Car financing: 2008 Audi S5
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.4 to 14.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 0 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
- 12.4 to 14.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 0
For sale
We do not have a 2008 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.
2008 Audi S5 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.2L 8-cylinder | 4.2L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 14.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.4 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 345 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.70 | $25.73 |
2008 Audi S5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.2 L | 4.2 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 14 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 16 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 19 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,350 | US$5,150 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,340 | $5,146 |
| Dimension | S5 2dr Coupe Awd |
|---|---|
| Length | 4.64 m (183 in) |
| Width | 1.85 m (73 in) |
| Height | 1.37 m (54 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.75 m (108 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,765 kg (3,891 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. 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 2008 Audi S5
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (1), power train (1) and visibility (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2008 Audi S5 for buyers
No 2008 Audi S5 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. The 2008 Audi S5 for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
A buyer's checks
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
Reading the spec sheet
The 4.2L 8-cylinder does the work, through a 6-speed automatic. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.
The EPA rates it at 12.4 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 37 litres. Every 100 km costs about $21.70 in fuel at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who rents the S5
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Size and space
As a small car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. It is 4.64 m from end to end. It fits most condo and driveway spots. Its 340 litre trunk is enough for about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Try before you buy
Try the S5 on your commute, then decide. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent the S5 first, and buy only if it fits your life.
Which one to look for
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Next step
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
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 2008 Audi S5 from us first.
Ask us about the 2008 Audi S5
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 Audi S5 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 Audi S5
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 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 2008 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 2008 Audi S5 have recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
What does the 2008 Audi S5 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4340.00.
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.