2021 Audi S5 review
Audi S5 highlights
Customer rating
(not yet rated)
Pros
- Excellent handling
- Great traction
- Nice interior
Cons
- Few standard driver-assistance features
- Limited passenger room in the second row
- Low cargo volume
Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 26 highway, 22 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
Refined sports sedan
The 2021 Audi S5 is a stylish and sporty sedan, packing a serious punch under the hood and offering a refined ride in a luxury cabin. Available in coupe and convertible body styles, it’s an excellent daily driver in a compact size that's ideal for the open road. Equipped with numerous performance-enhancing features and standard all-wheel drive, the 2021 Audi S5 is a versatile vehicle for different lifestyles. Car enthusiasts are bound to appreciate it more than others.
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What is new for the 2021 Audi S5?
- S5 trims have been upgraded with Seat Massagers, Heated Steering Wheel, Panoramic Sunroof, and A/C Seat(s) as standard equipment this year.
- The Premium Plus trim now comes with Lane Departure Warning and Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment.
- The Premium trim now comes with Lane Departure Warning as standard equipment.
2021 Audi S5 trims
Premium:
- 349-hp, 369-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
- Sunroofs
- Front Seat Heaters
- Smart Key
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Power Seats
- Leather & Suede Seats
- Rear View Camera
- Lane Departure Warning
Premium Plus:
- Includes all features available on the Premium
- Memory Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Parking Sensors
- Automated Cruise Control
- Satellite Radio Ready
- View our Audi S5 Premium Plus inventory
Prestige:
- Includes all features available on the Premium Plus
- A/C Seats
- Head Up Display
- Bang & Olufsen Audio
- Navigation System
- View our Audi S5 Prestige inventory
5 reasons to buy the 2021 Audi S5
1. Upscale and well-designed cabin
Starting with the interior, the 2021 Audi S5 has a nice, ergonomic cabin with premium materials and a thoroughly thought-out layout for optimal comfort. It comes standard with a combined upholstery that includes leather and faux suede, along with heated, power-adjustable front seats, and a panoramic sunroof, among other things. On top of that, there is standard LED ambient lighting and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.
2. Ferocious engine
Moving on to the performance part of the whole package, the most noteworthy detail of the 2021 Audi S5 is its engine. It’s powered by a turbocharged 3.0L V6 engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, for an output of 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. This is a potent powertrain that delivers a 4.8-second zero-to-60-mph time, in true sports-car fashion.
3. Standard quattro® all-wheel drive
Another important piece of the performance puzzle for the 2021 Audi S5 is the all-wheel drive that comes standard. It’s Audi's quattro system, which has been a staple in high-performance models for decades. It offers improved traction and control when accelerating and taking tight corners, especially at high speeds. It achieves this by distributing the engine’s power to all four wheels in a 60:40 ratio in favor of the front wheels while making sure to deliver it where it’s most needed when the car starts to lose grip.
4. Connectivity tech features
When it comes to ride experience, the 2021 Audi S5 has what it takes to make it as enjoyable as possible. It’s equipped with all kinds of connectivity and entertainment features that are there to make sure there is never a dull moment for any passenger. There is the standard infotainment system with a 10.1-inch touchscreen and Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, on top of voice recognition and tri-zone automatic climate control. What’s more, it comes standard with satellite radio, Bluetooth® connectivity, and a ten-speaker stereo system.
5. Wide array of driver-assistance systems
In addition to the infotainment technology, the 2021 Audi S5 comes with numerous features aimed at assisting the driver when it comes to handling tricky situations and making it easier to maintain control of the car in general. For instance, there is a forward collision warning system and forward automatic emergency braking system. Also standard are lane-departure warning, pedestrian detection, and automatic high-beam headlights.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
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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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Prestige 4WD/AWD 2D Convertible
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bang & Olufsen Audio
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather & Suede Seats
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Soft Top
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- Apple CarPlay
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Rear Spoiler
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Seat Massagers
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
All Wheel (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
3.0L
Horsepower
349
Torque (ft-lbs)
369
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
15.3
Wheelbase
108.8"
Overall length
184.9"
Width
72.7"
Height
54.5"
Leg room
F 41.3"/R 33.1"
Head room
F 38.3"/R 36.3"
Front tires
P245/40YR18
Rear tires
P245/40YR18
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Automatic
2021 Audi S5 FAQ
The 2021 Audi S5 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Prestige : 20 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- Premium : 20 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- Premium Plus : 20 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
The Audi S5 received a rating of 2 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Audi S5 as 62 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Car
Here is what's new for the 2021 Audi S5:
- A/C Seat(s)
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Seat Massagers
- Lane Departure Warning
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