

James Wong
2026 Audi A5 e-hybrid review: Quick drive
Pros
- S5-rivalling pace for $15,000 less
- Long EV driving range
- #SaveTheWagons!
Cons
- PHEV battery eats into boot
- Numb steering
- Muted engine note
15 Days Ago
The new Audi A5 is a sports car offered in a 2D Coupe body style. Available in Australia from $91,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $98,181 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the A5 available in Australia.
Engine options include 3.2L petrol direct injection (195kW/330Nm) and 3L turbo diesel common rail (176kW/500Nm). Available with variable sp automatic or 6-speed automatic transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Diesel or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Coupe
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Diesel or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Coupe
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
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The Audi A5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.


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15 Days Ago
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,625 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,854 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,372 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,751 mm |
| Load Capacity | 500 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Audi A5 Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.



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Audi A5
The cheapest Audi A5 is the Base that starts from $91,900.
See all Audi A5 PricingThe most expensive Audi A5 is the Base that starts from $98,181.
See all Audi A5 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Audi A5 is offered by the Base which can tow 2100 kg
See all Audi A5 towing capacityThe largest Audi A5 is the Base which measures 1854mm wide, 4625mm in length and sits 1372mm tall.
The most powerful Audi A5 is the Base which has 195kW of power from its 3.2L Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Audi A5 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Audi A5 is the Base which weighs 2150 kg (kerb weight).
The Audi A5 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
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