Car financing: 2012 Audi S5
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.8 to 13.9 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
- 11.8 to 13.9 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2012 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.
2012 Audi S5 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged | 4.2L 8-cylinder | 4.2L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 7-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 14.1 L/100 km | 14.3 L/100 km | 16.5 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.2 L/100 km | 13.9 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 276 g/km | 291 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $20.65 | $21.35 | $24.33 |
2012 Audi S5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 4.2 L | 4.2 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 | 14 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 24 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 19 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 23 | 20 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 283 L (10 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,100 | US$4,350 | US$4,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,130 | $4,270 | $4,866 |
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 2012 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 10 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (8), electrical system (1) and power train (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V082000 | 2018-01-30 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2009-2012 Q5, and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the... |
| 16V078000 | 2016-02-10 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag,... |
| 15V019000 | 2015-01-20 | fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles. In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car financing: the 2012 Audi S5
No 2012 Audi S5 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. For anyone shopping for the 2012 Audi S5, here are the facts that matter.
Recalls and complaints
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Owners filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, electrical system and power train; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Under the hood
The 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged is what moves it, with all-wheel drive. 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 combined figure, 11.8 L/100 km, means roughly 35 litres for 300 km. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $20.65. The EPA estimates US$4,100 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
What the S5 is like
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. Its 283 litres of luggage space fit about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A good match for
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Rent it for a week first
Try the S5 on your commute, then decide. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. If the S5 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge.
The cost of driving it
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Year and trim
Within the 2012 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Send a request
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
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 2012 Audi S5 from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Audi S5
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Audi S5 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Audi S5
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 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 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Audi S5 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,100 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4130.00.
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.