Used Audi A5 for sale in Europe

About the Audi A5

The Audi A5 is a mid-size premium car built on the same mechanical base as the A4 of its time. It is aimed at drivers who want a more stylish body than a saloon, with a comfortable cabin and secure road manners. Many cars are driven mainly on motorways.

The range has covered a two-door Coupé, a five-door Sportback and a Cabriolet. The newest generation is sold as a Sedan and an Avant instead. Engines include petrol and diesel units, quattro all-wheel drive on many versions, and manual, multitronic and S tronic gearboxes on older cars.

Our listings span model years 2007 to 2027 and include petrol, diesel, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, CNG and LPG cars. The generation matters more than the badge. Engine, gearbox and body style change the buying checks considerably.

Generations

• 8T (2007-2016) — Launched as a Coupé, with the Sportback and Cabriolet following in 2009 and a facelift around 2011-2012.
• F5 (2016-2024) — Second generation with Coupé, Sportback and Cabriolet bodies, a mid-life update, and a move to more digital controls inside.
• B10 (2024-present) — Third generation sold as a Sedan and an Avant, taking over the role of the A4 in Audi's range.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise steadily with model year. A 2010 car has a median asking price of €7,900. For 2017 the median is €20,000, and for 2022 it is €32,000. Cars from 2025 have a median of €47,500, reflecting the newest generation and low mileage. Within each year, prices spread widely depending on engine, trim, body style, mileage and country. Quattro, S line trim and the S5 variants usually sit at the upper end. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Audi A5

Ask for the full service history and check the car cold, so starting problems and noises are not hidden. Compare the exact engine, gearbox and body style with the listing, as the checks differ a lot between versions.

• Oil use and timing chain · 8T, 1.8 and 2.0 TFSI petrol

  Early TFSI petrol engines are widely discussed for high oil consumption and timing chain wear. Ask how often oil was changed, check the level, and listen for rattling on a cold start. Look for evidence of any chain work.

• Multitronic CVT behaviour · 8T with multitronic gearbox

  Front-wheel-drive cars of this period often have the multitronic CVT. Test for judder, whining or slipping under light and heavy throttle. Ask for records of fluid services and any gearbox repairs.

• Dual-clutch gearbox feel · S tronic cars

  On S tronic cars, drive in town and on the open road. Hesitation, jerks at low speed or warning messages need investigation. Check that gearbox oil and filter changes were done at the intervals Audi specifies.

• Particulate filter and EGR · Diesel

  Diesels used mostly for short trips can have blocked particulate filters or EGR valves. Check for warning lights, rough running and a record of any software update or emissions-system repair. Ask how the car was used.

• Roof, seals and drains · Cabriolet

  Operate the fabric roof several times and watch for slow or uneven movement. Look for damp carpets, stained seals and blocked drains. Check the roof fabric for wear along folds and at the rear window.

• Charging and fuel systems · Plug-in hybrid and CNG

  On plug-in hybrids, inspect the charging port and cable, and confirm the car charges normally. On CNG cars, ask for the tank inspection documents and check that gas and petrol modes both work. On LPG cars, ask who fitted the conversion and whether it is documented.

• Electronics, suspension and history

  Test every screen function, driver assistance feature and window. Listen for suspension knocks and check tyre wear for alignment problems. Compare mileage against service records and check the VIN for open recalls and signs of accident repair.

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