2020 Audi S5 Convertible
What’s new
- New 10.1-inch touchscreen with MIB 3 infotainment interface
- Minor styling tweaks
- Part of the second S5 generation introduced for 2018
Pros & Cons
- Acceleration is strong and smooth
- Excellent grip delivers confident handling
- Interior is modern, stylish and packed with high-tech features
- Comfortable for long-distance touring
- Not a lot of interior storage space
2020 Audi S5 Review
So you like the Audi A5 but find that its four-cylinder engine doesn't quite fulfill your need for speed? Then the V6-powered 2020 Audi S5 might be right up your alley. It packs about 100 more horsepower than the A5 plus a handful of other upgrades that make it feel more dynamic and fun to drive.
It steps up the luxury quotient too, with standard massaging seats and sporty simulated suede upholstery. Available in coupe, convertible and four-door hatchback body styles, the 2020 Audi S5 is a versatile luxury car that promises performance and comfort in equal measure.
Which S5 does Edmunds recommend?
2020 Audi S5 models
The 2020 Audi S5 is a high-performance variant of the A5 that is offered in coupe, convertible (Cabriolet) and four-door hatchback (Sportback) body styles. The coupe and convertible seat four, while the Sportback accommodates five. The S5 is available in three trim levels: Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige.
All are powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 (349 horsepower, 369 lb-ft of torque). All-wheel drive is standard, as is an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Premium
Starts you off with:
- Panoramic sunroof
- Heated front seats with massage
- Leather/simulated suede combination upholstery
- 10-speaker audio system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Forward collision warning (alerts you of a possible collision with the car in front and can automatically apply the brakes to reduce the impact of a collision)
- Optional Convenience package adds:
- Auto-dimming exterior mirrors
- Keyless entry
- Satellite radio
- Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
- Rear cross-traffic alert (alerts you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while in reverse)
Premium Plus
Has all of the above plus:
- Power-folding mirrors
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Digital instrument panel
- Wireless charging pad
- Rear USB charging ports (Sportback only)
There are also more options available for the Premium Plus, including:
- Driver Assistance package:
- Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the S5 and the car in front)
- Lane keeping assist (automatically steers the car back into its lane if the S5 begins to drift over the lane marker)
- Navigation package:
- Navigation system
- Audi Connect Prime and Plus subscription services
- Cold Weather package (Sportback only):
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated rear seats
- Warm Weather package (coupe and Sportback only):
- Different seats with ventilation but without massage
- Leather upholstery
- Luxury package (Cabriolet only):
- Warm Weather package
- Heated steering wheel
- Neck heaters
- S Sport package:
- Adaptive suspension dampers
- Sport rear differential
Prestige
The top-of-the-line S5 trim that comes with:
- Driver Assistance package
- Navigation package
- Automated parallel and perpendicular parking system
- Head-up display
- 360-degree parking camera
- 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium audio system
For the Prestige, you can still get the:
- Warm Weather package
- Luxury package
- S Sport package
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Features & Specs
| Premium Plus quattro 2dr Convertible AWD 3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $62,700 |
| MPG | 19 city / 26 hwy |
| Seating | Seats 4 |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Horsepower | 349 hp @ 5400 rpm |
| Prestige quattro 2dr Convertible AWD 3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $68,600 |
| MPG | 19 city / 26 hwy |
| Seating | Seats 4 |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Horsepower | 349 hp @ 5400 rpm |
| Premium quattro 2dr Convertible AWD 3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $60,200 |
| MPG | 19 city / 26 hwy |
| Seating | Seats 4 |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Horsepower | 349 hp @ 5400 rpm |
Safety
Our experts’ favorite S5 safety features:
- Audi Pre Sense Basic and City
- Warns of an impending front collision and automatically applies the brakes if you don't.
- Audi Side Assist
- Notifies you if there's a car in your blind spot and alerts you if you activate the turn signal.
- Audi Active Lane Assist
- Steers the S5 back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker.
Audi S5 vs. the competition
Audi S5 vs. BMW 4 Series
This BMW 4 Series generation has been on sale for a while now (a new version debuts next year), but it remains one of our favorite sport coupes. Credit is due to its comfortable ride, quick reflexes and superb handling. We also like that you can get the six-cylinder-powered 440i with a manual transmission, an increasingly rare feature even in sporty cars.
Audi S5 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class coupe is another oldie but goodie thanks in part to design that was cutting-edge when this generation first bowed. The AMG C 43 — with a turbocharged V6 and a number of sporty upgrades — is the closest in terms of performance and luxury features to the S5. Just go easy on the options since the C 43's starting price is almost as much as the S5 Prestige's.
Audi S5 vs. Genesis G70
While the Genesis G70 is a sedan, its swept profile and cozy rear seat are more akin to what you'll find in a so-called four-door coupe such as the S5 Sportback. Cabin materials are surprisingly high-grade — especially on upper trims — and performance is impressive. A fully loaded G70 with the twin-turbo V6 is slightly less expensive than a base S5.
FAQ
Is the Audi S5 a good car?
What's new in the 2020 Audi S5?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2020 Audi S5:
- New 10.1-inch touchscreen with MIB 3 infotainment interface
- Minor styling tweaks
- Part of the second S5 generation introduced for 2018
Is the Audi S5 reliable?
Is the 2020 Audi S5 a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2020 Audi S5?
The least-expensive 2020 Audi S5 is the 2020 Audi S5 Premium quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $60,200.
Other versions include:
- Premium Plus quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $62,700
- Prestige quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $68,600
- Premium quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $60,200
What are the different models of Audi S5?
More about the 2020 Audi S5
2020 Audi S5 Convertible Overview
The 2020 Audi S5 Convertible is offered in the following styles: Premium Plus quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A), Prestige quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A), and Premium quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A).
What do people think of the 2020 Audi S5 Convertible?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2020 Audi S5 Convertible and all its trim types. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2020 S5 Convertible.
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What's a good price for a New 2020 Audi S5 Convertible?
2020 Audi S5 Convertible Premium Plus quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
The 2020 Audi S5 Convertible Premium Plus quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $68,105. The average price paid for a new 2020 Audi S5 Convertible Premium Plus quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) is trending $4,004 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
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The average savings for the 2020 Audi S5 Convertible Premium Plus quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) is 5.9% below the MSRP.
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