2025 Audi A5 Sedan B10 US Version

• The 2025 Audi A5 Sedan gets updated styling, improved hybrid tech, and multiple engine options.

• New plug-in hybrid variant pushes performance with 367 hp and 68 miles of EV range.

• Positioned against the BMW 3 Series and C-Class, pricing starts around $48,400.

Exterior Tweaks That Sharpen the Profile

The design team didn’t start from scratch, but the front end gets noticeably crisper. A wider Singleframe grille and new LED lighting give it a more planted look. Around back, a reshaped bumper and slimmer taillights modernize things without losing the A5’s recognizable stance.

It still carries that understated Audi silhouette — a clean beltline, well-proportioned overhangs, and enough muscle around the wheel arches to keep it from looking anonymous.

Inside: Familiar Layout, Better Tech

Slide inside and the updates are subtle but welcome. The 10.1-inch MMI touchscreen now sits more cleanly in the dash, flanked by an optional 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Material quality holds strong — mix of soft-touch surfaces, stitched inserts, and brushed trim in higher trims.

Features like wireless CarPlay, a head-up display, and ambient lighting help elevate it past just “nice” — especially when stacked against mid-level rivals.

Powertrain Options: From Balanced to Brisk

The A5 Sedan keeps its familiar 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, split into two flavors:

• The standard version (201 hp / 236 lb-ft) is tuned for everyday balance.

• The 45 TFSI spec bumps it up to 261 hp and 273 lb-ft for quicker launches and more flexibility.

But the big news? The plug-in hybrid. Audi pairs the 2.0L turbo with an electric motor for a combined 367 hp. More impressive is the claimed electric-only range — around 68 miles (110 km). That’s properly usable and gives the A5 some serious dual-use capability.

All versions run through a 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch gearbox. Quattro AWD is standard on the higher trims and optional lower down.

Safety Tech Covers the Bases

Audi’s driver assistance suite includes Pre Sense City and Basic — think early braking and collision alerts. Adaptive cruise with stop-and-go, lane keeping, and a head-up display are available as you climb the trim ladder. It’s comprehensive, but not overloaded with bings and pings.

Where It Fits in the Market

Starting just north of $48,000, the A5 Sedan sits neatly between its rivals — notably the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class. It’s not trying to out-drift them or out-flash them. Instead, it focuses on polished refinement, tech that's usable (not just fancy), and a quietly confident look.

The 2025 Audi A5 Sedan doesn’t try to overcompensate. It updates where it counts — styling, hybrid performance, and interior tech — and lets the fundamentals do the talking. For buyers who want solid, premium, and just a bit fun, it’s right on the money.

Category	Specification
Performance	Base Engine: 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder, 201 hp (150 kW), 236 lb-ft torque 45 TFSI Engine: 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder, 261 hp (195 kW), 273 lb-ft torque S5 Engine: 3.0L turbocharged V6, 349 hp (260 kW), 369 lb-ft torque RS5 Engine: 2.9L twin-turbocharged V6, 444 hp (331 kW), 443 lb-ft torque Acceleration (0–60 mph): Base – 6.4 sec; 45 TFSI – 5.4 sec; S5 – 4.5 sec; RS5 – 3.8 sec Top Speed: Electronically limited to 155 mph (250 km/h)
Powertrain	Transmission: 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch (Base and 45 TFSI); 8-speed Tiptronic automatic (S5 and RS5) Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive (Base); quattro all-wheel drive (45 TFSI, S5, RS5) Fuel Economy (mpg): Base – 26 city / 34 highway; 45 TFSI – 24 city / 32 highway; S5 – 21 city / 30 highway; RS5 – 18 city / 25 highway
Body Measurements	Length: 4,829 mm (190.1 in) Width: 1,860 mm (73.2 in) Height: 1,429 mm (56.3 in) Wheelbase: 2,892 mm (113.9 in) Ground Clearance: Not specified
Capacities	Seating Capacity: 5 passengers Cargo Volume: 445 liters (15.7 cu ft) Fuel Tank Capacity: 58 liters (15.3 gallons)
Price	Starting MSRP: $48,400 (Base); $50,000 (45 TFSI); $55,000 (S5); $70,000 (RS5) Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles (basic and powertrain)

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