Used Audi A5 Sportback (2009 - 2016) Review Review by David Ross on 22 Sep 2009 Last Updated: 22 Oct 2015 4.5 It may have four-doors and look similar to the Audi A4 Saloon, but the Audi A5 Sportback is designed to be quite different. For starters it's actually a hatchback - giving it extra practicality - while there's also more passenger space for those in the back. Latest Audi A5 Sportback review Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Owners' Reviews Also Consider Facts & Figures Road Tests (4) Gallery Stylish coupe-like looks along with hatchback practicalityGood rear passenger roomExcellent choice of engines Rather firm rideSome pricey optional extras New price range: £25,300 - £42,410 Used price range: £2,830 - £22,796 View all used prices Summary Parkers Rating: 4.5 out of 5 It may have four-doors and look similar to the Audi A4 Saloon, but the Audi A5 Sportback is designed to be quite different. For starters it's actually a hatchback - giving it extra practicality - while there's also more passenger space for those in the back. So why is it part of the A5 range? Well, according to Audi, its coupe appearance is more in keeping with the sporty A5 line-up, plus it's unique with few obvious alternatives. It's an ideal choice for those who need more versatility than a standard saloon like the BMW 3 Series or Mercedes C-Class, while a refined cabin make it great for long distance driving. As you'd expect from an Audi, build quality is superb while every engine in the line-up offers impressive performance and strong economy. Hatchback practicality While the Audi A5 may appear much like an Audi A4 saloon, the A5’s rear hatch lends it far more practicality. The wide hatch entrance makes it ideal for loading large items and the boot is a generous size at 480 litres. Folding the rear seats is easy and they are divided 60/40, fold almost flat to the floor and leave a cargo bay of 980 litres that can cope with most demands. A small lip form the load sill to the boot floor is present, but it’s not insurmountable for hefting in weightier items. With the boot in normal configuration, there’s a clever load cover built into the tailgate that keeps prying eyes away from any valuables in the boot. Firm ride Most drivers will find the ride quality in the Audi A5 Sportback on the firm side. It makes the Audi a little more tiring on longer journeys or for driving in town where it picks up on road imperfections its competitors dismiss with ease. However, for others, the firm ride is a pay-off for the A5’s sporting good looks and decent handling. It enjoys excellent body control and responsive steering, though the steering does not offer the same feel or involvement as a BMW 3 Series’. If you go for the S line model, it has firmer sports suspension, which may be too firm for most drivers. So does this hatchback have what it takes to stand out from the crowd? Read on for our Audi A5 Sportback review to find out. Parkers Ratings Overall 4.5 out of 5 Performance 4.5 out of 5 Handling 4 out of 5 Comfort 4 out of 5 Practicality 4.5 out of 5 Behind the wheel 4.5 out of 5 Safety 4 out of 5 Reliability 4 out of 5 Running costs 3.5 out of 5 Green credentials 4 out of 5 Buying used 3.5 out of 5 Selling 4 out of 5 Equipment 4 out of 5 What owners say... “ Space, practical for everyday use and very good fuel economy. ” 4 out of 5 Vinod Mistry , 26 Jul 2015 ... read more “ The internal space. Nobody realises just how much room there is in it for people and luggage. ” 5 out of 5 Alan How , 18 Dec 2014 ... read more “ Plenty of room for my needs. Everything I had expected. ” 4 out of 5 E Kinse , 03 Nov 2014 ... read more See all Owners' Reviews Read the full facts and figures about this car Compare this car to other cars Next steps View 288 used Audi A5 Sportbacks for sale Get an Insurance QuoteRead 10 owners' reviews Tweet Other Audi reviews Continue to: Driving & Performance Best deals on Audi A5 Sportbacks Used Audi A5 2.0 TDI (190bhp) Quattro S Line (Nav) (5 Seat) 5d S Tronic (2016/16) Price £12,450 Save £3,125 Dynamic Motor Company Ltd Used Audi A5 2.7 TDI S Line 5d Multitronic (2011/61) Price £5,999 Save £1,226 QUARRY CARS LTD Used Audi A5 2.0 TDI (177bhp) S Line (5 Seat) 5d Multitronic (2013/62) Price £9,500 Save £1,885 Junction 35 Car Trade LTD Used Audi A5 2.0 TDI (177bhp) Quattro SE Technik (5 Seat) 5d S Tronic (2013/63) Price £10,490 Save £2,025 GAW Automotive
“ Space, practical for everyday use and very good fuel economy. ” 4 out of 5 Vinod Mistry , 26 Jul 2015 ... read more
“ The internal space. Nobody realises just how much room there is in it for people and luggage. ” 5 out of 5 Alan How , 18 Dec 2014 ... read more
“ Plenty of room for my needs. Everything I had expected. ” 4 out of 5 E Kinse , 03 Nov 2014 ... read more
Used Audi A5 2.0 TDI (190bhp) Quattro S Line (Nav) (5 Seat) 5d S Tronic (2016/16) Price £12,450 Save £3,125 Dynamic Motor Company Ltd
Used Audi A5 2.0 TDI (177bhp) S Line (5 Seat) 5d Multitronic (2013/62) Price £9,500 Save £1,885 Junction 35 Car Trade LTD
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