Trade in: 2012 Audi A5
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.4 to 9.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.4 to 9.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Audi A5 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2012 Audi A5 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | 6-speed manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.1 L/100 km | 11.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.9 L/100 km | 7.5 L/100 km | 8.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 221 g/km | 221 g/km | 230 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.45 | $16.63 | $17.15 |
2012 Audi A5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 22 | 21 | 21 |
| MPG highway (US) | 30 | 31 | 29 |
| MPG combined (US) | 25 | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 30 | 30 | 29 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 283 L (10 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,300 | US$3,300 | US$3,400 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,290 | $3,326 | $3,430 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Audi A5
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 36 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (24), engine (8) and electrical system (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V082000 | 2018-01-30 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2009-2012 Q5, and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the... |
| 16V078000 | 2016-02-10 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2012 Audi A5: before you buy
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2012 Audi A5 for sale by us right now. Buying the 2012 Audi A5 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
What to check on the A5
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Owners filed 36 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, engine and electrical system; have those parts checked.
Reading the spec sheet
It uses the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo and front-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
A combined rating of 9.4 L/100 km works out to about 28 litres per 300 km. The fuel for 100 km comes to about $16.45 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,300 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Space, size and seats
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. With 283 litres of luggage space by the EPA's measure, it takes about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
When the A5 makes sense
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
A longer test drive
Rent the A5 for a week and see how it fits your life. Rent the A5 first, and buy only if it fits your life. If the A5 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$3,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $164.50 at our price setting. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car.
Picking a year and a trim
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Next step
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 Audi A5 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Audi A5 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Audi A5
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Audi A5?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 Audi A5 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 Audi A5 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Audi A5 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3290.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.