Used Audi A5 Coupe 2016-present reliability
Category: Coupé
The Audi A5 Coupé is comfortable, quiet and classy, but some rivals are more exciting to drive.
What should I look for in a used Audi A5 coupe?
When viewing a used car, always follow our used car buying checklist.
Check that the seats lower and raise as they should, and take a look at the alloy wheels for any kerb damage. Also check the front and rear of this long car for any scuffs and bodywork dings.
What are the most common problems with a used Audi A5 coupe?
The number of reported faults on the A5 Coupe is relatively low, although problems with the car’s infotainment system are a cause for concern, with phones not connecting properly and flickering screens being the main complaints. The latest software from Audi can cure some of these ills.
And despite the A5’s reputation for having a great interior, there have been some issues with rattling parcel shelves and buzzing from interior trims.
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Is a used Audi A5 coupe reliable?
The Audi A5 Coupé has proven itself to be a reliable car, according to our data. In our 2023 What Car? Reliability Survey, it ranked seventh out of 15 cars in the sports car category. Its reliability score of 94.9% means it's more reliable than the rival Mercedes E-Class Coupé, but less reliable than the Mercedes CLA and the brand's own Audi TT.
Exhaust, fuel system and interior trim problems came up the most frequently out of all A5 Coupé issues, with each having a fault rate of 4.3%.
As a car brand, Audi came 26th out of 32 manufacturers. Its overall reliability score of 89.1% is rather disappointing and places the brand below the likes of BMW and Mercedes. Audi does rank higher than Jaguar and Land Rover, mind you.
Used Audi A5 Coupé: owners' reliability data
Our readers generally commend the A5 Coupé for its solid build quality and reliability, with the majority of owners we’ve spoken to having experienced trouble-free motoring. However, we have heard reports of minor electronic issues, particularly with the infotainment system and other dashboard electronics.
When it comes to dealer service, responses have been mixed. Some readers have praised the professionalism and promptness of repairs, often covered under warranty, highlighting a seamless service experience. However, others have reported less satisfactory encounters, noting delays and a perceived lack of communication regarding service updates.
