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Audi A5 Depreciation Calculator

Calculate the Audi A5 depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.

The Audi A5 is a premium compact coupe, Sportback, and convertible lineup known for sleek styling, quattro AWD, and refined turbocharged powertrains. Like most entry-luxury Audis, the A5 faces steeper depreciation than mainstream sedans, retaining roughly 48–52% of MSRP after five years, though well-optioned S5 and Sportback variants hold value slightly better.

1-year depreciation
22%
5-year retention
49%
MSRP
$47,500–$64k
Avg mi / year
11,500

Depreciation inputs

Depreciation during your 5-year ownership
$42,332
-76%
Value at purchase
$55,700
Brand new
Value when you sell
$13,368
5y / 60,000 mi
Depreciation / year
$8,466
Depreciation / mi
$0.71
B10
3rd generation · started 2025

Current generation — no successor has launched yet.

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Year-by-year depreciation

Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $55,700

Age Value % Retained Annual depreciation
New $55,700 100%
Year 1 $43,446 78% -$12,254 (22%)
Year 2 $37,876 68% -$5,570 (12.8%)
Year 3 $33,420 60% -$4,456 (11.8%)
Year 4 $30,078 54% -$3,342 (10%)
Year 5 $27,293 49% -$2,785 (9.3%)
Year 6 $24,508 44% -$2,785 (10.2%)
Year 7 $22,280 40% -$2,228 (9.1%)
Year 8 $20,052 36% -$2,228 (10%)
Year 9 $17,824 32% -$2,228 (11.1%)
Year 10 $16,153 29% -$1,671 (9.4%)

Audi A5 depreciation by country

The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Audi A5 depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.

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United States
Baseline

Baseline market. The A5 competes directly with the BMW 4 Series and Mercedes C-Class Coupe, and faces typical entry-luxury depreciation. Sportback and S5 trims are the most sought-after on the used market.

Currency: USD Unit: mi
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Canada
-5% retention

Quattro AWD is standard and well-suited to Canadian winters, supporting modestly better retention than in the US. Convertible variants depreciate faster due to the short top-down season.

Currency: CAD Unit: km
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United Kingdom
-8% retention

Strong demand for the A5 Sportback and diesel TDI variants keeps resale competitive, though BIK tax changes have softened company-car demand. Coupe and Cabriolet versions depreciate faster than the Sportback.

Currency: GBP Unit: mi
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Europe
-6% retention

Core Audi home market with healthy used demand, particularly for diesel and mild-hybrid TFSI models. Urban low-emission zones are starting to pressure older TDI A5 values downward.

Currency: EUR Unit: km
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Saudi Arabia
-10% retention

Luxury coupes are a niche segment in Saudi Arabia where large sedans and SUVs dominate. Heat, limited Audi service centers outside major cities, and thinner demand accelerate A5 depreciation.

Currency: SAR Unit: km
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India
-15% retention

The A5 is a low-volume CBU import with steep import duties, and resale suffers from limited buyer pool and expensive parts. Condition and service history drive value more than trim level.

Currency: INR Unit: km
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Australia
-7% retention

The A5 competes against strong BMW and Mercedes presence; luxury car tax inflates MSRP and amplifies first-year depreciation. S5 models retain value better thanks to enthusiast demand.

Currency: AUD Unit: km

Audi A5 depreciation after an accident

An accident on a vehicle's history permanently increases its depreciation rate, even after perfect repairs. Here's how much extra depreciation each severity level adds to a Audi A5.

Minor accident
+9% depreciation

Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.

Moderate accident
+20% depreciation

Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.

Major accident
+35% depreciation

Frame damage, flood, salvage title. Permanent depreciation hit even after full restoration.

This "diminished value" is the extra depreciation a car carries after an accident. Insurance rarely reimburses it — our calculator bakes it into every depreciation estimate.

Audi A5 FAQ

How much does an Audi A5 depreciate per year?
An Audi A5 typically depreciates about 22% in its first year and 8–10% each year thereafter. By the 5-year mark it retains around 49% of its original MSRP, which is steeper than mainstream sedans but typical for the entry-luxury coupe segment. Loaded Prestige trims tend to lose the most in absolute dollars.
What is an Audi A5 worth after 5 years?
A $52,000 A5 Premium Plus purchased new will generally be worth around $25,000–$27,000 after 5 years and 57,500 miles. S5 variants hold slightly better, often landing near $30,000 at the same age due to enthusiast demand and limited supply.
Does the A5 depreciate faster than a BMW 4 Series?
Depreciation is very close between the two, with the A5 losing around 51% over 5 years versus about 52–54% for the 4 Series. Quattro AWD gives the Audi a slight edge in snowy markets, while the BMW's RWD/xDrive split splits demand more evenly.
How much does an accident reduce an Audi A5's value?
A minor accident typically reduces an A5's resale value by about 9%, a moderate accident by roughly 20%, and a major structural accident by up to 35%. Luxury buyers scrutinize Carfax reports closely, so even cosmetic-only incidents hurt more than on mainstream cars.
Is the S5 a better resale bet than the standard A5?
Yes, modestly. The S5's 3.0T V6 and performance reputation give it roughly 3–5% better 5-year retention than a comparable A5 Prestige. However, higher maintenance costs and premium fuel requirements offset some of the resale advantage for long-term owners.

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