Used Audi A5 for Sale nearElmhurst, IL

How much does the Audi A5 cost in today's market?

Used Audi A5 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Audi A5's current nationwide average price is $31,762, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $20,354 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2022, 2023, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Audi A5 a good car?

Yes — the Audi A5 has a strong reputation with owners across its model years, and the overall rating backs that up.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the A5 for its stylish design, sporty handling, and upscale interior. Comfort and a well-equipped cabin also come through as recurring strengths, along with the car’s engaging driving feel.

35.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi A5 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently highlight the A5’s premium cabin, polished driving feel, and strong safety reputation. Across the model years in the data, the A5 also earns praise for its blend of style, comfort, and everyday usability.

• Owners rate the Audi A5 between 4.3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully and focusing on well-kept examples, especially among older model years.

What should I look for when buying a used Audi A5?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 83.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

What Audi A5 do most buyers choose?

The Audi A5 years with the most listings are 2025, 2026, and 2024.

The highest-volume years tend to attract the most shoppers because they offer the broadest selection and the easiest comparison shopping. They also usually give you more chances to find the right trim, color, and price point.

What is the Audi A5's resale value?

The table shows broad price declines across the model years listed, which can create better opportunities for used buyers. Several recent years have seen especially sharp drops, while a few older years have moved down more gradually. That mix suggests you can find meaningful value across the lineup if you shop carefully.

The 2016, 2014, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Should I buy a used Audi A5 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −20.18% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −8.28%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.8% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $40,112.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the newest version, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2024 Audi A5 compare to the 2024 BMW 4 Series?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.