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Audi · Coupé · 2016–2023

Audi A5 F5 Coupé

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 15 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

450 PS

4.2L FSI V8 Benzin

RS5 Coupé — NA V8 in the best-looking B8 body

Legendary!
Most Reliable Engine

150 PS

1.4L TFSI Benzin

6 weaknesses

Good Choice
Problem Engine

450 PS

4.2L FSI V8 Benzin

9 weaknesses

Stay Away!

Engine Overview

The Audi A5 F5 Coupé is available with 9 engine variants — from 136 to 450 hp.

2.0L TDI · Diesel· 136–190 PS Engine Change
2016 2019
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2016 2019
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2019 2023
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
3.0L TDI V6 · Diesel· 218 PS
2016 2019
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
1.4L TFSI · Benziner· 150 PS
2016 2019
Good Choice 6 weaknesses
2.0L TFSI · Benziner· 190 PS
2016 2019
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
RS5 · Benziner· 450 PS
2017 2023
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
S5 · Benziner· 354 PS
2016 2018
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
2.0L TFSI · Benziner Mild-Hybrid· 190–252 PS Engine Change
2019 2023
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2020 2023
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2020 2023
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2.0L TDI · Diesel Mild-Hybrid· 204 PS
2019 2023
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
S5 · Diesel Mild-Hybrid· 347 PS
2019 2023
Be Careful 5 weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
Recall: Electric Water Pump Fire Risk (2.0 TFSI)

Around 1.16 million vehicles with 2.0 TFSI (model years 2012–2017) were recalled. The electric auxiliary water pump can overheat, cause a short circuit and in extreme cases start a fire.

Symptoms: Engine temperature check warning, unexplained coolant loss, smoke in worst case
Low
Headlight Level Adjustment Error

Well-known fault code with the automatic headlight level adjustment. The issue occurs across all build years and has never been fully resolved by software update.

Symptoms: Headlight warning light illuminating, headlights not adjusting correctly
from 50,000 km
Low

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Audi A5 F5 Coupé have? +
The Audi A5 F5 as Coupé has 100 known weaknesses, 7 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Good Choice: CZDA (1.4L TFSI).
Is the Audi A5 F5 Coupé worth buying used? +
The Audi A5 F5 Coupé requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee

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