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How Much Should You Pay for a Audi A5?

Avg Discount
4.1%
off MSRP
Price Range
$50k
to $54k
Verified Deals
4
real buyers
Updated

Audi A5 Price Summary

As of , the average Audi A5 sells for $50,993, based on 4 verified buyer transactions on CarWhere. Buyers are negotiating an average of 4.1% off MSRP. Prices range from $49,679 to $54,335.

Audi A5 Market Analysis

The Audi A5 is selling at moderate discounts, with verified buyers averaging 4.1% off MSRP. Based on 4 verified transactions, prices range from $49,679 to $54,335, with an average selling price of $50,993. 2 manufacturer incentives are currently active — make sure your dealer applies all that you qualify for.

By CarWhere Editorial · Updated April 2026 · Based on verified buyer transaction data

Audi A5: Pros and Cons for Buyers

Pros

  • +Solid discounts available at 4.1% off MSRP
  • +2 active manufacturer incentives (rebates, APR specials, or lease cash)

Cons

  • -Limited transaction data — fewer deals to compare against
  • -2 NHTSA recalls on file — verify completion before purchase

What Should You Pay for a Audi A5?

On a $54,574 MSRP, here's what a competitive price looks like based on 4 verified buyer transactions:

Great Deal
$49,171
9.9% off MSRP
Good Deal
$51,027
6.5% off MSRP
~Fair Deal
$52,118
4.5% off MSRP

Based on 4 verified buyer transactions. Aim for the "Great Deal" price or lower.

Audi A5 Price by Trim

Pricing varies significantly by trim level. Here's what verified buyers paid for each Audi A5 trim:

Trim# DealsAvg Price
Premium3$49,879

Audi A5 Price Distribution

Where most Audi A5 transactions land. The highlighted bar contains the average selling price.

$48k–$50k
3
$50k–$52k
$52k–$54k
$54k–$56k
1
Average price bucket ($50,993)

Audi A5: Invoice Price vs. MSRP vs. What Buyers Pay

The dealer invoice price is what the dealership pays the manufacturer — typically 5–8% below MSRP. But the real number that matters is the transaction price: what buyers actually pay after negotiation. Verified Audi A5 buyers are currently paying 4.1% off MSRP on average, which often lands between invoice and sticker price.

Dealer holdback, volume bonuses, and manufacturer incentives mean the true cost to the dealer is lower than invoice. Focus on the transaction price — not invoice — as your negotiation target. Learn more about car invoice pricing.

Audi A5 Price Paid Data

Based on 4 verified buyer transactions on CarWhere, the Audi A5 is selling between $49,679 and $54,335, with an average transaction price of $50,993. The average buyer is paying 4.1% below MSRP.

Average Audi A5 Discount Off MSRP

Most Audi A5 buyers are seeing discounts around 26% off MSRP based on current market conditions. Deals above 8% are considered excellent in today's market.

The discount you can negotiate depends on several factors: dealer inventory levels, time of month, regional demand, and available manufacturer incentives. Use the deals below to benchmark your negotiation.

Is This a Good Deal for a Audi A5?

A good deal on a Audi A5 is one that matches or beats what other verified buyers have paid. With an average transaction price of $50,993, any deal at 4% or more off MSRP is competitive. If you're being offered less than 2% off, you have room to negotiate.

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Audi A5 Pricing by Location

Audi A5 prices vary significantly by location. States with more dealer competition typically offer better discounts. Click your state to see local Audi A5 pricing data.

Audi A5 Deals by Year

Browse Audi A5 deals by model year to compare pricing across different years:

How Buyers Negotiated Their Audi A5 Price

The deals below represent actual transactions from verified Audi A5 buyers. Each deal shows the final price paid, giving you real market data to use in your own negotiation. With 4 verified deals to reference, you'll know exactly what price to target.

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Current Audi Incentives on the A5

Audi is offering 2 incentives on the A5 right now. These can be combined with dealer negotiation for additional savings.

2026 A5 quattro

Lease Cash

2026 A5 quattro

Lease Cash
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Audi A5 Safety Data

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recalls

2

NHTSA campaigns

Complaints

2

NHTSA complaints filed

Top Complaint Areas (2 total complaints)

Tires

1

50%

Electrical system

1

50%

Forward collision avoidance

1

50%

Based on consumer complaints filed with NHTSA. Not all complaints indicate a defect.

Active Recalls

Campaign 25V638000

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 GTI, Golf R, Audi A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, S5, S6 Sportback E-Tron, 2026 Q4 Sportback E-Tron, and Q4 E-Tron vehicles. The torsion bar in one or both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.

Remedy: Dealers will replace one or both front seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2025, and October 31, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834 or Volkswage...

Campaign 25V899000

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer ser...

Audi A5 Verified Transactions

YearPriceDiscount
2025$49,6796.4%
2025$49,9796.5%
2025$49,9796.5%
2025$54,3356.9%

Prices from verified buyer-submitted deal sheets. VINs partially masked for privacy.

Audi A5 Pricing FAQs

What is a good price for a Audi A5?

Verified buyers are paying an average of $50,993 for the Audi A5, based on 4 transactions. Prices range from $49,679 to $54,335 depending on trim, options, and location. Paying at or below the average puts you in a strong position.

How much can you negotiate on a Audi A5?

Buyers are negotiating an average of 4.1% off MSRP on the Audi A5. In competitive markets, discounts reach 7% or more. Your leverage depends on dealer inventory, time of purchase, and how many quotes you collect before committing.

Is MSRP a good deal on a Audi A5?

Paying MSRP leaves money on the table. Verified buyers are paying an average of 4.1% below MSRP for the Audi A5. Unless the vehicle has extremely limited availability, negotiating below sticker is standard and expected.

What affects Audi A5 pricing the most?

Four factors drive Audi A5 pricing: (1) Trim and options — higher trims have larger dollar discounts but similar percentage savings; (2) Location — markets with multiple competing dealers produce better prices; (3) Timing — end of month, quarter, and model year offer the most leverage; (4) Dealer inventory — vehicles on the lot 60+ days are significantly more negotiable.

What should I pay for a Audi A5?

Based on 4 verified transactions, aim for $50,993 or less for a Audi A5. Great deals come in at 7.1%+ below MSRP. Use the deal tier breakdown above to see where your offer falls relative to other buyers.

What did people pay for a Audi A5?

Verified buyers paid between $49,679 and $54,335 for a Audi A5, with an average of $50,993. The average negotiated discount was 4.1% off MSRP. Browse the verified deals on this page to see individual transactions.

What is the dealer invoice price on a Audi A5?

Dealer invoice price — what the dealer pays the manufacturer — is typically 5-8% below MSRP for the Audi A5. However, invoice isn't the full picture: holdback, volume bonuses, and incentives lower the dealer's true cost further. Focus on the verified transaction price rather than invoice when negotiating.

Is now a good time to buy a Audi A5?

Current Audi A5 discounts average 4.1% off MSRP, which is typical for this model. End of month and end of quarter offer the best timing. Manufacturer incentives can shift monthly — check the current deals on this page for the latest pricing.

About This Data

Based on 4 verified buyer-submitted transactions. All prices come from real deal sheets uploaded after purchase — not estimates or dealer ads. Last updated . Learn about our data.

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