Audi A5 value and depreciation
Known for sleek styling on a4 mechanicals.
Projected value of a new Audi A5
We class the Audi A5 as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 59% after three years and 43% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 78% | R 881 038 | R 775 313 |
| 3 years | 59% | R 657 570 | R 578 662 |
| 5 years | 43% | R 477 983 | R 420 625 |
| 7 years | 31% | R 342 821 | R 301 682 |
| 10 years | 18% | R 204 092 | R 179 601 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 123 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Originally the coupe, cabriolet and Sportback offshoot of the A4, the A5 nameplate took over as Audi's compact executive sedan in South Africa from August 2025. The new generation runs a 2.0 TFSI in front-wheel drive or quattro form and starts around R1.12 million. Older A5 coupes and Sportbacks are widely available used at a big discount on their original prices.
What used A5 years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 A5 | R 1 123 000 | R 988 240 | Details → |
| 2025 A5 | R 881 038 | R 775 313 | Details → |
| 2024 A5 | R 721 466 | R 634 890 | Details → |
| 2023 A5 | R 590 795 | R 519 900 | Details → |
| 2022 A5 | R 477 441 | R 420 148 | Details → |
| 2021 A5 | R 385 835 | R 339 535 | Details → |
| 2020 A5 | R 311 806 | R 274 389 | Details → |
| 2019 A5 | R 248 629 | R 218 794 | Details → |
| 2018 A5 | R 198 253 | R 174 463 | Details → |
| 2017 A5 | R 158 084 | R 139 114 | Details → |
| 2016 A5 | R 126 054 | R 110 928 | Details → |
| 2015 A5 | R 100 513 | R 88 451 | Details → |
A5 against its rivals
Where the A5 ranks
Audi A5: common questions
What is a Audi A5 worth after 3 years?
A Audi A5 bought new today for R 1 123 000 is projected to be worth about R 657 570 after three years, which is 59% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 578 662.
Does the Audi A5 hold its value?
We class the Audi A5 as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 59% after three years and 43% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
What does a used Audi A5 cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 721 466 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 100 513. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Audi A5 cost per month?
Financing a new Audi A5 at R 1 123 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 19 628 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.