / 34 / 27	+15%	$3,050	328
A5 Sportback quattro	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (AM-S7)	All-Wheel Drive	23 / 34 / 27	-4%	$3,050	328

6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

6/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Spend $3,250Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

23.5 MPG2019 Subcompact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2019 Audi A5.

Similar 2019 subcompact cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2019 Audi A5 (this car)	27 MPG	Not rated	3
2019 BMW 3 Series	30 MPG	★★★★★	0
2019 Lexus IS	24 MPG	Not rated	2
2019 Audi A4	30 MPG	Not rated	1
2019 Tesla Model 3	310 mi	★★★★★	22
2019 Audi A3	29 MPG	★★★★★	4
2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class	28 MPG	Not rated	0

Recalls (3)

Tires · Jan 26, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V034000 · 31,058 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Risk: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.

Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · Nov 10, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V874000 · 208,332 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe, 2019 RS5 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, and Audi S5 Sportback vehicles. The cable connecting the seat heater to the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) may have a contact fault, causing the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
Risk: A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74E3. This recall is an expansion of Recall 19V-547 (74D9). Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-547 will need to return for the new remedy.

Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-Powered Axle Assembly · Apr 26, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V295000 · 40,993 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Risk: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2019 Audi A5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

12Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

1Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

0Injuries reported

15,000 miTypical mileage at failure

Vehicle Speed Control4

Steering3

Electrical System2

Structure › Body1

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking1

Suspension1

Wheels1

Latches/Locks/Linkages1

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2019 Audi A5 buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Vehicle Speed Control — 4 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
Steering — 3 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
Electrical System — 2 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 15,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Audi A5. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other A5 years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2027 A5	26	–	Not rated	0	0
2026 A5	26	190.2 in	Not rated	0	1
2025 A5	29	185 in	Not rated	2	9
2024 A5	30	185 in	Not rated	0	8
2023 A5	28	185 in	Not rated	0	8
2022 A5	29	185 in	Not rated	2	7
2021 A5	28	185 in	Not rated	5	8
2020 A5	27	183.9 in	Not rated	4	60
2018 A5	27	183.9 in	Not rated	6	38
2017 A5	26	182.7 in	Not rated	3	2
2016 A5	26	182.7 in	Not rated	3	7
2015 A5	26	182.7 in	Not rated	3	9

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →