The A5 sportback does not lease well because Audi inflates the money factor more than the A5 coupe, and much more than the A4. There are also fewer incentives for the sportback. This is because the sportback sells very well and does not need to be subsidized or incentivized. The A4 and S4 are better leases because the money factor is better and there are more incentives and discounts. A 10% discount on a sportback is very good, whereas you could get a 13%+ discount off an A4 or S4. Since the A4 is the same car as the A5 sportback except for the different body, the A4 will save you a ton. The monthly payment on an S4 would be about the same or even less than the sportback, plus you get the better engine. Personally, I opted for the A5 coupe because I wanted the coupe body style. I negotiated 13% off MSRP before rebates on a 2019, so I could order what I wanted. The dealer offered me that discount on the A5 coupe, A4 and S4, but not the sportback. My monthly payment will be about the same on the A5 as it would on a stripped down S4. But the A4 would have saved me $100 per month. Just understand that if you go with the car you love, it may cost you a little more. Just as long as you’re happy, go for it.
