Audi S5 — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Audi S5 specifications on file for 17 model years, 2010–2026, covering saloon/sedan trims. Across those years EPA data lists 3 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 20 to 29 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20263L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline28240—01
20253L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline26–28239—011
20243L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline29234—02
20233L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline29226—03
20223L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline29226—01
20213L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline28236—51
20203L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline28244—425
20193L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline29231—46
20183L 6-cyl turboPremium Gasoline29232—226
20173L 6-cyl superchargedPremium Gasoline24–25257———
20163L 6-cyl superchargedPremium Gasoline24–25257—01
20153L 6-cyl superchargedPremium Gasoline24–25257—02
20143L 6-cyl superchargedPremium Gasoline24–25257—06
20133L 6-cyl superchargedPremium Gasoline24–25257—019
20123L 6-cyl supercharged / 4.2L 8-cylPremium Gasoline20–24276—110
20113L 6-cyl supercharged / 4.2L 8-cylPremium Gasoline20–24276—213
20103L 6-cyl supercharged / 4.2L 8-cylPremium Gasoline20–24276—228

Best and Worst Audi S5 Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 12 Audi S5 model years from 2010 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 8 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2016 — 1 complaint, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2021 — 1 complaint, 5 recall campaigns
  • 2022 — 1 complaint, 0 recall campaigns

Most owner complaints

  • 2010 — 28 complaints, 2 recall campaigns
  • 2018 — 26 complaints, 2 recall campaigns
  • 2020 — 25 complaints, 4 recall campaigns

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Audi S5 covered on this site?

We have data for 17 model years of the Audi S5, from 2010 to 2026.

What engines does the Audi S5 come with?

EPA data lists: 3L 6-cyl supercharged (2010–2017); 4.2L 8-cyl (2010–2012); 3L 6-cyl turbo (2018–2026).

Which Audi S5 year has the best fuel economy?

The 2024 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 29 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Audi S5 have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.

Which Audi S5 model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2021 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (5), and the 2010 has the most owner complaints (28). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2013–2016 and 2022–2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Audi S5?

The Audi S5 is classed as a saloon/sedan on this site.

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