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 $43,614, and its year-round low is $26,085.47. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model sits right now across the years in the data. Recently, prices have come down for the 2018 and 2022 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Audi S5 a good car?

Yes — the Audi S5 earns strong praise from owners for its performance, stylish design, and engaging driving experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.66/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly highlight the S5's quick acceleration, smooth handling, and luxurious interior. They also appreciate the advanced technology and the confidence that comes with all-wheel drive.

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

The main trade-offs center on styling that some shoppers may find understated, highway noise, and driver-assistance tech that can feel less polished than the rest of the package.

27.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi S5 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Audi S5 for its strong performance, upscale feel, and engaging driving character. Expert feedback also points to a well-executed cabin and a rewarding overall driving experience.

• 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 best managed by checking service history carefully and prioritizing well-kept examples with clean records.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 77.6% — 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. We averaged 21.8 mpg on our Southern California testing loop, driving primarily in Balanced mode.

Which Audi S5 trim should I buy?

The 2025 Audi S5 offers these trims:

• Premium: This is the best-value starting point if you want the full driver-assistance suite, including 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.
• Premium Plus: This trim adds Adaptive Cruise Assist with lane-centering assist, plus a helpful head-up display and a 20-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system with 3D audio.
• Prestige: This top trim adds Adaptive Cruise Assist, a surround-view camera system with guidance lines, Park Assist Plus, a 10.9-inch passenger touchscreen, and adaptive-damping sport suspension.

What Audi S5 do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choices, which can make it easier to compare prices, mileage, and equipment. They also tend to be the years where you can find the broadest mix of listings and deal opportunities.

What is the Audi S5's resale value?

Prices are moving lower for both model years shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The changes are fairly close in size, so neither year stands out as dramatically more stable than the other. That kind of movement can create better entry points for buyers who want to wait for the right listing.

The 2022 and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Audi S5 safe?

• 2025: 4/10

Every 2025 Audi S5 Premium boasts a comprehensive list of driver-assistance systems. They include: forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. The S5 also has automatic high-beam headlights, traffic sign recognition, front and rear parking sensors, and a safe exit warning system. Also standard is Emergency Assist, which monitors driver behavior for signs of unconsciousness or a medical emergency, and can bring the car to a safe stop while placing a call to first responders.

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

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2022 model is at −6.75% versus a year ago, and the 2018 model is at −8.3%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 32.7% good and great deals, and the 2018 model has 30.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings. The Audi S5 offers a rewarding blend of sporty driving character, upscale cabin feel, and everyday usefulness.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: As it did before, the new Audi S5 Sportback features a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine. However, the car now has a seven-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission (DCT) instead of the previous eight-speed automatic, and the standard Quattro all-wheel-drive (AWD) system features Audi’s sport rear differential as standard equipment.
• Tech: In the S5, they include an 11.9-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit digital instrumentation screen and a 14.5-inch Audi Multi Media Interface (MMI) touchscreen infotainment system. With Prestige trim, the right side of the dashboard features a 10.9-inch touchscreen for the front passenger as well.
• Safety: Choose the S5 Premium Plus or Prestige for Adaptive Cruise Assist, which adds a lane-centering assist system in conjunction with the adaptive cruise control. This trim level also adds a surround-view camera system with guidance lines and Park Assist Plus for semi-automated assistance in slotting the S5 into parallel or perpendicular parking spaces.
• 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 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.