2022 Audi A5 towing capacity
The 2022 Audi A5 is published in 4 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 3,700 to 3,750 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (3,750 lb) sits in compact SUV / minivan territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2022 Audi A5 with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Premium 4dr All-Wheel Drive quattro Sportback | — | 201 | 236 | 4.27 | 3,750 | 5,016 | 3,759 | 1,257 |
| 45 S line Premium 2dr All-Wheel Drive quattro Coupe | — | 261 | 273 | 4.41 | 3,750 | 4,784 | 3,715 | 1,069 |
| 45 S line Premium 4dr All-Wheel Drive quattro Sportback | — | 261 | 273 | 4.27 | 3,750 | 5,038 | 3,781 | 1,257 |
| 45 Premium 2dr All-Wheel Drive quattro Cabriolet | — | 261 | 273 | 4.27 | 3,700 | 5,126 | 4,045 | 1,081 |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2021
The 2021 Audi A5 carried a maximum tow rating of 4,100 lb. The 2022 model is rated 350 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2021 Audi A5 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2022 Audi models
The rest of Audi's 2022 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2022 Audi Q7 | 7,700 |
| 2022 Audi Q8 | 7,700 |
| 2022 Audi SQ7 | 7,700 |
| 2022 Audi SQ8 | 7,700 |
| 2022 Audi Q5 | 4,400 |
| 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback | 4,400 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.