Used Audi A5 Sportback for Sale nearPalm Desert, CA

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 $28,432, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $28,281 over the past year. 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 style, performance, and everyday usefulness in one package. The all-generations owner rating is 4.87/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its stylish design, excellent performance, smooth ride, hatchback practicality, large cargo space, and advanced sound system. Expert impressions also reinforce its attractive styling, rich cabin feel, and enjoyable driving character.

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

The main trade-offs center on convenience and equipment choices, with recent expert coverage pointing to features such as ventilated seats, navigation, and driver-assistance content that vary by trim.

39.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi A5 Sportback models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Audi A5 Sportback highly, and the feedback points to a car that delivers a smooth, satisfying ownership experience. Expert commentary also highlights its solid build quality, appealing cabin, and well-rounded driving character.

• Owners rate the Audi A5 Sportback between 4.6 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, you should pay close attention to vehicle history and maintenance records, especially on older examples where accident-free inventory is lower.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 83.7% — 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: Every A5 Sportback includes forward-collision warning, low-to-moderate-speed automatic emergency braking, and occupant-prep safety technology; Premium Plus adds blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert and Vehicle Exit Assist, while Prestige adds front and rear parking sensors, a top-view camera system, and the Driver Assistance Package.
• Infotainment: The latest version of Audi’s MMI Touch infotainment system offers 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 4-cylinder engine, 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission, and standard Quattro all-wheel drive. It suits you if you want the core A5 Sportback experience with strong performance and everyday usability.
• Premium: Premium is the entry point to the lineup and gives you the A5 Sportback’s core style, utility, and standard leather upholstery.
• Premium Plus: Premium Plus adds Audi Virtual Cockpit, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, Vehicle Exit Assist, the latest MMI Touch infotainment system, and available Bang & Olufsen audio. This is the best-value trim if you want the richest mix of features and price.
• Prestige: Prestige adds Audi Virtual Cockpit as standard, a full-color head-up display, adaptive cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, a top-view camera system, and the Driver Assistance Package.
• 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 model years tend to draw the most shoppers because they offer a broad mix of availability, pricing, and deal opportunities. More listings also give you more room to compare condition, mileage, and equipment before you buy.

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. Several years have seen double-digit drops, creating more approachable entry points for buyers. The smallest changes are still negative, so the overall pattern favors shoppers looking for value rather than sellers chasing strong retention.

The 2019, 2021, and 2018 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 −15.95% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −10.48%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 39.8% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 39.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $30,740. The Audi A5 Sportback offers a stylish, upscale cabin with practical hatchback utility and an engaging driving character.

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

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.