Audi A5 Price Guide & Known Issues (2007-2026)

We track real Audi A5 asking prices from UK dealers daily - prices starting from £1,995, covering 2007 to 2026 models, with 75k registered on UK roads. Enter your reg for a free personalised estimate.

£1,995
prices from
2007 - 2026
models available
75k
registered in the UK

A5 prices by year

YearAvg priceAvg mileage
2026£50,50819k miles
2024£25,86117k miles
2022£23,37437k miles
2020£18,50857k miles
2018£14,03573k miles
2016£10,38980k miles

Based on current UK dealer asking prices. Updated monthly.

Popular A5 variants

S LineSportSE

Common A5 issues to watch for

dangerous Timing chain tensioner failure (B8)
major Excessive oil consumption (2008-2012)
major Timing chain stretch and rattle (B8 V6 TDI)

What you get with a free A5 estimate

£ Market estimate - based on real dealer asking prices
≡ Comparable listings - similar cars currently on sale
✓ MOT history - full history with advisories and mileage

Audi A5 - buyer's guide

How much is a Audi A5 worth?

Used Audi A5 prices start from around £1,995 at UK dealers, with models ranging from 2007 to 2026. The exact value depends on the variant, year, mileage and condition - a high-spec S Line will be worth significantly more than a base model with the same age and miles. Enter your reg above for a free estimate based on what dealers are actually asking right now.

Part-exchange, trade, or private sale - what's the difference?

The same A5 can be worth three different amounts depending on how you sell it:

  • Private sale - typically the highest price, but you handle viewings, tyre-kickers and paperwork yourself
  • Part-exchange - convenient when buying your next car, but dealers will offer below market rate to build in their margin
  • Trade sale - quickest route to cash, but usually the lowest offer

Our free estimate tool shows what similar cars are listed for at dealers right now - a solid starting point whichever route you choose.

What problems should I look for on a Audi A5?

Based on our database of owner-reported issues, the most common problems on the Audi A5 include:

  • Timing chain tensioner failure (B8) (dangerous)
  • Excessive oil consumption (2008-2012) (major)
  • Timing chain stretch and rattle (B8 V6 TDI) (major)

Always get a service history check before buying - it can reveal whether these issues have been addressed.

Can I check the service history of a Audi A5?

Yes. Our service history check pulls official records directly from Audi's manufacturer database, showing:

  • Every recorded service - dates, mileage and dealer location
  • Work carried out at each visit
  • Gaps in the service schedule that could affect value

If you're buying a used A5, this is one of the most important checks you can do. A full service history typically adds 10-15% to a car's value.

How are these estimates calculated?

We crawl thousands of UK dealer websites daily and record what they're actually listing cars for. When you enter a reg, we match your car's exact variant, age and mileage against current and recent listings to produce an estimate grounded in real market data - not inflated book values or outdated guides.