Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 7 complaints for the 2025 Audi S5, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

25V8990002025-19-12

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 7 issues reported over 1 model years, electrical system,forward collision avoidance,lane departure problems are the most common for the 2025 Audi S5. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Electrical System,forward Collision Avoidance,lane Departure1

02Electrical System,engine1

03Lane Departure,back Over Prevention,forward Collision Avoidance1

04Suspension,wheels,unknown Or Other1

05Engine1

7 total across 1 model years (2025–2025)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Audi S5 Fuel Economy

22–23mpg combined

19-20city

28-29hwy

$2,500-$2,650/yr

The 2025 Audi S5 delivers 22 to 23 MPG combined across 2 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

S5 Sportback - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

20 city29 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

S5 - Automatic (AM-S7)

22mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

19 city28 hwy~$2,650/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2025 Audi S5

31States

29%in top 3

Florida has the most inventory at 11%, with options spread across 31 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

FLFlorida

17111%

TXTexas

15310%

CACalifornia

1328%

NJNew Jersey

1016%

NYNew York

966%

ILIllinois

835%

PAPennsylvania

755%

DCWashington DC

704%

DEDelaware

664%

GAGeorgia

614%

NCNorth Carolina

533%

MDMaryland

493%

WAWashington

443%

COColorado

382%

MOMissouri

332%

NH29

UT28

MI27

CT25

AZ24

NVNevada

242%

TNTennessee

231%

OR21

MA18

OH15

IN13

VA12

RI11

WI11

OK11

MN10

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2025.

Buying a 2025 Audi S5?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2025 Audi S5 a good car to buy?

The 2025 Audi S5 has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report electrical system,forward collision avoidance,lane departure as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2025 Audi S5?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2025 Audi S5. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2025 Audi S5?

You'll get between 22 and 23 MPG combined from the 2025 Audi S5, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2025 Audi S5?

Out of 7 owner complaints, electrical system,forward collision avoidance,lane departure issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.