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- MY2008–2027
Audi A5 MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
20 model years · 2008–2027
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Audi A5 fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Audi A5 for 20 model years, 2008 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 20–30 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 1 configuration rated 26 MPG combined and costing $3,120 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2008 is the 2024 Sportback quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD, at 30 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations.
Audi A5 MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2027* (3rd gen) Generation page | |||
| 2027 (partial) | 26 | — | $3,120 |
| 2026 | 26 | — | $3,120 |
| 2025 | 26 | 26–29 | $2,730–$3,150 |
| 2018-2024 (2nd gen) Generation page | |||
| 2024 | — | 27–30 | $2,720–$3,000 |
| 2023 | — | 26–28 | $2,920–$3,040 |
| 2022 | — | 26–29 | $2,790–$3,120 |
| 2021 | — | 26–28 | $2,830–$3,100 |
| 2020 | 26–27 | — | $3,000–$3,060 |
| 2019 | 27 | — | $2,960 |
| 2018 | 27 | — | $2,950–$2,960 |
| 2017 Generation page | |||
| 2017 | 24–26 | — | $3,080–$3,380 |
| 2008-2016 (1st gen) Generation page | |||
| 2016 | 24–26 | — | $3,110–$3,380 |
| 2015 | 24–26 | — | $3,120–$3,380 |
| 2014 | 23–26 | — | $3,050–$3,440 |
| 2013 | 23–26 | — | $3,050–$3,430 |
| 2012 | 24–25 | — | $3,220–$3,360 |
| 2011 | 24–25 | — | $3,220–$3,370 |
| 2010 | 21–26 | — | $3,090–$3,760 |
| 2009 | 20 | — | $4,020 |
| 2008 | 20–21 | — | $3,830–$4,020 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Audi A5 generations
4 generations between 2008 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Audi A5's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Audi A5 run 20–30 MPG across model years 2008 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 26 MPG.
Which Audi A5 model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2024 Audi A5 Sportback quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD has the highest combined rating since 2008, at 30 MPG.
How much does a Audi A5 cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $3,120 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $3,120.
Has the Audi A5's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 21 MPG in 2008 to 26 MPG in 2027, 5 MPG more.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Audi A5?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2021 to 2025 (26–30 MPG).
Which Audi A5 model years have the same ratings?
EPA lists identical ratings as the previous year for 2027. The generation pages mark those years "same EPA ratings" and point to the year that holds the full table.
How many generations of the Audi A5 are there?
EPA data covers 4 generations of the Audi A5: 2025-2027*, 2018-2024, 2017, 2008-2016. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.