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2026 Audi A5

The A5 replaces the A4 in Audi's renamed lineup — combustion models now wear odd numbers — arriving as a sleek liftback with a 268-hp mild-hybrid turbo four and standard Quattro.

Est. Starting MSRP

$49,000

Base trim, excludes destination and fees. Confirm with your dealer.

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Key Specifications

Est. Starting Price

$49,000

Fuel Economy

24/32

City/Highway MPG

Horsepower

268 hp

Seating

5 passengers

Expert Verdict

Same car, new name, better execution. The liftback tailgate makes it more useful than the old A4 sedan.

Pros & Cons

What We Love

  • Liftback practicality
  • Standard Quattro all-wheel drive
  • Excellent interior materials
  • Available 362-hp S5

Things to Consider

  • Naming change confuses shoppers
  • Rear headroom under the sloping roof
  • Fewer physical controls than before

Owner-reported problems

We don't collect owner reviews, so there are no star ratings on this page. For real owner-reported data on the 2026 Audi A5, check the NHTSA complaints and recall database — every entry there is a filed report from an actual owner.

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