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2022 Audi S5 review

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Audi S5 highlights

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Pros

  • Choice of three body styles
  • Classy cabin, excellent infotainment system
  • Powerful turbocharged V6

Cons

  • Snug rear seating (coupe and convertible)
  • Tiny trunk (convertible)

Mileage (EPA estimate)

20 city, 26 highway, 22 combined

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2022 Audi S5 comes in different styles for different kinds of buyers

The 2022 Audi S5 is not only luxurious and powerful, it’s also offered in a wide range of body styles that include a two-door coupe, convertible (Cabriolet), and four-door hatchback (Sportback). The coupe and convertible have seating for four, while the Sportback has space for five and a conveniently large trunk. In terms of pricing and horsepower, the S5 is positioned above the regular A5 lineup and below the mighty RS 5 performance model. The S5 is available in three trims: Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige.

Under the hood is a 349-hp turbocharged V6 paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission and Audi’s all-wheel drive. Acceleration is strong and the suspension delivers a superb balance of agility and everyday comfort. The cabin is filled with quality trim pieces and every control is within easy reach of the driver. A 10.1-inch touchscreen in the center of the dash is intuitive and attractive, and the menus are simple to navigate while the graphics are crisp and clear.

Key competitors to the Audi S5 include the BMW 4 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

All Audi S5 years

What is new for the 2022 Audi S5?

  • The Premium trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitor, and Smart Key as standard equipment.
  • The Prestige trim now comes with Seat Massagers as standard equipment.

2022 Audi S5 trims

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Premium:

  • 349-hp, 369-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
  • Rear Defroster
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Leather Seats
  • Power Seats
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Seat Massagers
  • Power Mirrors
  • Traction Control

Premium Plus:

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5 reasons to buy the 2022 Audi S5

What We Like

Performance: Sitting above the regular A5 and below the outrageous RS 5, the 349-horsepower turbocharged V6 provides just the right amount of power and performance. Swift but not scary fast, the S5 perfectly balances speed and comfort.

Interior: No matter if you choose the coupe, convertible, or four-door hatchback, every version of the S5 has an interior that feels extremely well built. The materials are of superb quality and the front seats provide excellent support.

All-wheel drive: Having Audi’s all-wheel-drive hardware as standard equipment means the S5 maintains its easy-to-drive composure when driving conditions are slick and slippery.

What Needs Improvement

Driver-assist features: If you want driver-assist features like blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning, you’ll have to jump to the midrange Premium Plus trim. The lineup of standard driver-assist items is too sparse for a car at this price point.

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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

Premium 4WD/AWD 2D Convertible

Standard Features

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

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

108.8"

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

P255/35YR19

Rear tires

P255/35YR19

Seating capacity

4

Transmission

Automatic

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