Car financing: 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.
Thinking of buying the 2018 Audi S5?
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2018 Audi S5; this page helps you judge it 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. Before buying the 2018 Audi S5, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
A buyer's checks
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
What the figures tell you
Power comes from the 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo, driving through an 8-speed automatic. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.
The combined figure, 10.0 L/100 km, means roughly 30 litres for 300 km. In money, 1,000 km costs about $175 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,450 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Good uses for the S5
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
What to expect from the S5
As a small car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. The EPA measures its luggage space at 623 litres, roughly bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
A longer test drive
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Narrowing it down
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$3,450 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Send a request
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
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.