Audi S5 vs. Audi V8
When we compare the Audi S5's and the Audi V8's specifications and ratings, the Audi S5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi S5's and the Audi V8's specifications and ratings, the Audi S5 is a better car than the Audi V8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi S5’s base engine makes 349 horsepower, and the Audi V8 base engine makes 276 horsepower. The S5 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The V8 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 378 miles. This gives the Audi S5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi V8. The S5 uses premium unleaded, and the V8 uses gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$61,956 - $74,954
Used Asking Price:
$55,988 - $65,243
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Audi S5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
9.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi V8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi S5 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
4 out of / 23Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 33Ranking
9 out of / 33Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
22 out of / 40Ranking
22 out of / 33Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
27 out of / 40Ranking
27 out of / 33Ranking
35 out of / 40Audi V8 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi S5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Audi V8 Trim Levels
quattro
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:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
349 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
276 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 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:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
273 / 378 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 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:
10.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3847 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3991 lbs
Width:
71.4 inches
Height:
60 inches
Length:
191.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
