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2017 Audi A5

The 2017 Audi A5 is a compact car, rated at 26 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2017 Audi A5
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Combined MPG
26
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$46,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Model year2017
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionManual 6-spd
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG23
Highway MPG32
Combined MPG26
CO₂ tailpipe338 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2950

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
A5 Cabriolet quattro24 MPG combined
A5 quattro24 MPG combined
A5 quattro26 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City23 MPG
Highway32 MPG
Combined26 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

A526 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 18% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$810/mo
Amount financed
$41,400
Total interest
$7,202
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5-year fuel cost
$7,731

$1,546/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG26
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (2)

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM17V002000 · 2017-01-03

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.

    Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM18V229000 · 2018-04-11

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.

    Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2017 Audi A5?

The 2017 Audi A5 is EPA-rated at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 32 highway).

Is the 2017 Audi A5 reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Audi A5. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2017 Audi A5?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2017 Audi A5 costs roughly $1,546 per year to fuel, or about $7,731 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2017 Audi A5?

The 2017 Audi A5 is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC