DecodedCars2026 Audi A5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 268 hp
- Transmission
- automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 26 combined · 22 city / 32 hwy
- Length
- 190.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3,902 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 26 MPG combined, 17% below the 2026 midsize car average of 31.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
- Modest powerUp to 268 hp, versus about 348 hp for similar 2026 models.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 23 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Audi A5 is a midsize car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 190 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,902 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (22 city / 32 highway), 17% worse than the 2026 midsize car average of 31.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the forward collision avoidance.
What changed for 2026
- New body dimensions: 5.2 in longer, wheelbase +5.1 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
- No hybrid version any more
- Best combined MPG down from 29 to 26
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 A5 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Neckarsulm, Baden-WüRttemberg
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2026 A5 configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan | 190.2 in | 73.2 in | 56.7 in | 113.8 in | 63.8 / 63.4 in | 3,902 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A5 quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 32 / 26 | -17% | $3,150 | 345 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Audi A5.
Similar 2026 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Audi A5 (this car) | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 BMW 3 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 BMW 5 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus IS | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 | 363 mi | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Audi A5.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Audi A5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other A5 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 A5 | 26 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 A5 | 29 | 185 in | Not rated | 2 | 9 |
| 2024 A5 | 30 | 185 in | Not rated | 0 | 8 |
| 2023 A5 | 28 | 185 in | Not rated | 0 | 8 |
| 2022 A5 | 29 | 185 in | Not rated | 2 | 7 |
| 2021 A5 | 28 | 185 in | Not rated | 5 | 8 |
| 2020 A5 | 27 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 60 |
| 2019 A5 | 27 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 3 | 12 |
| 2018 A5 | 27 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 6 | 38 |
| 2017 A5 | 26 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 2 |
| 2016 A5 | 26 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 7 |
| 2015 A5 | 26 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 9 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →