Model year guide

2025 Audi A5 Sportback

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2025 Audi A5 Sportback is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2025 Audi A5 Sportback — representative photo
Representative photo

2025 Audi A5 Sportback at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints1
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined26–29 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2025 Audi A5 Sportback recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 28 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2025 Audi A5 Sportback common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2025 Audi A5 Sportback safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 9.9% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback 4 DR AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2025 Audi A5 Sportback MPG & running costs

Combined26–29 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,000
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume91 cu ft
Cargo volume22 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2025 Audi A5 Sportback costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,000
Fuel only$15,000
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2025 Audi A5 Sportback vehicles on record

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2025 Audi A5 Sportback — frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine.

What is the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 5★).

What gas mileage does the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback get?

The 2025 Audi A5 Sportback has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–29 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.