Auto loans: 2018 Audi S5
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.0 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2018 Audi S5 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2018 Audi S5 specs
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo |
|---|---|
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas |
| City | 11.6 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.0 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 234.3 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.50 |
2018 Audi S5: every figure
| Displacement | 3.0 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 21 |
| MPG highway (US) | 30 |
| MPG combined (US) | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 29 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 623 L (22 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,450 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,500 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2018 Audi S5
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (9), unknown or other (8) and air bags (3). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V874000 | 2021-11-10 | air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe, 2019 RS5 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, and Audi S5 Sportback vehicles. The cable connecting the seat heater to the Passenger Occupant... |
| 19V547000 | 2019-07-24 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4 Allroad vehicles. Oxidation on the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) connecting cable may... |
| 18V325000 | 2018-05-16 | air bags:side/window | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Audi S5 Cabriolet vehicles equipped with Super Sport seats. The seat-mounted head/thorax air bag in the front passenger seat may have been folded incorrectly during installation. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2018 Audi S5
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2018 Audi S5 for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Thinking about the 2018 Audi S5? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
Recalls and complaints
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. NHTSA has 26 owner complaints on file, mostly about engine, unknown or other and air bags. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Engine and fuel
Power comes from the 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo, driving through an 8-speed automatic. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. With all-wheel drive, it pulls away more surely on slippery roads, though it does not stop any shorter.
By the EPA's combined rating of 10.0 L/100 km, 300 km takes about 30 litres. The fuel for 100 km comes to about $17.50 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,450 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Size and space
Being a small car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. At 623 litres, the trunk fits bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Who it is for
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
Drive it on your own roads
Drive the S5 on your commute before you commit to it. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the S5 first, and buy only if it fits your life.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$3,450 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Choosing the right one
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
One more step
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2018 Audi S5 from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 Audi S5
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Audi S5 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Audi S5
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 Audi S5?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2018 Audi S5 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2018 Audi S5 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 Audi S5 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,450 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3500.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.