2015 Audi S5 / A5 DETAILED Review - In 4K!

Audi's S5 is not as dynamic as the BMW 435i and not as good a deal as the ATS Coupe, but if my money were on the line I'd be very tempted.
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[@knightmarel]

It's almost 2021 and this is still the Audi I want to own

[@kashmarc2547]

2024 fam

[@altrimosmani4612]

2024 and buying one in the upcoming months🎉

[@collinstevens3672]

2024 and i bought one. if you haven't gotten a b8.5 s5 already then trust me, you need to. i got mine for 18k usd with 66k miles. they're a massive bargain now

[@shaneobrien5214]

@@kashmarc2547 That post is three years old

[@jaybird9065]

One of the most comprehensive car reviews ever, well done!

[@AngelInTheDesert]

I've probably watched over 100 videos on the S5 and the 435 and yours was the first to answer all my questions. Excellent and detailed review.

[@plpp1246]

I did not expect u to get in the trunk lol ..thanks for the review on this beautiful car

[@jasonmark6639]

PLP P 😂😂😂😂 i cracked up

[@SpeakLikeBatman]

i lost my shit when the next scene was him professionally talking in the trunk.

[@BryceLovesTech]

Thanks for another wonderful detailed review, please never stop these wonderful videos.

[@Antenox]

10:15 I can see that Alex is all about that bass, 'bout that bass, 'bout that bass

[@savan28]

Amazing review Alex. I have seen thousands reviews on Autos and have subscribed to lot of Auto channels but you are pretty much perfect. Enjoyed watching.

[@angelovida284]

Great review! This is the best review I have seen on KZbin for the Audi S5. I finally made up my mind for my next car-thank you!

[@Mark_Milewski]

Alex does best car reviews ever.

[@rahmatiTV]

You have by far one of the best review layouts, book marks, and rating

[@michaelnadle310]

This is the best review of anything I’ve ever seen! Holy details Batman! Thank you!

[@braxtonec]

Excellent format for a review. Very thorough and well organized. Thank you.

[@texasyank48]

Best reviewer on You Tube, by far.

[@Alberto-qf7zh]

I have not watched many of your reviews but to me, you Sir, are the best reviewer i've ever come across on youtube. Very informative, detailed, consistent. Good video & audio quality, for me at least... You've just earned yourself a thumbs up and a subscriber.

[@Meech320]

Great Review. Always straight to the point yet in great detail.

[@kto4900]

Excellent review! The only one that bothers to explain the architecture of the car and how it relates to handling, rather than other reviews who just say the car is fast, quick, fun etc. without any context.

[@filipinomerino96]

Great review. Appreciate the honesty and real world review.

[@tudorsor91]

very good description man: technically and clear! Nice job!

[@AlecZopf]

Fantastic review - such detail, balance, thoughtful comments and comparison. Very useful to me as a consumer considering his options. Keep up the good work!

[@tomconway6780]

most detailed reviews. Thanks

[@Scorpio1075]

I agree, but Chris Harris is the man when it comes to reviewing how a car drives! Pair up Alex and Chris and you have car review utopia! :)

[@reynoldcooper177]

Alex you are the best detailed car reviewer I have ever heard keep up the good work fantastic job I have an a4 S line I am looking to trade up to a S5 thanks for all the details👍🏾

[@jasonrbodie]

This guy is a champ! Great reviews!

[@hellosmes9079]

excellent review Alex!

[@ironmanbox]

Well done. I hope you are being rewarded for your efforts.

[@jasonedenilson]

very very formal and uniform review although the trunk comfort segment made me laugh a bit due to how serious the video was throughout, but that bit was very funny! subscribed.

[@sdgreeni]

Hey Alex, I really like the way you do you car reviews. Could you review the 2016 Nissan Maxima? Please keep up to goo work. Thanks!

[@veteq101]

I am planning on buying a S5 in the next couple of weeks. This review was extremely helpful.

[@Zondu]

+veteq101 I bought one myself earlier this summer, it's a wonderful car. It's under rated in horsepower as well.

[@veteq101]

Loup Garou That is what I keep reading about it, Audi under rated the HP.

[@Zondu]

yeah, it's definitely more like 333 to the wheels, at the least. Driving this back and forth from a new camaro, or mustang for example, and it feels faster even.

[@TheOrginalMiners]

Why no rs5?

[@veteq101]

No, S5 is a great car; really enjoying it. I don't want to deal with the chain tensioner issues and associated repair costs.

[@itsRoguetv]

perfect review, thank you.

[@theeangelman]

I have a A5 which I really like and the S5 is on the horizon for me.

[@19DMJ08]

Great explanations, wonderfully done. I liked the video after the explanation about the gearbox case and wanted to like it again later; however we can only like it once!

[@jkimbal1]

DMJSMIT I agree,! A lot of work went into that computer explanation, great job.

[@theilleagle73]

Damn! Great review video!! You know more than I do about the S5... And I've owned my S5 4.2L V8 (B8) for years!!

[@SS-L.O.T.O.]

Was thinking about buying one , you have any advice as far as problems with the car , I've heard they aren't that reliable.

[@tomconway6780]

Great review. Thanks

[@nksenthilkumar]

Great review!

[@flymetothem00n96]

Great review Alex! I've been waiting for this since I saw the preview pic over on your Facebook page. Those "cardholders" on the center console work pretty well for coins although maybe not as useful the US since there's nothing greater than a quarter there. In your opinion, what is your favorite amongst the German trio's boosted 3L automatic power trains? ie, this one with 7spd-DCT, BMW's 3L I6 with 8spd-auto, or Merc's new 3L V6 with 7spd-auto

[@timwillis2629]

Hi Alex. Great detailed review. Have you done a review on the Mercedes E350 Coupe 2009-2013?

[@Di3goMatt]

Great vids Alex! Really enjoy them. Are you going to be doing a review on the 2016 Mazda 6 by chance any time soon?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Ok I hope so!

[@93455Driver]

ATS-V would be well worth a look now that CUE apparently is being upgraded (hardware mainly). Looks wise the more rounded round Caddie design are better than past creased lines, but still polarizing for many.

[@NauticaloneEd]

I like the more conservative styling of Audi. And the quality is outstanding!

[@mpc007]

I love the A5. New, its pretty expensive here in Europe. But price falls quickly, so its possibly to pick up a great ten year old S5 with the V8 (not the V6T which it has now) for 15k in euros. Thats cheaper than a new Volkswagen Golf in basic trim. Would be a no-brainer for me. I do have my license for a few years, and as soon as i get a job next year I definitely want an A5 once.

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

Ive always loved the shape of the a5. The new mercedes coupe is also very stunning.

[@ddaripalli8434]

Audi pipes sound from the engine through the speakers aswell. I have a 2015 S5 and was told this and also heard it for myslef. If you put the DriveSelect into comfort and then to dynamic, outside there is no difference but inside the car you can hear the noise change, and can hear it come from the speakers.

[@moealfaily1662]

Awesome review. It's kind of funny you mention you had a V70R at one point. I currently own a 2013 S5 and my last car - that I had for years - was an 07.5 S60R. I guess great minds think alike haha

[@marcd695]

Cars a pure stunner. One can dream rite?

[@BigBoss-ps6vk]

Good looking interior

[@MrSando75]

15:04 drop it back a gear to give it some revs, to explain how good the exhaust note is. 15:13 you can see the fear in his eyes as a cop rolls past in the opposite direction. Maybe it wasn't a cop because he definitely was going over the speed limit:) Great review, very in depth.

[@luc7976]

A4 and A5 soon after that is being fully redesigned end of this year. Styling may not change much but tech will. So I'd wait if you can for another year.

[@shadowhadz6781]

I have the 3.2 V6 QUATTRO Manual 2008/9. Bulletproof! Smile every time I hit the gas peddle.

[@changounchained2648]

Alex, I wish you had a chance to drive a model with dynamic suspension and SPORTS Diff. :-/ Keep up the good work!

[@marcfuhrman3564]

Excellent review Alex, as always. If I was in the market for a luxury sport coupe, the S5 would be at the top of the list. I prefer it's handsome, understated looks to the flashier competition. But there is one little issue I have with it. Why does the badging say 3.0T when it's a supercharged engine?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Marc Fuhrman It's Audi-speak for forced induction of any type.

[@TheGaang]

I have one 3.0t means 3 litre twin (I know I’m far too late lol)

[@BentzensEmporium]

I own the 3.0 V6 TDi I'm this midnight blue on 20imch wheels. Average 47 mpg and its awesome.

[@ZobedRevolution]

Hello, would you be able to test the 2015/2016 Subaru Impreza WRX (or WRX STi) I believe its a bargain for price to performance and I love your style for reviews. :)

[@teamsalvation]

Oh Alex, I envy you...a colleague of mine owns an S5 and it's definitely a great car......

[@123limelight]

great cars

[@leonemesis87]

What about the older version 4.2 V8 354hp (aspirated I guess, or supercharged? ) What's your opinion about those?

[@bobSmith-tu2fs]

Hi Alex, I was wondering if it would be possible to review the Mercedes Gl350/450 or Infiniti QX80 as I am looking into these cars and really like your reviewing style. Cheers, Bob

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

bob Smith I'll see what I can do

[@jacobmeza91]

This has a wonderful 7 speed Dual clutch

[@Redman50]

Great video. Are you going to do a review on the new Ford Edge?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Redman g You're in luck! I have one now, follow along on facebook.

[@michaeltlays1293]

Im 6’3 and I fit just fine in my 2014 S5 😎

[@imarioiv]

Looking to buy a A5 Premium Plus, upgrading from a VW Jetta.

[@peterkaniuk8909]

Love mine

[@CVESVR707]

I plan on upgrading from my g37. 💓

[@automotivetv9861]

I'm planning to get the g37 😂

[@ChadMoran]

You said it had the ZF 8-speed. Pretty sure the S5 has the DSG 7-speed.

[@joelbielecki3501]

Why dont automakers like giving the US amber turn signals in the taillights?

[@trinhk]

Alex, can you please review the 2016 A5? is there a big difference between the 2015 vs 2016? Thanks! Love your reviews.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+trinhk There are essentially no changes for 2016, the A5/S5 will be redesigned for 2017

[@trinhk]

+Alex on Autos Thanks Alex. Hmm, I was thinking of the 2016 A5 but if there's a complete redesign for 2017 then I might need to wait for another year. Was debating between this and the Lexus RC. I find the RC is too flashy for me even though I do like Lexus.

[@00Dusty]

The only difference between Audi and bmw is the drivers skill both are sick cars

[@ArjayMartin]

re back seat head room, how tall are you?

[@LanceZ99]

waiting for 'stang GT review

[@RaduBogdan2k]

@Alex This generation of S5 has the 7 speed dual clutch S-Tronic, not the ZF 8 speed.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+Radu Bogdan The ZF 8 speed was covered because we also spoke about the A5 which uses the 8-speed auto.

[@RaduBogdan2k]

+Alex on Autos Ok, that makes sense. It was just a liitle confusing at 2:15 as you're standing next to the S5 and you say something along the lines of "this uses the same ZF 8 speed as BMW" :)

[@flobalt]

Alex, how would the s5 compare to bmw's 435i xdrive? I live in an area where 4wd is necessary.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

flobalt PersonallY I prefer the better balance and poise of the 435xi.

[@drunkdriver]

What if I need to fit more than one body in the trunk?

[@owendodd5687]

16:25 What are the odds that 7 years later I’m looking at buying a similar S5 to replace my 6 speed Volvo V70 R 🤯

[@andreyv1]

how reliable is this car?

[@mountainhobo]

Alex, outside of styling (matter of taste), are there any mechanical advantages to coupe over sedan? Body rigidity? Anything?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

mountainhobo Not really. In reality for most modern sedan/coupe comparisons the sedan is lighter due to the way they designed the vehicles. Sometimes there's a weight balance benefit, but that;s also not much anymore.

[@GrandHuevotes]

Inherently sedans are more rigid than coupes but in certain vehicles they can tune them to where the coupes are more rigid. as an example the BMW e46 sedan is more rigid than the BMW e46 coupe by a substantial amount but for the new BMW 3 and 4, the 4 is more rigid due to chassis tuning (additional underbody reinforcements)

[@SS-L.O.T.O.]

This car reminds me looks wise of my 99 solara that I had years ago. Why Toyota started to make it look like a bubble after that is beyond me and that's probably why people stopped buying them. That car had the same body as the sc 400 just different bumpers and obviously better interior and motor wise was like the sc 300. If you put these cars in a side by side comparison just going off of looks they look a lot alike. Years ago I put 18 inche wheels on mine with 9.5 inche tires so it sat like a BMW or audi of today , I actually loved that car with everything I did to it while keeping it simple it looked a lot like a way nicer car than a Toyota.

[@DeyRonUSA]

435 has a cheaper price, you are correct however the 435 has never beat a S5 in any instrumented handling or straightline speed test between the cars. Motor Trend and Car and Driver have 2 recent ones you can review. Also, the RS5, beat the M4's time (although the driver complained about understeer), in the last apples to apples lightning lap, in which they competed. To each it's own, good review, but I would take the performance "facts" with a grain of salt...

[@Zondu]

+DeyRonUSA So true, everyone who really drives and tests the S5 has said it was rated to be underpowered.

[@JackRR15]

Plus the 435i or e92 335i are so not sporty inside. S5 looks so better inside

[@tylerevans2261]

was not expecting him to get in the trunk. LMAO

[@joebro391]

"one sausage in different links"! :D

[@GeekTherapyRadio]

Owned my 2010 S5 (V8, 6MT) since 2013. I have absolutely zero intention of parting with it before it becomes too costly to maintain. It's been almost flawless for 100,000 miles so far. Knock on wood. But yeah, the rear seats are for insurance purposes. I'm quite surprised to see a 8/10 for the rear seats. Then again, I'm 6'1" and all of my friends are over 6 feet. Back seats in the S5 are fine for a short jaunt, but I wouldn't want to be back there for more than 15 minutes. Then again, I keep the rear right passenger seat clear for occupants. 3 adults in comfort is doable as long as the rear passenger is on the right side too fight for equilibrium with the front passenger seat. "Scoot your seat up!" The problem isn't leg room necessarily, it's the sloping roof line. It looks great, but tall people will bend their necks in the back seat. But I didn't buy it to be a school bus. Just my wife in the passenger seat and 354HP in front of us. "Floor it babe." Yes dear. (My 2010 also has a 200MPH speedo...which is just nice to look at at least, since the gub-nuh kicks in at 155MPH....or so I've read......yes......read..........)

[@adrianortiz4224]

Does anyone have this model S5? Any major problems or warnings if I am planning to purchase?

[@MrSando75]

Would love to know this too, about to purchase a 2015 or 2016 model. I've heard you should get the transmission inspected if you are getting the automatic version...But that's all I have read about so far.

[@VovingCar]

Cool :)

[@nd318865]

A question re all "newer" offerings from (most) all manufacturers... Why so much emphasis on the multitude of "additional features" both safety and luxury, (larger displays, lane, distance monitoring etc) in new cars across the board in essence, when simply using a hand held cell phone is illegal. There is an inconsistency here I find startling. Is it just "marketing" or does anyone actually use this stuff?

[@amanwithaplan4103]

My dad's friend had a S5, and after a year or two got an A7. My uncle had a S8 and then traded it in for an A7. After riding in a A7 TDI and 3.0T, I understood why they picked the A7.

[@ivanlowjones]

This is a good looking car. A great summer road trip vehicle if you have $70 grand beneath your mattress.

[@moneybabyg]

Right Right

[@rhgv19]

Does a baby car seat fit in the backseat?

[@zam6965]

Man its R1 141 000 in South Africa...I guess I wont own one any soon.

[@theapocilip]

A parking ticket holder?? How lovely.

[@vgorous]

Does this have Bluetooth music streaming?

[@RonsmooveTI]

Yes 2013-2016 B8.5 facelift A4/A5 you need navigation package

[@peteskeet9443]

Holders of parking tickets lol

[@hyperlogos]

Seems like if you want AWD you should get the Audi, if not, get the BMW. I think AWD is great, so I know what I'd pick

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Martin Espinoza Well, BMW does offer AWD on the 435i as well.

[@godman1979]

Is the 435i an appropriate comparison to the S5 given the S is Audi's "sport" model, and the 435i is the non sport model? Wouldn't the S5 match up against the M4? Thanks.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

The M4 corresponds to the RS5, the S5 to the 435i and the A5 to the 428i

[@godman1979]

Alex on Autos I guess so. I just read that "Audi conveniently or awkwardly placed the S5 right in between competitive offerings in terms of performance and price."

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

godman1979 I suppose, if you want to look at it that way. The oddity is mainly that Audi calls it the S5 rather than just having an A5 2.0T and an A5 3.0T. The BMW parallel is the best because Mercedes and Lexus don't really have a three-prong strategy against the A5/S5/RS5. Lexus just has the RC 350 which is a little faster than thr A5 and the RC-F which is a little slower than the RS5. Mercedes has the C-Class and the E-Class coupes which don't really translate all that well to the A5/S5/RS5 either.

[@godman1979]

Alex on Autos I see your point. I really appreciate you responding to me. Your reviews are the best! Not only are they the best on KZbin, they're the best of any I've seen on TV.

[@jl8628]

I wish mine was a manual.

[@chandlerchen6864]

Starting to think this is a "Audi S5 vs. BMW 4 series"

[@thomasooi3248]

everything is perfect....only no USB ????

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

1st comment alex :)

[@Rob_Boi]

You forgot about one competitor...... Acura TLX

[@bignigeful]

Dr octopus reviews cars

[@swishpronoob]

Jack in the box ;)

[@GrandHuevotes]

Alex I'm pretty sure Audi uses supercharger because it hasn't yet produced/released a turbocharged 6 which competes with the rest. that's all it comes down to. these supercharged engines from Audi are old and recycled. producing a turbocharged engine takes quite a bit of time and resources and doesn't happen overnight. same deal with Toyota and Honda and that's why they're lagging behind so much when it comes to turbo engines. as a result Audi Toyota and Honda competition can't really compete with the rest of the world in terms of power and fuel economy.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Ve g There's also a preference for superchargers, Jaguar does the same thing. R&D expense factors into it as well of course, but Volkswagen/Audi does seem to have a thing for superchargers.

[@Toyota4Life]

Ve g Toyota can compete with the world. No problem. Power : LFA engine . RCF Engine. Fuel economy : Pruis ( next gen pruis is right around the corner ) Toyota is leading the Hybrid game

[@nd318865]

Alex on Autos Audi has used turbos on V6 engines for decades, (as well as fours and V8s). Right now I suspect the instantaneous response of the supercharger is the ticket. Next iteration, who knows. NOS?

[@upload9595]

Ve g How about 2.7 Bi-turbo ? Awesome engine... Toyota4Life About that prius.... I can get better economy out of my 20+ years old TDI engine...and more performance at same time... what a cutting edge technology they use...in that prius... (FACEPALM)

[@rahmatiTV]

+Toyota4Life Congrads go share it on a toyota page

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[@peteq1972]

The new bonnet / hood, (uk) around the grill looks like a smokers lips all creased sucking on a cig. Prefer the older style