2021 Audi A5 Sportback S line 2.0T
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- Photo: Audi A5 Cabriolet F5 FL 1X7A1782 by Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi A5 Cabriolet F5 FL 1X7A1783 by Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi A5 Cabriolet S line (F5, Facelift) – f 14042024 by © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: AUDI A5 CONVERTIBLE F5 CHINA VERSION INTERIOR by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2021 Audi A5 Sportback S line 2.0T is a 261-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 7-speed s tronic dual-clutch automatic and all-wheel drive. It is rated at 27 mpg combined.
It makes 261 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).
The A5 measures 187.2 inches long on a 111.2-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 TFSI |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 261 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | 16-valve DOHC with Audi valvelift system and variable valve timing |
| Bore and Stroke | 82.5 x 92.8 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | quattro all-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic |
| 1st Gear | 3.188 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.19 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.517 |
| 4th Gear | 1.057 |
| 5th Gear | 0.738 |
| 6th Gear | 0.508 |
| 7th Gear | 0.386 |
| Reverse | 2.75 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 24 MPG |
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 27 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 15.3 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Five-link independent |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link independent |
| Turning Diameter | 38.4 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.3 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.0 in |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 187.2 in |
| Width | 72.6 in |
| Height | 54.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2021 Audi A5 2 DR AWD).
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Audi A5. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 5, 2022 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.
NHTSA campaign 22V742000
Jan 26, 2022 · TIRES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Consequence: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
NHTSA campaign 22V034000
Aug 5, 2021 · SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
NHTSA campaign 21V606000
Apr 26, 2021 · SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Consequence: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
NHTSA campaign 21V295000
Nov 25, 2020 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2020-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The wiring harness for the rear lights could be missing the anti-abrasion protection in the area of the spare wheel well.
Consequence: Without the scuff protection, the wires may become damaged during a rear crash, disabling the doors from being opened from the outside, causing a loss of hazard lights, and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will apply scuff protection, free of charge. The recall began January 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97EU.
NHTSA campaign 20V737000
8 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Audi A5
Owner Complaints
8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Audi A5. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2021 AUDI A5. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.