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If you have a lot of requirements for your next car -luxurious interior, impeccable handling, and convenient trunk space - then the choice becomes obvious. The 2018 Audi A5 Sportback is everything you want. For even more power, consider its high performance variant, the 2018 Audi S5 Sportback. This review details everything you need to know about both models, for sale now at Audi Hoffman Estates.
2018 A5 | Model | 2018 S5 |
$42,600 | MSRP | $54,400 |
Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige | Trim Packages | Premium Plus, Prestige |
130 MPH | Top Speed | 155 MPH |
2018 Audi A5 vs. S5: Engine Specs & Performance
The 2018 Audi A5 and 2018 Audi S5 both come with a single powertrain option, although not the same one. The 2018 Audi A5 is a step above most other hatchbacks in everyday drivability. Capable in any weather and on any road surface thanks to quattro® all-wheel drive, the A5 is quick to accelerate, shifts smoothly, and has well-balanced handling. Meanwhile, the S5 is practically in a class by itself. Its sophisticated road manners make it easy to control in traffic, but it provides phenomenal driver engagement when you let it loose on twisty roads. Get engine specs below:
Model | 2018 Audi A5 | 2018 Audi S5 |
Engine | 2.0L TFSI® four-cylinder | 3.0L TFSI® six-cylinder |
Horsepower | 252 HP | 354 HP |
Torque | 273 lb.-ft. | 369 lb.-ft. |
Transmission + Drivetrain | 7-speed S tronic® dual-clutch with quattro® AWD | 8-speed Tiptronic® automatic with quattro® AWD |
Fuel Economy | 24 MPG city/34 MPG hwy | 21 MPG city/30 MPG hwy |
0-60 MPH Acceleration | 5.7 sec. | 4.5 sec. |
2018 Audi A5 vs. S5: Interior
The newest Audi A5 and S5 models are gorgeously designed with generous thought given to the comfort of all passengers within.
- The Audi A5 has leather seats, while the Audi S5 has leather and Alcantara® seats with diamond stitching and S embossing.
- The Audi A5 has 8-way power adjustable front seats with driver's side 4-way power lumbar support. The Audi S5 has 8-way power adjustable front sport seats with 4-way power lumbar, pneumatic side bolsters, heat function, and massage function.
- In higher trims, heated seats are available on the Audi A5.
- Both models come standard with 3-zone climate control.
- Both models come standard with a panoramic sunroof and black cloth headliner.

2018 Audi A5 vs. S5: Technology
The advanced technology features available with the new Audi A5 and S5 are many, varied, and all cutting-edge. Because the S5's base level trim is the Premium Plus rather than the Premium, it gets some features as standard that the Audi A5 does not. For the most part, however, shoppers can access the same features in either model.- 7-in. color MMI® infotainment display and 7-in. color driver information display
- 10-speaker Audi sound system
- Apple CarPlayâ„¢ and Android Autoâ„¢ compatibility
- Rearview camera
- Audi pre sense® basic and Audi pre sense® city
- Audi connect® services
- SiriusXM® satellite radio
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Audi side assist
- Audi pre sense® rear with Rear cross traffic assist and Vehicle exit assist
- 8.3-in. color MMI® infotainment display and 12.3-in. color Virtual Cockpit
- 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen® surround sound system
- MMI® navigation and MMI® touch
- Top view down camera
- Head up display

Test Drive a 2018 Audi A5 or S5 at Audi Hoffman Estates
Now that you know more about the newest editions of the Audi A5 and S5, you can start browsing our new vehicle inventory to pick out a model in your preferred trim package and color. If you have questions about either of these performance hatchbacks or any other model in the Audi lineup, call (888) 698-1441.