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2019 Audi A5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2019 Audi A5 is that LED headlights become standard across the lineup. Otherwise, this is a light equipment update rather than a redesign, with the same core powertrain and a few features becoming standard on upper trims.
About the 2019 Audi A5
2nd gen (B9/F5), second U.S. model year before the 2020 refresh
The 2019 A5 is Audi's stylish compact luxury car line for buyers who want a cleaner, sleeker shape than an A4 without giving up everyday usability. In Coupe, Sportback, and Cabriolet forms, it blends standard quattro AWD, a polished cabin, and strong tech into a car that feels more elegant than aggressive. Its core appeal is the mix of sharp design, all-weather confidence, and upscale daily-driver comfort rather than outright performance.
The 2019 A5 Premium covers the essentials with standard quattro all-wheel drive, heated power front seats, three-zone climate control, and smartphone integration. Premium Plus adds a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, navigation, and wireless phone charging, while Prestige brings adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, a head-up display, and premium Bang & Olufsen audio.
What changed, by category
Styling
LED headlights become standard on every A5 trim.
Tech
The Premium Plus trim gains standard built-in navigation.
Safety
The Prestige trim gains standard adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, lane-departure warning, and active lane-keeping assistance.
2019 Audi A5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd S tronic Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 7-Spd S tronic Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 7-Spd S tronic Dual-Clutch |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 34 mpg | 34 mpg | 34 mpg |
| Horsepower | 248 hp | 248 hp | 248 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 9.3–21.8 cu-ft | 9.3–21.8 cu-ft | 9.3–21.8 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 32.7–35.1 in | 32.7–35.1 in | 32.7–35.1 in |
| Seats | 4–5 | 4–5 | 4–5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Top View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Head-Up Display | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2019 Audi A5?
Standard LED headlights are the biggest change to the 2019 Audi A5. Every trim gets them, while the rest of the updates focus on equipment becoming standard on upper trims.
Was the 2019 Audi A5 redesigned?
No, the 2019 Audi A5 was not redesigned. It is the second model year of the second-generation A5 and carries over its basic design and core powertrain with a light equipment update.
What changed on the 2019 Audi A5 Premium Plus?
Built-in navigation becomes standard on the 2019 A5 Premium Plus. It also has the lineup-wide change to standard LED headlights.
What changed on the 2019 Audi A5 Prestige?
Several driver-assistance features become standard on the 2019 A5 Prestige, including adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, lane-departure warning, and active lane-keeping assistance. LED headlights are also standard.
Is the 2019 Audi A5 a major upgrade over the 2018 model?
No, the 2019 Audi A5 is only a modest upgrade over the 2018 model. Its clearest advantages are standard LED headlights across the lineup, standard navigation on Premium Plus, and additional standard driver-assistance equipment on Prestige.
2019 Audi A5 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Audi A5.
4.3
2019 Audi A5
(154 reviews)
“I would let them know that my experience has been good thus far. The car is comparable and/or better than its competitors in class.”
“If you do not want an SUV but want and need easy access to the cargo area, buy this! Sporty and functional!”