The new Audi A5 Sedan will soon launch in South Africa, effectively replacing both the A4 Sedan and the outgoing A5 Sportback. Here’s what this new model will cost…
- Replacement model: The new Audi A5 Sedan will replace both the Audi A4 Sedan and the previous A5 Sportback in South Africa.
- Engine options: The initial lineup features a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with two different power outputs: 146 kW for front-wheel drive models and 200 kW for quattro all-wheel-drive variants.
- Pricing and features: Prices start from R1 123 000. Standard features include 19-inch wheels, sport suspension, LED lighting, a powered tailgate and a comprehensive suite of driver-assistance systems.
The new Audi A5 Sedan is scheduled to arrive in South Africa soon, touching down as a replacement for the B9-series A4 Sedan as well as the outgoing A5 Sportback. And Cars.co.za can reveal pricing ahead of the official launch.
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The local B10-series A5 Sedan portfolio comprises 4 petrol-powered derivatives at launch. The range kicks off with the A5 S line TFSI S tronic, priced from R1 123 000 (for reference, the outgoing A4 line-up starts at R952 600, some R170 400 lower). The new A5 Black Edition TFSI S tronic, meanwhile, is priced from R1 166 800.
Performance and Powertrain Options for the 2025 A5
Both derivatives are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine sending 146 kW and 340 Nm to the front axle via a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. The claimed 0-100 kph time is 7.8 seconds, while the listed fuel consumption is 7.5 L/100 km.
Buyers who desire extra oomph – and indeed the added security of all-wheel drive – can instead opt for the A5 S line TFSI quattro S tronic (priced from R1 238 000) or the A5 Black Edition TFSI quattro S tronic (starting at R1 281 800).
These all-paw variants each employ an uprated version of the VW Group’s turbocharged 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine generating peak outputs of 200 kW and 400 Nm. Thanks to the extra grunt (and, of course, driven wheels), the listed 0-100 kph time falls to 5.9 seconds, while the claimed fuel economy rises to 8.1 L/100 km.
Interior and Technology: A Look Inside the New A5
In South Africa, standard equipment for the S line grade includes 19-inch alloy wheels, sport suspension, LED headlights plus, LED rear lights pro, 3-zone automatic air conditioning, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, MMI Navigation plus, virtual cockpit plus, electrically adjustable front sport seats, park assist plus (with a reverse-view camera), ambient lighting package plus, a powered tailgate, wireless smartphone charging, tyre-pressure monitoring and an 8-speaker sound system.
Meanwhile, the Black Edition specification adds 19-inch Audi Sport wheels (in, you guessed it, black) along with red brake callipers, black side-mirror caps, black exterior door handles, rear-window privacy glazing, anthracite-grey Audi logos (fore and aft), dark chrome-plated tailpipes and a black finish for the window-trim strips, side-sill trim and bumper trim.
The list of options for the new A5 includes larger alloy wheels (up to 20 inches in diameter for R32 500), a panoramic glass roof (R38 000, including a “switchable transparency” feature), front-seat heating (R7 500), a 10.9-inch front-passenger display (R14 000), a Bang & Olufsen 3D Premium Sound System (R27 500, including head-rest loudspeakers), carbon side-mirror caps (R12 800) and plenty more.
Audi South Africa also offers a few packages for the new A5 Sedan, such as the R45 000 Tech Plus package and the R100 000 Tech Pro package, along with Audi Exclusive Interior S packages (with the most expensive of the latter priced at a heady R200 000).
Size and Competitors
As a reminder, the new A5 Sedan effectively takes on the likes of the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The newcomer measures 4 830 mm from nose to tail, making it 68 mm longer than the A4 saloon it supplants. The luggage compartment is rated to carry 445 litres, though this is expandable to 1 299 litres by dropping the 40:20:40 folding rear seats.
How much is the new Audi A5 Sedan in South Africa?
| Model | Engine | Power | Price (ZAR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A5 S line TFSI S tronic | 2.0L Turbo | 146 kW | R1 123 000 |
| Audi A5 Black Edition TFSI S tronic | 2.0L Turbo | 146 kW | R1 166 800 |
| Audi A5 S line TFSI quattro S tronic | 2.0L Turbo | 200 kW | R1 238 000 |
| Audi A5 Black Edition TFSI quattro S tronic | 2.0L Turbo | 200 kW | R1 281 800 |
The prices above include Audi’s 1-year/unlimited kilometre warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the starting price for the new Audi A5 Sedan in South Africa?
A: The 2025 Audi A5 Sedan starts at R1,123,000 for the S line TFSI S tronic model, including a 1-year/unlimited km warranty and a 5-year/100,000 km maintenance plan.
Q: What engines are available for the new Audi A5 Sedan?
A: The new A5 Sedan is offered with a turbocharged 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine. The front-wheel-drive variants produce 146 kW, while the quattro all-wheel-drive models are uprated to 200 kW.
Q: How does the new A5 Sedan compare in size to the previous A4 model?
A: The 2025 Audi A5 Sedan is 4,830 mm long, making it 68 mm longer than the A4 sedan it replaces.
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