The 2026 Audi A5 has been reviewed, with various outlets testing different models, including the TFSI quattro 200kW S line and e-hybrid versions. The car is seen as a rival to other models such as the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz CLA. Reviews of the Audi A5 have been published, although it is unclear which specific features and options were evaluated in each case, with some outlets also mentioning the Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid in their coverage.