Used Audi S5 for Sale nearFort Jones, CA

How much does the Audi S5 cost in today's market?

Used Audi S5 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Audi S5's current nationwide average price is $46,560, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $29,534 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2018 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Audi S5 a good car?

Yes — the Audi S5 is a compelling choice if you want a sporty luxury car with strong performance and a polished everyday feel. The all-generations owner rating is 4.66/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the S5 for its powerful acceleration, stylish design, and engaging driving experience. They also frequently highlight the smooth handling, luxurious interiors, and advanced technology features.

Expert reviews rate the 2025 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs called out in expert reviews are uninspired styling, a noisy highway ride, and driver-assistance tech that could be more satisfying to use.

35.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi S5 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Audi S5 highly for performance, style, and the premium feel of the cabin. Expert reviews also point to strong driving dynamics and a well-executed blend of comfort and technology.

• Owners rate the Audi S5 between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is shaped more by maintenance costs and the condition of the specific car than by the model’s overall appeal, so a careful inspection and service-history review matter.

What should I look for when buying a used Audi S5?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 77.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Every 2025 Audi S5 Premium includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, automatic high-beam headlights, traffic sign recognition, front and rear parking sensors, safe exit warning, and Emergency Assist.
• Infotainment: The 2025 Audi S5 includes an 11.9-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit digital instrumentation screen and a 14.5-inch Audi Multi Media Interface (MMI) touchscreen infotainment system, with a 10.9-inch touchscreen for the front passenger on Prestige trim.
• Fuel efficiency: The official EPA fuel economy rating dips from 23 mpg to 22 mpg in combined city and highway driving.

Which Audi S5 trim should I buy?

The 2025 Audi S5 offers these trims:

• Premium: This is the entry point and includes the full driver-assistance suite, making it the best-value choice if you want the core S5 experience without stepping up for extra convenience tech.
• Premium Plus: This trim adds Adaptive Cruise Assist, a lane-centering assist system, a surround-view camera system with guidance lines, Park Assist Plus, a head-up display, and a 20-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system with 3D audio.
• Prestige: This trim adds the 10.9-inch front passenger touchscreen, adaptive-damping sport suspension, and the most fully equipped cabin presentation.

What Audi S5 do most buyers choose?

The Audi S5 years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually offer a stronger mix of availability, pricing, and trim choice. That makes them easier to compare side by side when you want the best fit for your budget.

What is the Audi S5's resale value?

The price movement shown here points to a clear drop in value over the past year for the listed model year. For used buyers, that kind of decline can create a more attractive entry point if you are shopping recent examples. The 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Audi S5 safe?

• 2025: 4/10

The 2025 Audi S5 Premium includes a comprehensive driver-assistance suite with forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, automatic high-beam headlights, traffic sign recognition, front and rear parking sensors, safe exit warning, and Emergency Assist.

Should I buy a used Audi S5 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2018 model is at −10.24% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 38.5% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings. The Audi S5 offers a sporty, premium character with strong driving engagement and a refined cabin that makes it appealing as an everyday luxury performance car.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The new Audi S5 Sportback features a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine, a seven-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission (DCT), and 22 mpg in combined city and highway driving.
• Tech: The S5 includes an 11.9-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit digital instrumentation screen, a 14.5-inch Audi Multi Media Interface (MMI) touchscreen infotainment system, and a 10.9-inch touchscreen for the front passenger on Prestige trim.
• Safety: The latest model adds Adaptive Cruise Assist, which brings lane-centering assist together with adaptive cruise control, plus a surround-view camera system with guidance lines and Park Assist Plus.
• Starting price: Trim levels include Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige variants ranging in price from $63,995 to $71,545, including the $1,295 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.