Used Audi A5 Sportback for Sale nearColumbus, OH

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

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

The Audi A5 Sportback's current nationwide average price is $26,987, and its lowest point over the past year was $26,987. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Audi A5 Sportback a good car?

Yes — the Audi A5 Sportback is a strong pick if you want a stylish, practical luxury hatchback with a smooth ride and engaging performance. The all-generations owner rating is 4.9/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the A5 Sportback for its sleek design, enjoyable driving feel, and useful hatchback layout with generous cargo space. They also highlight the premium cabin, comfortable seating, and strong audio and tech features as part of the car’s appeal.

Expert reviews rate the 2018 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on convenience and equipment packaging, with some recent-year expert feedback pointing to features that arrive on higher trims rather than the entry setup. You’ll also want to pay attention to how each year is equipped, since the value story changes meaningfully by trim.

38.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi A5 Sportback models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Audi A5 Sportback very highly, and the feedback points to a car that delivers a smooth ride, strong performance, and a premium-feeling cabin. Expert commentary also reinforces the model’s appealing blend of style, utility, and driving enjoyment.

• Owners rate the Audi A5 Sportback between 4.6 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks most manageable when you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and the right equipment for your needs.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 80.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: forward-collision warning, low-to-moderate-speed automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, Vehicle Exit Assist, front and rear parking sensors, top-view camera system, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist technology, automatic high-beam headlights, and a traffic-sign recognition system
• Infotainment: Audi’s MMI Touch infotainment system with a larger 8.3-inch display screen and handwriting recognition technology
• Fuel efficiency: 27 mpg in combined driving

Which Audi A5 Sportback trim should I buy?

The 2018 Audi A5 Sportback offers these trims:

• A5: The A5 brings the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission, and standard Quattro all-wheel drive. It suits you if you want the core A5 experience with strong performance and everyday usability.
• Premium Plus: Premium Plus adds Audi Virtual Cockpit, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, Vehicle Exit Assist, and the Bang & Olufsen audio system. It stands out as the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds several of the model’s most desirable features.
• Prestige: Prestige adds the full head-up display, front and rear parking sensors, top-view camera system, and the Driver Assistance Package with adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, automatic high-beam headlights, and traffic-sign recognition. It suits you if you want the most complete feature set.
• S5: The S5 brings the turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine for stronger acceleration and handling.

What Audi A5 Sportback do most buyers choose?

The Audi A5 Sportback years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2022.

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer a broader mix of pricing, mileage, and equipment. More listings also give you more chances to compare condition and find a deal that fits your budget.

What is the Audi A5 Sportback's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the model years, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The largest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while the older years show smaller year-over-year changes. That pattern gives you more room to find value, especially if you’re open to a slightly older example.

The 2018, 2019, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Audi A5 Sportback safe?

• 2018: 8/10

For the safest used buy, the 2018 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Audi A5 Sportback now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −14.02% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −12.66%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 37.6% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 38.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $29,853. The Audi A5 Sportback offers a stylish, premium cabin with a practical hatchback layout and a polished driving character.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback compare to the 2022 BMW 4 Series?

Our experts score the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback 8.2/10 and the 2022 BMW 4 Series 6.5/10. The Audi brings a lower average used price and a much smaller pool of listings, while the BMW offers a higher accident-free share and a larger selection. Both deliver similar highway mpg, but the BMW has a slightly stronger city figure and a higher starting MSRP.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.