Explore common problems, estimated repair costs and practical checks for the 2017–2022 Audi A5 2.0 Petrol Manual B9. Use this guide to help assess a used car, then unlock a personalised report for the exact vehicle you're considering.
Coolant level drops between services, pink residue appears around the front-right side of the engine bay, or the heater output becomes inconsistent.
Warm the car fully, let it idle, then drive normally and stop again after the run.
£950
Rough idle, whistling from the engine bay, increased oil use, or an engine light with uneven running.
Let the engine idle quietly with the bonnet open before and after a short drive, then pull away gently.
£450
A humming or droning noise that rises with speed and may change slightly when the car is loaded in a bend.
Drive at mixed speeds on a smooth road and make a few gentle lane changes where safe.
£370
It can be, but only if the individual car backs it up. For the 2017–2022 Audi A5 2.0 Petrol Manual B9, treat model-level patterns as viewing priorities and let condition, history and inspection evidence decide.
The problem cards above list the model-level checks for this guide. Read them as priorities for inspection and paperwork review, not proof that every example will have those faults.
Look for evidence, not just assurances: MOT advisories, service history, repair invoices, warning lights, fluid leaks, tyre and brake condition, and how the car behaves on a proper test drive. And of course, look at your personalised Should I Buy This Car? report, outlining a full list of common issues in detail, a personalised road test, a plain-English explanation and a MotorIQ score.
The guide above gives you the model-level pattern. A personalised MotorIQ report checks the registration-specific record and turns it into an ownership view before you commit.
Or enter the vehicle manually