Does the 2025 Audi A5 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$277extra a year
- Premium listed for the Premium AWD.
- All 9 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 69% of 68 sedans (2025) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Premium Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Prestige AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Sportback 40 TFSI Premium AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Sportback 40 TFSI Premium Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Sportback 40 TFSI Prestige AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Sportback S line 45 TFSI Premium AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Sportback S line 45 TFSI Premium Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Sportback S line 45 TFSI Prestige AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Audi A5 | Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2025 Audi S3 | Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | C 300 RWD | Premium |
| 2025 Toyota Mirai | XLE RWD | Hydrogen |
| 2025 Audi A4 Allroad | Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 | Premium Luxury RWD | Premium |
| 2025 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing | CT4-V V-Series Blackwing Petit Pataud Edition RWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree