Item: Audi S5
Rating: 4.5
Author: CarMax

The Audi S5 is an absolute joy to drive. Plenty of power - put the car in Dynamic and the transmission in Sport mode, press the gas, feel the car squat and take off like a rocket. Quattro AWD system p...

The Audi S5 is an absolute joy to drive. Plenty of power - put the car in Dynamic and the transmission in Sport mode, press the gas, feel the car squat and take off like a rocket. Quattro AWD system provides amazing stability and handling, even in lousy weather. I spent months researching what to buy. Considered the BMW X5, BMW 4XM series, Acura TLX, Audi A6 3.0, etc. The minute I drove the S5, I was knew it was the car I'd been looking for. I still giggle every time the engine roars to life when I start it. I haven't tracked it (I probably won't) so this "understeer" business you hear about Audi is probably there, but it's worth writing off. Drive it like a slightly irresponsible adult with plenty of common sense and you have power and handling for every situation you're likely to encounter. Comfortable enough to drive half-way across the country and fun enough to take the scenic route to your destination. I highly recommend pulling the trigger if you're thinking about buying one. I LOVE this car.

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Ride and Handling: OMG - enjoy every minute of every drive.
Braking: Red calipers look cool, but braking performance is legit. Great stopping power WITH control.
Cargo Space: If you can find one, go for a sportback. The cargo space is incredible for a car this size.

Cons

Cabin Noise: Long road trips on poorly maintained roads can be a pain. The sport suspension and performance tires transfer just about every road imperfection right to your head.
Cost to Maintain: To put it simply...I'm scared. But you have to know what you're getting into. This is not a Honda Accord. I couldn't even buy the right oil without going to the dealership.
Power: This is a bit a nit pick. In truth, there's plenty of power, and the turbocharger makes it available at 1500 RPM. BUT - there is a bit of turbo lag as you're waiting for the twin-scroll to spin up. Only an issue when I have to get overly aggressive with the accelerator to get out of a potentially hairy situation on the freeway. Have considered a chip, but haven't gone that route after nearly a year.

it’s fun to drive and roomy for a big guy like me. love having a convertible top and you can put it up or down even when you’re driving. it’s super sleek to look at and the operational videos are gr...

it’s fun to drive and roomy for a big guy like me. love having a convertible top and you can put it up or down even when you’re driving. it’s super sleek to look at and the operational videos are great. never have to worry about being too slow for anything.

Pros

Visibility: it’s simply beautiful to look at
Seat Comfort: Incredibly comfortable to drive with both seat heaters and coolers. I recently was on a trip and rented a Mustang. my head was pressed against the ceiling (I’m tall, but just 6’1”.). in the Audi I have tons of room to spare
Ride and Handling: fun, fun, fun!

Cons

Fuel Economy: not good on gas at all. I manage to only fill up twice per month but don’t drive every day and the furthest I go is 20 miles once per week.
Dashboard: things are in weird places, mostly around the shift. they’re awkward to reach and see because the stick is in the way. if I have a drink in the cup holder, it’s even worse.
Technology and Entertainment: the stereo can often take up to two minutes to connect to my phone. while using Sirius, I have the same problem although not as long. the last time Sirius updated their channel listing, all of my presets were wiped out and I had to find and and reset them again.

pros: if you like to drive a more sporty/ luxury car tech package solid handling cons: rattling noise in front and back sound system is ok not great low mpg and high cost to maintain

Pros

Technology and Entertainment: cluster is digital and feels high tech with blind spot detection
Power: very fast and fun car although I’m not much a racer or like to drive fast recklessly
Styling: very sporty look

Cons

Cabin Noise: rattling back and front of the car
Fuel Economy: agg 20 mpg but I can’t complain
Visibility: blind spots harder to see… but again it’s a sport car I guess

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