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2019 Audi S5 review

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Pros

  • Turbo four-cylinder’s power and fuel economy
  • Agile handling
  • Standard all-wheel drive

Cons

  • Prestige trim is pricey
  • Small trunk (convertible)
  • Snug second row (coupe, convertible)

Mileage (EPA estimate)

21 city, 29 highway, 24 combined

Pricing for current inventory

From $35,998*

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2019 Audi S5 luxury adds entry-level Premium trim to coupe and hatchback models

Still fresh from a redesign in 2018, the 2019 Audi S5 coupe, convertible, and four-door hatchback still received some notable updates. To start, an entry-level Premium trim has been added to the coupe and hatchback (Sportback) and is positioned below the pricier Premium Plus and Prestige trims. Wireless smartphone charging is also newly optional.

All versions of the S5 feature a 349-horsepower turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 that powers all four wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission. Acceleration is quick and grip is abundant, though the S5 is most notable for its high degree of comfort and refinement. This theme extends to the elegant interior, where you’ll find niceties like standard leather seating surfaces, a seven-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, heated front seats, and tri-zone climate control. There is no shortage of enticing options, however. The Premium Plus and Prestige trims include features like a head-up instrument display, adaptive cruise control, a larger (8.3-inch) infotainment screen, surround-view parking camera, hands-free trunklid, and 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen stereo.

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What is new for the 2019 Audi S5?

  • The S5 is available in a new trim called the Premium.
  • S5 trims have been upgraded with Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment this year.
  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The Premium Plus trim now comes with Navigation System as standard equipment.

2019 Audi S5 trims

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Premium:

  • 349-hp, 369-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Rear Defroster
  • Cruise Control
  • Leather Seats
  • Power Seats
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Power Mirrors
  • Traction Control
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Premium Plus:

Prestige:

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What We Like

All-weather grip: Standard all-wheel drive gives this performance luxury car lots of grip and stability in inclement weather, or when simply pushing its limits on tight and twisty roads.

Cabin style and comfort: Audi spared no expense when it came time to crafting a quality cabin for the S5. The materials used throughout the interior are top-notch and a nice reminder that your hard-earned money was spent on a premium product.

Turbo V6 performance: The 349-horsepower turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 and eight-speed automatic get the S5 up to speed quickly and efficiently. And in terms of fuel economy, this potent engine returns a reasonable EPA-estimated 30 mpg during highway cruising (29 mpg in the convertible).

What Needs Improvement

Limited rear legroom and trunk space on coupe and convertible: Choose either the coupe or convertible and know you’ll want to pack light, not to mention limit the time adults spend in the second row. The Sportback sedan is just as much fun to drive, and it's the more practical pick if you need extra space.

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Ratings & reliability

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RepairPal gave the Audi S5 an overall reliability rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Audi S5 63rd out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Audi S5 features and specs

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Premium Plus 4WD/AWD 2D Convertible

Standard Features

  • 4WD/AWD
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Soft Top
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine

Optional Features

  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Bang & Olufsen Audio
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Seat Massagers

Drive Wheels

All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

3.0L

Horsepower

349

Torque (ft-lbs)

369

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

15.3

Wheelbase

108.9"

Overall length

184.7"

Width

72.7"

Height

54.4"

Leg room

F 41.3"/R 33.1"

Head room

F 40"/R 36.3"

Front tires

P245/40YR18

Rear tires

P245/40YR18

Seating capacity

4

Transmission

Automatic

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