The AUDI A5 SPORTBACK (2011-16) 5DR SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI SS 170 EU5 SE MTRON AUTO8 is a premium five-door hatchback with sleek, coupé-inspired styling and practical rear doors. In the UK, it sits between family hatchbacks and executive saloons, offering an upmarket alternative for drivers who want style with space. Across 33 mycarcheck.com look-ups, checks covered 12 distinct VINs, a useful but modest sample. The average private-sale valuation was £8,200, with recorded mileage averaging 88,000 miles and annual use around 6,000 miles. Cars had nearly four previous keepers on average, so review each vehicle’s history, condition and servicing before buying. That combination makes the A5 Sportback a choice for commuting, longer journeys and households wanting a smart daily car, rather than a first car on a tight budget. Its distinctive shape and hatchback practicality help it stand apart from BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class saloons, while still feeling premium.