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2018 Audi S5

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Rating9.0

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Compact Coupe
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$54,400 - $62,300
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 1, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Smooth ride and quick acceleration

Competitors offer longer driving range

Fully-redesigned for 2018

Plush cabin with ample standard amenities

Vague steering wheel

Strong brakes

Specs & Features

$62,300

price

354 hp @ 5400 rpm

horsepower

369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm

torque

TBD

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Audi S5 Coupe makes for an excellent contender in the compact coupe class. With 2 trims on offer, the Audi S5 has a base MSRP of $54,600, with prices going all the way up to an MSRP of $59,000, competing directly with the Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43, the BMW 4 Series, and the Lexus RC F. Only a 3.0L Turbo V6 engine is offered, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 354 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.4 seconds, the S5 maintains a combined fuel economy of 24 MPG. Audi offers the S5 in 9 stunning colors, with the Tango Red Metallic being our particular favorite.

Buying Advice

Our recommendation is the base Premium Plus trim with Warm Weather Package, S Sport Package, and optional heated steering wheel. Together, these cost an additional $3,500 and enhance the convenience and comfort of the S5 remarkably.

Trims

    Premium Plus
    $54,400 onwards
    • Alcantara simulated suede Seat trim
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    Prestige
    $54,400 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 354 hp @ 5400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.8 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg

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Price

$54,400- $62,300

Engine

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Rating

9.02

Horsepower

354 hp @ 5400 rpm

Torque

369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm

Capacity

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2018 Audi S5 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    2018 Audi S5

    Ranked #4

    		4.4 sec13.1 sec155 mph
    		3.1 sec11.2 sec172 mph
    		3.6 sec12.2 sec155 mph
    2018 BMW M4

    Ranked #3

    		3.7 sec12 sec174 mph
    		3.7 sec12.2 sec174 mph
    		4.4 sec12.5 sec-
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    2018 Audi S5 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      2018 Audi S5

      Ranked #4

      		21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg15.3 gal.321.3/459 mi.
      2018 Audi A5

      Ranked #1

      		24 mpg33 mpg29 mpg15.3 gal.367.2/504.9 mi.
      		23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/555 mi.
      2018 Audi TTS

      Ranked #3

      		23 mpg27 mpg25 mpg14.5 gal.326.6/383.4 mi.
      		22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg20 gal.440/600 mi.
      		22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg14.3 gal.300.3/400.4 mi.

      2018 Audi S5 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        2018 Audi S5

        Ranked #6

        		184.7 in.79.9 in.53.9 in.4 in.108.8 in.
        		194.2 in.75.4 in.53.3 in.5 in.115.8 in.
        		186.1 in.76 in.62.4 in.6.7 in.113.1 in.
        		185.9 in.73.4 in.53.5 in.5 in.108.9 in.
        		185.2 in.72.6 in.54.7 in.5.1 in.107.5 in.
        		184.8 in.72.4 in.54.9 in.5.3 in.107.5 in.

        2018 Audi S5 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          2018 Audi S5

          Ranked #3

          		11.6 cu.ft.116.6 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi A5

          Ranked #1

          		11.6 cu.ft.100.6 cu.ft.79.2 cu.ft.
          		16.5 cu.ft.100.6 cu.ft.79.2 cu.ft.
          		10.4 cu.ft.82 cu.ft.66.3 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi TTS

          Ranked #3

          		12 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.
          		12 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.

          2018 Audi S5 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            2018 Audi S5

            Ranked #1

            		57.5 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.76 ft.
            		-10.1 cu.ft.--
            		8.7 cu.ft.8.7 cu.ft.8.7 cu.ft.-
            		4.4 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.-
            		10.1 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.-
            		56.5 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.56.5 cu.ft.-

            2018 Audi S5 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              2018 Audi S5

              Ranked #2

              		--3836 lbs.
              		3500 lbs.-4140 lbs.
              		-704 lbs.2943 lbs.
              		-884 lbs.3360 lbs.
              2018 BMW M4

              Ranked #2

              		-860 lbs.3530 lbs. -
              		--4365 lbs.

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              Horsepower : 444 hp @ 5700 rpm

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              2018 Audi RS 3

              Horsepower : 400 hp @ 7000 rpm

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