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2023 Audi A5 Sportback review

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Audi A5 Sportback highlights

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Pros

  • Plenty of hatchback cargo storage
  • Generously equipped trim levels
  • Elegant interior finishing

Cons

  • Not enough small-item storage

Mileage (EPA estimate)

24 city, 31 highway, 27 combined

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Upscale hatchback with useful dimensions

For growing families and friendship groups or teams that like to travel together, the 2023 Audi A5 Sportback makes a lot of sense. Delivering impressive ride performance, spacious cargo storage, and the choice of two turbocharged powertrain options, the A5 Sportback can handle your crew and all their essentials in comfort. Three generously equipped trims add all the high-end fixtures that make passengers smile, including smartphone integration and leather upholstery. There are no notable changes for the second-generation (2018 onwards) 2023 A5 Sportback, though some features have been reshuffled between the available trims.

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What is new for the 2023 Audi A5 Sportback?

  • The A5 Sportback is available in a variety of new trims, including the Premium S-Line and S-Line Prestige.
  • The Prestige S-Line and S-Line Premium trims have been discontinued for 2023.
  • A5 Sportback trims have been upgraded with A/C Seat(s) and Smart Key as standard equipment this year.
  • The Prestige trim now comes with Lane Departure Warning, Parking Sensors, Heated Steering Wheel, and Memory Seat(s) as standard equipment.
  • The Premium Plus S-Line trim now comes with Panoramic Sunroof as standard equipment.
  • The Premium Plus trim now comes with Memory Seat(s) and Android Auto as standard equipment.
  • The Premium trim now comes with Blind Spot Monitor, Power Hatch/Deck Lid, and Android Auto as standard equipment.

2023 Audi A5 Sportback trims

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Premium:

Premium S-Line:

  • Includes all features available on the Premium
  • 261-hp, 273-lb-ft of torque 2.0L

Premium Plus:

Premium Plus S-Line:

  • Includes all features available on the Premium Plus
  • Bang & Olufsen Audio

Prestige:

S-Line Prestige:

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5 reasons to buy the 2023 Audi A5 Sportback

1. Powertrain performance 

Get ready for exhilarating performance with the choice of two powertrain options for the 2023 A5 Sportback. The turbocharged base engine is a 2.0L four-cylinder, delivering a robust 201 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. The upgraded 2.0L engine offers more horses under the hood, boasting 261 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. Both engine options are paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission, alongside sport suspension and all-wheel drive, ensuring power when you need it, whatever the conditions ahead. 

2. Spacious cargo bay 

Head out to the golf course with buddies, or load up your kids for the trip of a lifetime, the 2023 A5 Sportback has the extra cargo cubes you need to take your crew on the road in comfort and style. With all seats occupied, you’ve got 21.8 cu-ft for everyone's sports bags or trip luggage. Flip the second row down, and you’ll have 35.0 cu-ft of space behind the front row to make use of, perhaps for an extended trip with more sports gear, or additional equipment for camping under the stars. 

3. Elegant interior 

With its luxurious blend of deluxe materials and advanced technology, the 2023 A5 Sportback offers a welcoming journey for your favorite companions. Standard leather upholstery in natural earthy tones is complemented by a panoramic sunroof flooding the cabin with natural light. Opt for the Premium Plus trim to enjoy a 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen® premium sound system, while the Prestige trim adds heated rear seats for enhanced passenger comfort. 

4. Infotainment technology 

The 2023 Audi A5 has plenty of standard and available future-forward infotainment tech for you to enjoy.  For playlists, podcasts, and audiobooks, connect seamlessly to your smartphone device via standard Android Auto™ and wireless Apple CarPlay® connectivity. The Premium Plus and Prestige trims offer satellite radio availability, and for longer road trips the chance to stay online, thanks to the addition of a wireless charging pad for compatible devices.

5. Useful cabin features 

Passenger convenience can mean different things to different folks, but it's fair to say the 2023 A5 Sportback is a plush and inviting ride, with standard features that everyone appreciates. If you’re traveling with youngsters, you’ll be glad for the two full sets of LATCH fixtures in the 2023 A5 Sportback second row. Front and rear cupholders ensure every hand is within easy reach of their drinks, while the tri-zone climate control allows your crew to find a comfortable temperature level that works for them. 

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

5 out of 5

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RepairPal reliability rating

4
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RepairPal gave the Audi A5 Sportback an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Audi A5 Sportback 6th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Audi A5 Sportback features and specs

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S-Line Prestige 4WD/AWD 4D Hatchback

Standard Features

  • 4WD/AWD
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bang & Olufsen Audio
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Head Up Display
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine

Optional Features

  • Rear Seat Heaters

Drive Wheels

All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

261

Torque (ft-lbs)

273

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

15.3

Wheelbase

111.2"

Overall length

187.2"

Width

72.6"

Height

54.6"

Leg room

F 41.3"/R 35.1"

Head room

F 37.8"/R 37"

Front tires

P245/40HR18

Rear tires

P245/40HR18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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