S5 AWD
What the S5 adds over the A5 (+$13,200)
| Spec | A5 | S5 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 338 mm | 360 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 330 mm | 350 mm |
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 36.6 cu-ft | 37.5 cu-ft |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 1984 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 362 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L TFSI turbocharged I4 | 3.0L TFSI turbocharged V6 |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 24-Valve |
| Front legroom | 41.3 in | 41 in |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $50,400 | $63,600 |
| Overall height | 57 in | 56.5 in |
| Overall length | 190.1 in | 190.3 in |
| Front suspension type | Five-link independent | Five-link independent with Sport adaptive air suspension |
| Rear suspension type | Five-link independent | Five-link independent with Sport adaptive air suspension |
| Tire size | 235/45 R18 98H XL all-season run flat | 245/40 R19 98Y XL summer |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 19 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 114 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 19" 5-double-V-spoke design, bi-color finish wheels (Standard), 3.0L TFSI® turbocharged V6, Five-link independent with Sport adaptive air suspension (standard), Front Brakes: Single-piston floating caliper, 14.2" (360mm) ventilated steel discs, Rear Brakes: Single-piston floating caliper, 13.8" (350mm) ventilated steel discs, Self-supporting steel body construction, Tires (Standard): 245/40 R19 98Y XL summer
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 360 mm |
| Front brake type | Single-piston floating caliper, ventilated steel discs |
| Rear brake diameter | 350 mm |
| Rear brake type | Single-piston floating caliper, ventilated steel discs |
| Parking brake type | Electro-mechanical |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 37.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 22.6 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 56.5 in |
| Overall length | 190.3 in |
| Overall width | 73.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 114 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 2995 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.0L TFSI turbocharged V6 |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 24-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 362 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.8 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.2 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41 in |
| Third-row legroom | 36.1 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $63,600 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.3 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electromechanical progressive steering with speed-sensitive power assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 39.7 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Five-link independent with Sport adaptive air suspension |
| Rear suspension type | Five-link independent with Sport adaptive air suspension |
Tires
| Tire size | 245/40 R19 98Y XL summer |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.4 |
| Transmission speeds | 7 |
| Transmission type | S tronic dual clutch |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety5 std · 0 opt
- Anti-Lock Braking System Standard, all four wheels, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
- Electro-mechanical Parking Brake
- Front Brakes: Single-piston floating caliper, 14.2" (360mm) ventilated steel discs
- Rear Brakes: Single-piston floating caliper, 13.8" (350mm) ventilated steel discs
- Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Exterior2 std · 4 opt
- 19" 5-double-V-spoke design, bi-color finish wheels (Standard)
- Tires (Standard): 245/40 R19 98Y XL summer
- 20" 5-double-spoke design wheels, bicolor finish (Optional) optional
- 20" multispoke –S design, bi-color finish wheels (Optional) optional
- Tires (Optional): 245/35 R20 98Y XL summer optional
- Tires (Optional): 245/40 R19 98H XL all-season run flat optional
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- quattro® all-wheel drive
- 3.0L TFSI® turbocharged V6
- 7-speed S tronic® dual clutch
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Electromechanical progressive steering with speed-sensitive power assist
- Five-link independent with Sport adaptive air suspension (standard)
- Self-supporting steel body construction
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2027 A5. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the S5
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2027 Audi A5 S5?
The manufacturer lists $63,600 for the 2027 Audi A5 S5. That is $13,200 above the A5, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2027 Audi A5 S5 add over the A5?
Against the A5, 7 features become standard that the A5 does not and 18 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.