2021 Audi A5 vs S5 vs RS5: 0-60 Test! (A5 40 & 45)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 มิ.ย. 2024
- Whether you're a potential buyer, or you just want to see some expensive Audis go fast in a straight line, it's in your best interest to watch this video. On top of getting accurate Dragy times for each of these Audis, I will also share the differences in mechanical equipment for each!
Thank you, Benjamin Dorocke for helping film this video!
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Great comparison! I think not enough channels compare within trims and/or within generations and I think there's real value in that
100%
this is the exact info I was seeking!
Absolutely agree with this I’ve always want all 3 trim models or at least base mid tier and then the hugest trim all in one place to compare
Thank you and yeah i totally agree with your assessment, i purchased an S5 sportback, I would love an RS5 or RS7 but the cost / performance drove me to the S5 at the top trim Prestige. I am loving the car so far.
Valid comment
Everytime I see the reaction to someone going from 0-60 in the 3 second range or lower, I get excited😂 I love that reaction and I haven't even experienced it
From what i've seen, this is the only video on TH-cam that has compared all three model levels for the 5. Really great video!
Awesome comparison. Exactly the info I was looking for, thanks for this comparison. The trim comparison and your thoughts on the differences between them are great.
I don’t know how I got your video recommendation but I am glad I did. Really enjoyed the video. 👍
Very high quality video. Love the trim comparisons, certainly gets skipped a LOT by other channels. Keep it up.
I have a 2010 S5 and can appreciate this review and how your reactions are very candid. Great comparison! Personally I want to find the RS5 with the V8. Sounds and instant power are hard to beat.
The original RS5 with the V8 still has pure and non-artificial sound! 👌
I absolutely love the trim comparisons, this is what I’ve been searching for!!! Great video 😄👍🏾
Thank you, I've been wanting to make another for a long time but the stars really have to align with these production shortages!
The exact review video I was looking for, great job!
Great editing for this video!
Really love your review style and how well you organize things, flows really well! Also I LOVE the notes on the screen! Keep up the great work! 😃 subscribed ✅
I like it that they are not at every stop light like Mercedes or BMWs.
I had the S5 which is a great car, when i went to replace it, I had a go in the RS5 it gives you a smile, so I have now had an RS5 for year and still can not stop smiling, just so fast.
I just bought a 2021 RS5 and I can’t get enough!
How do you guys afford this shit 😂
@@devn3813 working hard and probably no kids
@@lukebennett4121 I work hard and don’t get paid shit
I own an RS5 as well and have to agree. I do not have kids, but work my ass off. If its something you want you can make it a goal in your life. But everyone's life is different.
I have very well optioned out 2021 S5 Sportback. I love it. Perfect blend of comfort and power. I don’t need more power than this for normal highway driving. I couldn’t bring myself to fork over the extra cash for the RS5. Just didn’t need it. I’m perfectly happy.
Still happy with the 2021 S5 SB??
@@V5869If you’re considering buying one, do it. I have a 2018 S5 SB I bought 1 year ago with 39k in exactly a year I’ve put 26k on it. Not a single issue, and I beat the shit out of it. It’s also tuned, the 3.0T is the best engine Audi has ever made. All I’ve done is oil changes every 5K and I’ve been golden. Highly recommend.
I bought an RS5 and never even drove the S5. Honestly, the debate was between RS3 and RS5, both of which I liked for different reasons. Was I too focused on the "R" and not the car itself? Probably. But I think the dealer was willing to give a better deal on the RS models compared to the S models because there is a significant gap there and the S is more "attainable" so to speak.
Very nice review. Thanks for sharing! I just bought a new 22' S5 coupe and I'm impressed with the car so far. A great compromise of performance, comfort, safety, tech. and styling. The overall build quality is excellent!
I had a 2009 S8 and decided to get rid of it. The 2021 S5 i ended up getting is honestly super badass. Its super quick and has an amazing stylish look. I highly recommend. Great video btw.
Great video - ive owned a 2014 rs5 for the last 4 years. I was thinking about swapping to the newer one but every time I floor the 4.2V8 and rev it out to 8250 I remind myself why I fell in love with.
I picked up the 2021 S5 Sportback Prestige last month for my wife and chose the Quantum grey color and it has every possible option for an additional 13 grand. She loves it and I’ve taken it out a couple of times and it performed well. Thanks for your comparison!
Thats awesome..such a nice car! Enjoy!
You’re in Indy and I live in the metro area, so I’m subscribing to support your channel. Also, I like your data focus, camera work and the splicing of your edits. Good work.
Thank you!
I have the 2011 S5 and I love it!! Great video. ♡
Press and hold traction control until it says ESC off. That enables AMAX shifting on the ZF8, that's how you properly launch.
awesome video! Really enjoyed this video since I'm in the market for an Audi S or A series. thank you.
While I watching the video and noticed everything looked very familiar. Then I realized that you’re from Bloomington too! Great video man! I would love to see more local content.
Of course, give me a honk if you see me running around!
Great comparison, liked and subscribed!
I just got this as rental. The car is a beast. Just plain crazy!
Awesome video man! Subscribed!
Thanks for the informative video. Well done!
Great car video. subscribed. or Consider new RS5 or used RS7? I went with used RS7!!
did the brakes make a grunting sound when braking to a stop on either the S or RS 5? I am experiencing this issue on the RS5.
I parted ways w/ my 996TT (manual) after 14 yrs of ownership. I opted for an S5 Sportback, it felt so different to the Porsche. I’m happy w/ my current A5 coupe, no regrets
Nice accurate informative video.
I have had my 2016 S5 for a year now and am still in love.
I looked at the A5 and decided to spend the 5 grand difference and have never regretted it.
I picked the S5 for a lot of the reasons you mentioned. All year round beautiful sports car with real power. I live in northeast and it is awesome in snow too.
How does it handle and does it feel like its a fwd or rwd more
Only half a second faster between the s5 and rs5 , I’d take the s5 tune it stage 1 and I have the same numbers
Which tuner were you looking at ? I was considering the Race Chip.
@@bayouboy8644 I'd only ever go with APR
@@codyhubert6178 Thx for the feed back, do you know if they have the motor insurance ? The race chip comes with 7,500 insurance if you were to damage your motor.
@@bayouboy8644 Sadly, I think the best you'll get is a warranty from whoever installed the tune.
I did a lot of research before getting mine, and allegedly it does not impact performance or longevity of the motor to any notable degree. I've had mine for about a year and easily recommend it.
Also, the power figures are probably the best you'll get. My car is a B8.5, and I got a 71 ft/lb increase, exactly as advertised.
@@codyhubert6178 Thank you, much appreciated , Love my S5, but would love the RS 5 motor. I will do some more home work.
I have a 2014 RS5 and absolutely love it
That's the one to get. The second to last year of the naturally aspirated V8. Take care of that gem.
Only 11k subs? U deserve more!
Very nice video ! You could have launched the RS5 a lot quicker if you waited for the BOOST 100% 👍🏻
OOoooOOOOOOOHHAAA Realstick calm down 3 cars in a row LOVE UR VIDEOS 🇧🇭💙
Had to cover all of the bases with this one, thank you!
Bro why are you so polite..!!!! GREAT REVIEW..!!!
Spot on. As an S5 owner, I totally agree with your opinion!
Keep up the good work, looking at getting a 2018 RS5 soon!
Thank you and congrats!
Totally enjoyed this review as I’m in the market for exactly one of these
Great video! Thank you for the clear overview!
New to your channel and I'm impressed! Really high quality content and very informative. Keep up the good work man. Looking forward to new vids👊👍👍
Thank you!
Always love your videos. Could you compare the two convertibles… the Mercedes E450 and the Audi S5…
If I can get ahold of a current gen E450 or c43, sure!
Nice comparison. BTW, it looks the video was filmed in Bloomington, IN? I bought mk6 gti from that dealership long time ago haha
Thanks, and yes, one of the Royal dealers usually gives me the cars for my videos!
I had a 2019 A4 and recently traded it in for a 2020 S4. IMO the S4 is overall such a better car is so many more ways than just performance. The black optic package is a must though.
What's better except performance?
@@paralelmindThe A4 feels like a normal luxury car. Where the S4 feels like something special. Its much louder, seats are nicer, the wheels are wider, the suspension feels more planted while driving on the roads. The S4 also overall looks better with the right package. My S4 has the black optic package with red seats and carbon fiber trim. Its a worlds of differences from my A4 interior. If the S4 was only faster I would not get it.
@@Mike-dd8bd i see. Thanks for replying!
I have an 2018 A4 and I am going to get a new s5 next month. I just think its about that time.
If you have an "A" car with the sports suspension, it's very close to the "S" cars in terms of handling, AND might exceed a comparable S car due to lower weight/better center of weight vs. the larger engine. I considered the S, but with a stage 1 tune, the A w/ sport suspension is in the same league in terms of the usable/daily power, and the MPGs still stay over 30 on the highway.
@realistick abit late to the video but watching it has made me very excited as ive just purchased the Audi RS5 with 2 remaps and a full custom performance exhaust pushing 600bhp and 800nm of torque!!! Wish me luck
LOVE this comparison......I have the A5 (45) w/sports package, ascari blue package, after a solid bargain for 40k (2019 model)! No Regrets. The car itself should have come equipped with All Weather Tyres instead of Summer ones; the only ding! Agreed that RS5 is a different animal!!
I thought the S5 was supercharged, not turbocharged as stated in the video. Thanks for this comparo within the model range. Very useful!
It used to be for the previous generation! Audi has phased out the supercharged 3.0L.
great vid dude, im looking at an S5 prestige, this test was insightful.
Looking at A5 45 for my daily, plenty of pep for me coming from a 6k lb Lexus GX amd great mpg. Great review 👍
Great video and personally I'd take the RS5 for sure
Could you provide more info about the maintenance of the RS5? Thanks!
Thanks for helping me decide on the S5 prestige…!
Great video
I love my RS5
Subbed , good review
Good review. I considered the S5 and the RS5 and bought the S5.. its a real GT, super fast and plenty powerful enough on public roads plus it has excellent, compliant suspension.
Did you consider other grand tourer such as E53 amg coupe, LC500, M440I coupe?
Great video!
Got a 2018 S5 and gotta say I love it. Enough power to be fun and keep up with most sporty cars. Granted your not gonna beat the cars with more HP (Mustang GT, Camaro SS, Porche, etc) but its still a ton of fun. Best way I can sum it up would be you feel like a shark and not a fish in the ocean, just remember there are alot of other bigger badder sharks out there.
Hi mate, nice review. I own the S5, and just for your info to fully turn off the traction control you have to press & hold the button for about 10 seconds. If you press it quickly it is still on in the background. 👍
Thank you, and yes, I've learned that, I don't think it effected the numbers much on the S5 or RS5 this time but my next audi video I will definitely give that a shot too!
Epic video, what are using to test your 0 to 60 times?
Thank you and Dragy! It's a little device that uses data from 1000s of satellites along with built-in accelerometers to pinpoint speed and stuff.
What mpg do you get from the s5? I think mine is extremely low and didn’t even drive very aggressively. My city is about 16 to 20 and Highway is about 26 to 28.
My model is a 2019 one
Does the A5 45 has the Sport differential option or the Ultra one ?
I've owned an A5 (2010) and I currently own an 2018 S5. I call my S5 the "race car". It is FAAAAAAST and a great car overall. Never even considered a BMW or Mercedes. The 2018 S5 is all about comfort AND speed. 2018 S5 -highly recommended.
Honestly considered the upgrade from my current S3 to an S5, and then just add a software upgrade, along with a downpipe, and a cold air intake, and boom, you have the HP of the RS... Along with a huge savings, and the ride would never be quite as rough. Just a thought. Good vid!
And no warranty! If you have the money for all those upgrades, why not just spend the money to get the RS5?
@@PeriodicaIs Buy expensive parts, pay a mechanic to install them? Doesn’t sound much cheaper.
You will still save a ton of money upgrading the S5
@@northernninety7 you quite literally save thousands of dollars even after doing extensive work/tunes. You can also literlwlt just get a 800$ stage 1 tune and have 440 horsepower in the S5. Switch it to stock when at dealer if still under warranty and ur good to go bud ;)
I went this route and kept going to stage 2. It ruined the car. The cats, engine mounts, cooling system just isn't designed to make more power. So you start making more power and things start to break. The tuners don't tell you that, and fixing some of those is a royal pain and is very expensive. If you go to Audi to replace the cats, they pull the engine. If you go to Audi for the engine mounts, they pull the engine. At least the cooling upgrades aren't that bad. If you do have a lift or a mechanic that knows Audis very well, then it isn't terrible. Otherwise you will easily spend more money than the RS in a few years.
What is the difference between the number you keep quoting (0-60 1ft) and the 0-60 MPH read out on the draggy?
That is called 1ft rollout, it's the industry standard for measuring 0-60, here is a full article on it!
www.caranddriver.com/features/a30085446/acceleration-testing-procedure-change-rollout/
Cool video buddy! You could get even more of a violent launch if you let the boost build a little longer on launch.
Great content. I concur with you on the S5. I’m on my second S5 Sportback with no regrets.
Which trim do you have with your S5? I'm looking into one
@@kevinz305 Prestige. I pretty much have a fully loaded spec. Good luck on your search.
@@store1720 if you don’t mind me asking, how much did you get yours for (MSRP & out the door price) and in what state?
@@kevinz305 Honestly, I cannot say the out the door price. However, MSRP was under 71k. I have purchased 5 Audis in the past 2.5 years and this being my second S5 Sportback. My dealership in Iowa has been good to me let alone they have great service. Good luck.
@@kevinz305 if you shouldn't have bought one yet, I just got a 2017 S5 maximum equip and 7k miles for 42k €. The deal of my life haha, just crazy. Only so u know what's possible, the car has no scratch, just as if it'd be brand-new.
I have a 2023 RS5 Vorsprung coupe...I test drove the M4 which is dynamically a better car, quicker with much more steering feel but I chose the RS5 because I drive on UK roads & don't live next to the Nurburgring. It looks amazing & the RS badge just has that extra gravitas over the M cars. As a daily, it is absolutely fantastic. No regrets whatsoever
@ph8077 can you give a bit more information on the differences of RS5 coupe and M4 ? I'm in the market for a luxury coupe....I'm in the states with mixed roads, older but still want some performance.....love the stance of RS5 and won't track any of them ....E53 amg coupe is also a thought 😊
Did you disengage the auto-hold function on the A5? That's a requirement for engaging sports mode (at least on my Australian model).
I did not, to my knowledge, our models don't require that. I drove an a7 recently and I think I want to revisit this the a5 at some point because the a7 was super quick. I also didn't have to disengage any auto hold feature in that one
i bought a 2018 S5 Prestige. i love the car. the RS 5 wasn't out yet when i bought the car. I'm very happy with it.
How is readability record from last 3 years? I keep hearing here and there that AUDI is worst from German brands when it comes to reliability.
@@sunshadow9704 aside from some computer issues and an annoying rattle (early manufacture) i like the S5 a lot.
@@tomschnabel6146 Hmmm. You are proving the words on the street. Rattles on 67K car? Even cheap junk like Honda doesnt rattle. This is odd. But Thank you for honest reply.
Was computer issue covered by the warranty? Would you keep your S5 past 4 years when the warranty expires?
@@sunshadow9704 just got a 5 years ext. warranty. i bought the car after my 2009 Porsche 997 C2S was totaled by a texting teenager. I wanted to get another Porsche but couldn't find any manual shift cars comparable to the one i lost. I have come to love the S5 for the ride quality (LA still has bad streets), the superb ZF 8-speed tranny, and the luxury interior which comes with the "prestige" level. The car is fast and smooth and looks great. also less common than Porsches esp. in LA.
Pulling a 3.5 makes me very excited to pick up my 21 rs5 on Friday. Great video!
congrats bro!
Great Video. Did you put the shifter into S (sport mode) for all of them? I did not see you mention it anywhere.
Thank you, as for s mode...If you put in dynamic mode, which I did and reiterated in the video, it automatically puts it in S for the transmission. 1:57 2:25 4:58 etc.
@@Realistick that's interesting because in my 2005 Audi A8 dynamic mode is only for the suspension, you have to put the shifter into S and then it holds shifts
That one is 15 years old, all of the new ones I have encountered put it in s mode and you have to move the shifter back if you don't want it to be in s mode while in dynamic, you can look it up if you don't trust me but I sold new audis and have made many videos on them, this is the case for all a5, s5, rs5 models.
@@Realistick I'm not saying I don't believe you, just stating how it's different
At 8:27 you see „D“ as the transmission mode for the RS.. still hella fast 😅
This Design is one of the best in segment , Audi. 👏🏻
Great video with solid points. As the owner of an RS5, if you have the extra cash, get it!
Great video sir. Thank you
Plus, you can tune the S5 to make a beast in itself. However, the RS5 is so sexy with the flared fenders...
Nice comparison. Where are you located? I’m just curious of the elevation/altitude.
My actual elevation is about 800 ft above sea level but the density altitude, etc. are included in the Dragy screenshots if you want more info!
@@Realistick nice and thank you. I’m in Utah where we are are like 4300-5000 ft in elevation. So the DA always sucks here. Lol. Cars typically runs half a second slower here from sea level
I've owned a 2018 rs5 and a 2023 s5. I have a good friend with an a5. I completely agree with your assessment. I loved my rs5 don't get me wrong. But for the money, the S5 is a great compromise in price vs performance. Both are very fun cars. Good video! And absolutely agree, the rs5 sounds wayyy better. My only real complaint with my s5 is how gutless it sounds.
One cost you forgot about. Speeding tickets! I've already received a couple with the A5 I purchased 6 months ago. My son has an S4 w/ the supercharged 3.0. He knows what I am talking about. Neither of them allow you to just putt along. And the A's 2.0T still has plenty enough to get you in trouble regularly.
Lucky that I m living in Germany😎
@@MarcelB787 Here in the US we have a similar situation. We can go whatever speed we like. But you might run across those independant speedometer verification testors that willingly share their measured results for a charge. Just wish it was voluntary.
Excellent video and thank you for detailing the 0-60 comparison
5:32 🤣Immediately subbed and thanks for this video! Just got a call that my Challenger was totaled after getting rear ended, so I'll be looking to grab an S5 as soon as I can!
no launch mode on the s5? my girl has a 2013 and launch mode is awesome
Almost pulled the trigger on a 2024 RS5, traded my TTRS for an S5. Saved 30k. I’ll just get the car tuned?
I own a 2019 RS5 Sportback and I absolutely love it.... such a fun ride and stunning looking car. You will get people complimenting you all the time. Great car to pick up women too👌. If you can afford it get the RS5, I recommend it.
Does it look way wider than s5?
Does the s5 lease well?
Can you do the same thing with the 7 series
S5 sportback with a tune = chef's kiss
That testing tool you use is accurate. Same time Car and Driver did.
Great Vid, plenty pros & cons for the S5 & RS5. For me S5 and the money one does save, get a upgrade tune and you are on the back of the RS5
Until I tune my RS5 😈
on the rs5 u didnt push the gear selector down once meaning u didnt put the transmission on the sport setting or S and watching the launches I saw u had it on normal drive or D.
Great video. Thanks! Been looking for this for days
Did you launch thr rs5 in D instead of S? 😅
I drive an A5, I'm looking to upgrade to an S5. As I'm not planning to rob a bank anytime soon, the utterly hooligan RS5 is probably not going to figure in my choices. I also have a wife who probably wouldn't appreciate her spine being jarred out of place every time I drove over a matchstick!
I don't know if it's different for the 2021 model year, but I have an A4 (2018) and it holds the revs at around 3,000 for launch control. The A5 seemed like it short shifted 1st to 2nd in this case. I've consistently timed 0-60's in the A4 around 4.9-5.1 seconds.
I just got my 2018 a4 a couple weeks ago
I'm currently shopping for a S5 Sportback with the rear diff
I just bought a 2019 a5 premium plus coupe and love it so far. Coming from a 2008 cayenne it is much smaller and quicker
i think when you launch the s5 and rs5 you should hold the gas longer to build the boost for better launch i suppose
how do you exactly "launch control" these? Speaking specifically about the A45 thx
Dynamic mode, hold TC off button for like 5 seconds and you should be good to go, I demonstrate it in my A7 vs S7 vs A8 4.0t video!
@@Realistick You also have to turn off the start/stop functionality.
@@Cohiba100 Hmm, I didn't have to do that with the A7, S7, or A8 though ( I got the "launch program activated" sign too). Did they change something between the models? Where did you hear that?
Owned a a4 as my first car, upgraded few years later to a brand new manual 2015 s4. Huge difference & was a bad ass car in manual. I am now finalizing a purchase for a 2019 RS5 20,000miles ($53,500)