2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet Review - Topless Turbo Fun

2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet. You might also be interested int he Mercedes-Benz E400 Coupe and 2020 BMW M4 Cabriolet. The 2020 Audi RS5 was even crazier so check out that review as well!
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[@harrismi7]

I like everything about this car.

[@f-22raptor25]

harrismi7 just the soft top. Only reason I like the 430i more

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harrismi7 except the price I guess :/

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Agreed!!

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The farts when shifting too? Lol

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What do you think about the Audi S5 Cabriolet? What other Audi's do you want us to review? *Correction* the 360 camera can be visible with the reverse camera. It’s in the sub menu options when in reverse camera mode. Also thanks to our early video access Patreon supporters Michael H, Sean R, Oliver U, Arthur E, David C, Israel C, Madison K, Luke M, De Kun L, James M, Paul B, Julian M, Graeme P, Ethan L, Charles E, Pavo B, LeaseCosts Canada, Stephen Y, Edgarson R, Ryan J, Curtis K, Kevin D, Robert P, Tony B, Ben M, Allen G, Andrew R, Nick L, Joe, Waleed M, Hyogo M, Omar, J, Paul B, Matt W, Bill B, Kelvin K, Carlos L, James C, Forrest W, Carlos S, Kevin S, Jeremy S, Brad M, Eli G, Jayanth N, 10ShapedFist, Phuong N, Santhosh B, Peter S, MK, Andy B, Casey A, Rob J, Romain B, Andrew L, Jayjay S, Emil, Christopher K, Alex S, Artur N, Alexander M, Edward A, Carlin M, Haley W, Pablo O, Kevin J, Jim G, Kirk H, Emile H, Brylon E, Quinn M, Matt P, Johnson L, Glenn K, James S, Rohit S, Grant H, Jim W, Henry K, Sean F, Kim H, Joel P, larusso, Dallon H, Nealon Y, Eric P, Giliar D, Vipirius, Matthew G! Check out the cool rewards at www.patreon.com/thestraightpipes

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RS6 Avant!

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Finally an AUDI!! Loved the car and great video.

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You guys are my favourite car channel. Love the reviews, they are thorough, interesting and fun - great job!! I think the current S5 is a handsome car. Like a lot of Audi products they don’t excite me massively BUT you know it will be a beautifully designed and built car.

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Just when I was about to buy an S5, I saw my favorite car reviewer reviewed this car. First long waited Audi review, nicely done guys.

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[@jimg4644]

I had the 2018 A5 after three B8 A5s. I never really loved the car like my others. I traded it for an S5. LOVE IT!!! The electronics have quirks that I hope they reprogram. It rides great. Runs great. Love the looks! Mine is Tango Red. I found a website to get rid of those horrible rear head restraints for lower profile ones. Much better.

[@honsolo8906]

Thanks for your awesome reviews guys. I test drove this last year, this car does everything so well. Thanks for confirming my thoughts! (This is a GT Jakub, and a very brilliant one ;))

[@alextsitos7508]

This review made me buy an 18’ S5 drop top black on black. Currently sitting in it watching this

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[@Mike-A-M]

Great review. I have the 2018 S4 which is pretty much the sedan version of the S5. All the things you highlighted are things I enjoy as well. A couple other details you didn't cover: The heads-up display is great. Crisp with great info when navigating. Navigation in full info setting is very good. I usually stick with Google Maps when I'm traveling, but I love the way this car gives you ample warning of which lanes you should be in well in advance of needing to be there. Interior lighting at night. 20+ colors to choose from with recessed lights all over the cabin. Safety tech! The car will warn you you're about to open your door into traffic. Active braking will caution you and even take over if you get into a bad spot. All said, Audi makes a great car.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Awesome! We also didn't tell you the size of the gas tank, the width of the tie rod ends, the types of metal used in the wiring harnesses. What did we even say? 😂

[@Mike-A-M]

I think you're kidding here so I'll kid back: God forbid you talk about something like safety or usability of navigation when you need to cover important things like visors and cup holders. Seriously though, my additions aren't meant to point out shortcomings of the review. I'm merely excited about the car and want others to know about some other great features.

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Definitely kidding. Just pointing out that we can't always talk about everything because the videos will be very long and boring. We change it up from car to car as well

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Mike Monocello nice to know that you enjoy yours ! Whats your fuel consumption like (mpg?)?? I’m thinking s4 or a4 with 3.0L diesel 289 bhp .. what do you think ??

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I can get 30mpg highway driving conservative

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[@craiglaw7]

I have a 2018 S5 Sportback and it does pass the visor test!

[@meyecul8835]

Great review as always! One thing not mentioned but easily missed if your first current gen Audi.....The top of the large mmi selection knob is also a touch pad for hand writing recognition etc. and works well.

[@nightrift97]

Great vid as always guys. Having had a 2018 A5, one thing I will say in regards to the backup camera is that you can, in fact, use the 360 camera while using the reverse camera. All you have to do is click the right side tab while on the radar screen and you can then from there select the 360 camera.

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Can confirm the failed visor test is a cabriolet thing. Bought a 2019 S5 Sportback and it passes! I love this channel nice job guys!

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Strong and detailed review, excellent. Camerawork and especially sound are amazing again. How do you get rid of all the wind noise??? The exterior shots while driving are my favorites and how you were able to capture that sunlight just right to illustrate the sideline of this cool car. Also the precise sharpness of the shot of the paddels really impressed me. Funny how Yuri tries to hide in the car to operate the top. Your are not that small, I can still see you :) I am always on the lookout for a shot with Yuri in a cool shirt and cap and you delivered. Nice to mention the trip computer reset button from the Volvo S90 review and how you managed to sneak a watch into a shot.

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😜 just make it black

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Loved your video of the S5, keep up the great work! My friend has the S5 coupe in white with red leather. The massage seats I loved :)

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I own a 2018 s5 for almost half a year now, I absolutely love it and it worths every penny

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great job! informative and entertaining.

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Wow, I’ve been leaning towards a 4 series for a long time but this car is definitely amazing

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your cupholder test is awesome. Incredible that the guys at Audi didnt take a day off and just hang out in one of their concept interiors with a cup of coffee.

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Yes, I want to see that RS3 review! I'm considering that as my next car as an upgrade from my VW GTI.

[@ARKnapp1970]

Great review (as always). Love the Audi S5 conv and I can't wait for the new RS5 conv to come out. I have a new Audi S6 last year for a whopping 3 months, but I live in Houston and it was totaled when we flooded :( SAD DAY!

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[@clairekennedy8767]

Such a beautiful well executed convertible! Thanks for the review boys!

[@ubayyd]

Here's to hoping for a future Audi RS snow video!

[@Subtle_Shift_In_Emphasis]

Cabriolets always look awkward to me, especially with the top up. Two seat convertibles are more stylish. My humble opinion only of course. Keep up the enjoyable reviews though.Thanks!

[@raulrolon7]

If I owned that car the top would only be up when it rains.

[@AerOR2]

I love everything about this car from interior to turbo spool

[@Aznreddragon0409]

Thank you for doing this review! I wish there were more cabriolet on the market most aren't affordable at all including this one. Thanks

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Great video! I just bought an s5 coupe! Best car I bought so far coming from a BMW 440i and a cadillac ATS Coupe. O to 100 actually 4.7s for the Coupe

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It took me over 5K miles to get used to the knuckles on the D shaped wheel in my 2018 S3. Now I like it. My hand has been trained to hold it just so with my right hand while my right elbow is planted on the center arm rest.

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❤️❤️

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Audi review for the first time !!! Time to take a coffee break at office...

[@johnfredrickson9462]

The reason you’d get the round steering wheel is because it comes with a heated function. The flat bottom doesn’t unfortunately. It’s like that in all Audi’s

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OMG Thank you, awesome review!!

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[@danielKGlenn]

you can use the 360 camera whilst backing up or pulling forward, The "+" symbol on the upper right of the screen will bring up the menu and allow you to change the "graphic" to "camera"

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Thanks for finally reviewing a Audi! :)

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Definitely do the rs3 and do a golf r vs Audi s3 since they are on the same platform

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audi is one of my favorite luxury automakers like the s5 cabriolet it a good car and hope you do a RS5 sportback review soon.

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Double dab for that red interior 👌🏽

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The steering wheel option also amazed me. You are fine bro!

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The angle make it look really futuristic!!

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Good morning, Straight Pipers!

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I’ve always wondered before why you guys never reviewed Audis. Video was awesome. Please do a review of an A5 Sportback!

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The Red interior in this car is SICK!!

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Audis are on the table baby! Can't wait to see the new Q8.

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I definitely want to see you guys review more Audi's!

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i use to not very fond of audi, but after watching the rs3 review. man, i gotta watch all the episodes of audi from the straight pipes

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More AUDI reviews please! This was great. I’m gunna go for a drive now haha 🚗

[@mrtyreus0]

Great review, I'll buy it in about 8 years for 5 grand. Best thing about Audi is the insane depreciation.

[@DanNw0]

This review was amazing and hilarious at the same time

[@HellzHonour]

Woot, the first Audi review on this channel! Review the A7 or S4 next!

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Great review as always guys! Really enjoy them. Any chance on a review of the 2019 Jetta?

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Hey guys! Thanks for such amazing videos! You have been reaching out all the way here to Brazil. Since you guys writes at the screen values, you could write also metric units. Torque in Nm, for example. Don't need to say, just write it down. Thank you and keep the good work!!

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My favourite car channel !

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Nice s5 review guys I am a subscriber

[@jordanjoestar8839]

Fun fact, if you end up upside down, the window frame supports 4x the cars weight, and a rear head support deploys for rear passengers at a certain tip angle. I really really really appreciate that fact Also, i'm 6' 3" and I fit in the rear no joke, with the top up it's a bit tight, but far from in-suffer-able. Top down, I've been in smaller seats in some sedans.

[@Sc0rpy]

Great review as always lads i just was hoping you try the back seats and rear legroom

[@DrwcMichel]

Awesome review

[@KuttaBanda0105]

My parents just bought this and they love it

[@Qrzychu92]

I just got a 2018 S5 Sportback, it's awesome. And you can use the 360 camera with a backup camera and sensors at the same time :) there is a setting in options for that. The car is almost perfect, but the guy that bought it originally thought that choosing auto parking assist instead of dynamic suspension was a good idea :D Other than that, super recommend!

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You guys are awesome, Jacob cracks me up

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Thanks!

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​@@TheStraightPipes​You guys have any plans to test out the Alfa Romeo Giulia QV? really curious to see what you think

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More Audi’s!! More subscribers!! Let’s get these guys 1M, they deserve it, top quality.

[@ElGranCaminante001]

My 2019 A5 Sportback has the sliding sun shades maybe they saw your review :) Mine had the s-line and the optic black package that gives you black mirror housings, black grille, black side skirts and black lip spoiler as well as black window trim (it's all gloss btw) I dont know which package gave it but it actually came with a perforated leather flat-bottom/Dshape steering wheel and perforated leather on the shift nob. It also has blue-stitching all around it it's amazing. If you guys are looking at this car GET IT!

[@bharathrajan9460]

Great video btw

[@vanessamai5899]

Yes! I ❤ Audi!!! Can u guys review a TTrs/TT in general by any chance?

[@jacobthompson8507]

9:17. Great review. Nice to see my own car reviewed by you. In England we can choose to upgrade the wheels to 20" with a different design, which I did and they look much better. I went for a 4 door Sportback, in White with the Red Leather. The Audi Pre Sense doesn't like the UK's tiny roads, as it slams on the brakes for parked cars at the side of the road so I've turned it off, the system in my other car is better, and its a Honda and £30,000 less. The Quattro system is great in snow too, after we got heavy snow in March. The EU Tailights look much better tbh with separate brake lights/ and amber 'dynamic' indicators. It's the best car I've ever owned. Silky smooth power, coupe looks, 4 door practicality and room for 5.

[@alphaspartan]

Reminds me of the Ford Fusion Sport in both exterior design and performance numbers. Obviously you get what you pay for, but this makes for an interesting comparison.

[@jeffforbess6802]

I have an s3 cab. Got it at the factory. Cooled seats would be so helpful. In hard tops, it’s kind of a gimmick. In softies, it’s a necessity. Also, I’m over low profile tires for non-sports cars. Other than that, I love it.