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Really nice car with a minor gripe
Scotty Mac, 11/06/2019
2018 Audi S5 Prestige quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
First off, let me say that a really like this car. Lots of options, comfortable. and quick. I like the interior and adjustable options (suspension, drivetrain, exhaust, etc.). For a heavy car, it really sticks in the turns. I own a 2002 M roadster and the audi feels like it can stay with it on my favorite cambered on ramp all day long. It probably has more to do with the driver than the car, but I feel like the awd and sport diff really gives you confidence to stick a 4K lb car in the turns. Very quiet for a convertible with the top up. I like the knock down back seats for adding storage to the convertible's reduced trunk space. Now for the gripe: The turbo lag is really unacceptable for a car in this price range - particularly coming out of VW group which has been doing turbos for a while. The previous gen supercharged motor had less output, but no lag. There are ways of getting around it by leaning into the throttle rather than hitting WOT from idle. However, there are times when you are pulling out into traffic when that's exactly what is needed and that hesitation is not a good feeling. Other minor issues: Also, do not like the auto dimming mirrors all around. I wish there was an off option if possible. Night time and early morning driving dims out the rear view to a point where you can only see headlights and not make out what type of vehicle it is. The dimming is not really needed in the side mirrors. A couple of small plastic trim pieces (seat belt hanger rack, rear seat wind block pegs) broke and they all seems to be around $80 for a $2-$10 part. I guess that's what you get expect in this price range. If buying used, I would definitely recommend an extended warranty. I'm not saying things are going to go bad, but this car has a lot of expensive sounding options if repairs are needed. The convertible top actions with the windows lowering and hatch mechanism alone would warrant it, not to mention the seat massagers and LCD dashboard. The stereo sounds awesome, but I'm not even sure where it is located. Its not like you are going to put in an aftermarket unit in this car. I don't want to give the impression that I don't like this car. Its one of the nicest cars I have owned - thus the 4 star rating. I just thought I would point out the shortcomings (all cars have them) that I have noticed during my ownership. I suppose they will come out with an RS cab that I'll start coveting next.....
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I want my old S4 back!
Jason R., 03/04/2019
2018 Audi S5 Prestige quattro 4dr Hatchback AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
Stay away from this vehicle. It's gorgeous to behold and if you floor the pedal it flies, but in day to day driving it's simply awful. Mine has less than 9K miles on it, and it's been to the shop for no less than six different repairs. Airbag failures, engine thermostat failure, dash electronics failures, and more rattles/squeaks than I can count. It's also been back multiple times for buzzing speaker covers, which appears to be a very difficult problem to fix as the sound system is simply too powerful for the cheap plastic speaker covers which resonate at different bass frequencies. But the absolute worst thing is the laggy throttle response, which is barely even acceptable in the sportiest of modes. Low end throttle response in city navigation is just numb, and you can find countless people on the Audi forums complaining about it. I loved my 2014 S4 and it was superior to this lemming of a vehicle in every way except design/electronics. Oh yeah, and despite the laggy throttle you'll average about 17mpg in 50/50 city/highway driving.
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Audi S5 Fast and Pretty!
Peter Wojnicki, 03/09/2018
2018 Audi S5 Prestige quattro 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Get best possible deal you can, don't be afraid to get up and walk away!
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In a word - WOW
Amarone_Fan, 06/18/2018
2018 Audi S5 Prestige quattro 4dr Hatchback AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Owned the S5 Sportback for 3 days and absolutely blown away with performance, sound (of both car and B &O Stereo system) appearance and ease of use of infotainment system. Far easier to comprehend than Lexus GS system that I’m still trying to figure out after 3 years.
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It’s been 18 months and I still love it
Tcmac, 06/17/2019
2018 Audi S5 Prestige quattro 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Ordered it with red leather seats and was worth the wait. Love this car. Must admit getting in and out seems to be a challenge for some (sits low) and the technology pales compared to a Tesla, Appleplay frustrates me, but the ride is great, responsive, quick, handles excellent. No service issues. Had a Q7 before and BMW535 before that. Great purchases on all in my opinion but This is by far the most fun to drive. Fast. Great on turns and windy roads.
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