2018 Audi S5 vs. 2019 Audi S5
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Audi S5 and 2019 Audi S5 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2018 Audi S5 and the 2019 Audi S5.
When comparing the 2018 Audi S5's and the 2019 Audi S5's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi S5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2018 Audi S5 and 2019 Audi S5 have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score Based on this comparison of the 2018 Audi S5's and the 2019 Audi S5's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi S5 is a better car than the 2019 Audi S5.
Pricing: A used 2018 Audi S5 ranges from $25,911 to $37,209 while a used 2019 Audi S5 is priced between $31,539 to $43,514.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2018 Audi S5 and the 2019 Audi S5 both lose 43.2 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S5 is 8.1 out of 10. Audi S5 is ranked 6 out of 41 Best Luxury Sports Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Audi S5 is 8.4 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2018 Audi S5’s base engine makes 354 horsepower, and the 2019 Audi S5 base engine makes 349 horsepower. Both the S5 and the S5 are rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$54,600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$91,675
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$39,950 - $453,200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$52,400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$85,644
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$40,750 - $453,200
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$31,724
Price Range:
$25,911 - $37,209
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$67,639
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$27,289 - $200,784
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
55
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
61,342
# Good or Great Deals:
17
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$37,663
Price Range:
$31,539 - $43,514
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$67,801
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$31,145 - $215,038
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
20
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
48,664
# Good or Great Deals:
9
Audi S5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Audi S5
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
6.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
2.7 - 11.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Audi S5
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
7.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
3.7 - 12.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.6 - 7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.6 - 11.4
Audi S5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 41Ranking
6 out of / 41Ranking
6 out of / 41Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
21 out of / 41Ranking
22 out of / 41Ranking
23 out of / 41Ranking
36 out of / 41Audi S5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 41Ranking
6 out of / 41Ranking
6 out of / 41Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
21 out of / 41Ranking
22 out of / 41Ranking
23 out of / 41Ranking
36 out of / 41Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Audi S5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
2019 Audi S5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
354 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.092 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
349 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3836 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
53.9 inches
Length:
184.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3847 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
53.9 inches
Length:
184.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black / Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Navarra Blue Metallic
Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Green
Gotland Green Metallic
Red
Tango Red Metallic
Silver
Florett Silver Metallic
White
Glacier White Metallic / Ibis White
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black / Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Navarra Blue Metallic
Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect / Quantum Gray
Green
Not available
Red
Tango Red Metallic
Silver
Florett Silver Metallic
White
Glacier White Metallic / Ibis White
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Rotor Gray
Red
Magma Red
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Rotor Gray
Red
Not available
