Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 77/100 (GOOD)

2025 Audi A5 Reliability Report

The 2025 Audi A5 has good reliability, with one owner complaint of an early engine stall and no federal recalls.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

0.6per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$739

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,650

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity71/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity71/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Middle of the pack among A5 years, with a single early engine stall complaint, no recalls, and a 2026 model that rates better.

Top Issues to Watch

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1)

Should You Buy the 2025 Audi A5?

Reliability is good for this A5, and it lands close to average among 2025 sedans. Within the A5's scored model years it sits in the middle of eight. The 2026 model rates better, with no complaints and no recalls on file.

Owners have filed just one complaint, and it is a serious one: an engine stall that showed up between 2,000 and 3,000 miles. That works out to 0.6 complaints per 10,000 sold. Federal recall records list no recalls. The car earns 5 of 5 stars in federal crash testing, and independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs at about $739 model-wide.

One complaint does not prove a pattern, but a stall is worth asking about. Ask the seller if the engine ever stalled and request service records showing any related repair. If the price gap is small, look at a 2026 as well.

Compared to the 2026 Audi A5, which scored 5 points higher. See also the 2023 Audi A5 for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+No recalls issued
+Below-average complaint rate for Sedan
+5-star NHTSA crash rating

Cons

−ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1)
−Engine stall reported at 2,000–3,000 miles

Compare 2025 Audi A5 With

2025 BMW 4 Series

Reliability: 67/100

Good

2025 Audi e-tron GT

Reliability: 75/100

Good

2025 Lexus IS

Reliability: 83/100

Excellent

2025 Audi A4

Reliability: 81/100

Excellent

Common Problem Categories

Other

LOW RISK

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2025 Audi A5 — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

0.6

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 2

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Audi A5? Check its history first

Electrical system problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Audi A5, and 0 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2025 Audi A5 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 4/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 9.9%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags ( )Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, Roof)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Audi A5Repair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$739

Repair Frequency

0.6

unscheduled repair visits per year

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

26 MPG

Running cost: $3,400/yr

Fuel + repair

22 city / 31 hwy MPG

Hybrid

26–29 MPG

Running cost: $3,150–$3,400/yr

Fuel + repair

23–26 city / 32–36 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
A5 quattro 2.0L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S7)	22	31	26	$2,650

Hybrid trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
A5 Sportback quattro 2.0L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S7)	26	36	29	$2,400
A5 Sportback S line quattro 2.0L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S7)	23	32	26	$2,650

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2025 Audi A5.

Verify software updates are completed
Test for engine stalling during idle
Check for any unresolved dashboard warning messages
Ensure vehicle restarts smoothly after stalling

2025 Audi A5 Common Problems by Component

1 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

2025-07-13

The contact owns a 2025 Audi A5 Sportback. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed, the vehicle was stopped, and then the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there was a vehicle malfunction message displayed on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over to side of the road and the vehicle was restarted and driven to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that an unknown software update was needed. The vehicle was not repaired because the software update was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 2,705.

When Do 2025 Audi A5 Problems Start?

Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.

2,000–3,000 milesEngine stall

Best & Worst Audi A5 Years

Best Audi A5 Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Excellent

Audi A5 Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Audi A5 reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	77/100	Good
2019	73/100	Good
2020	70/100	Good
2021	71/100	Good
2022	74/100	Good
2023	81/100	Excellent
2025	77/100	Good
2026	82/100	Excellent

Audi A5 Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026	82/100	+5	Excellent	0	0
2025(selected)	77/100	-4	Good	0	1
2023	81/100	+7	Excellent	0	0
2022	74/100	+3	Good	3	5
2021	71/100	+1	Good	5	7
2020	70/100	-3	Good	5	60
2019	73/100	-4	Good	3	12
2018	77/100	—	Good	0	6

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Audi A5 reliable?

Yes, its reliability standing is good. It is close to average against other 2025 sedans and sits in the middle of the eight scored A5 model years. Owners filed one complaint, and federal recall records show none.

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

Owners have reported only one problem: an engine stall that began between 2,000 and 3,000 miles. No other complaint categories appear in the data, so there is no wider pattern of failures to point to for this year.

Does the 2025 Audi A5 have engine stalling problems?

One owner reported an engine stall, starting at 2,000 to 3,000 miles. A single filing is too little to call it a trend. Still, it is the only issue on record, so ask a seller whether it ever happened and how it was handled.

Has the 2025 Audi A5 been recalled?

No. Federal recall records list zero recalls for this model year. You can still check the specific car's VIN with the manufacturer or federal database, since records can change after a car is sold.

Is the 2026 Audi A5 more reliable than the 2025?

The 2026 rates better, with excellent reliability, zero complaints, and zero recalls. The 2025 is rated good. The 2026 has also had less time on the road, so compare prices and condition before choosing between them.

Don’t buy a 2025 Audi A5 without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2025 Audi A5

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Audi A5 does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (70/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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