Is a TUNED Audi S5 Sportback a BETTER BUY than an RS? First Drive & POV!

[@surfercardude9127]

Thanks for showcasing my car!!! Had a great time.

[@hummerlanding7295]

What front splitter is that?

[@kylergehrls4601]

what tune?

[@rKapalot]

What year is this model??

[@Newnenhanced]

@@rKapalot2019

[@jasonjacobs1899]

@surfercardude9127 who makes the carbon fiber side skirts on this Audi? Very sleek and not gregarious.

[@AutoAndrew]

As a B9 S5 owner my completely unbiased answer is “yes” 😁

[@Rico401Prov]

Let me test drive that 😏

[@z28camarobc]

Does it handle like a sports car or more like a sedan??

[@vvieiraleoo]

Yo what does B9 mean, whats the difference

[@Lsthnbrd]

Yes definitely better. I have a 2019 S5 and have only put $1,500 in performance upgrades and my car is faster than a stock RS5

[@sirkhailmalik]

What upgrades have you done? I’m trying to decide between a s5 and rs5

[@SaifDrives]

^

[@kjschantz1230]

I have an RS five 2018. It is tuned and I would not trade it for an S5 any day but that’s just my personal opinion. Good luck.

[@vilebastage]

​@@kjschantz1230 I just bought a 2018 yesterday. What tune did you go with?

[@kjschantz1230]

@@vilebastage I got it tuned by my local shop here in Atlanta ga called eurofed…

[@AnewMadrid]

As a stock B9 S5 owner, I would say even in stock form you get that great push your head back in the seat torque feel.

[@tacticalwhoo9349]

how do you like it? looking at a 2018 s5 currently.

[@CharlesKingsSmith]

Go for it mate. You won't regret it. I've had my 2020 S5 Sportback for nearly 3 years, and I still can't believe how awesome it is.

[@alecriley291]

​@@tacticalwhoo9349I just got my 2018 S5 coupe and am obsessed. I 100% suggest it bro!

[@Beyoorslf]

​@@tacticalwhoo9349got a 18' S5 4 months ago. Real good car. I use the shit out of it. Sleaper if people dong know

[@Dillon000]

@@tacticalwhoo9349I just picked up a 19 S5 SB and I absolutely love it!

[@PLYBOY]

As a RS Owner, answer is RS hands down. Tune + DownPipe= Super Car performance territory.

[@Josh_0579]

How much power you pushing?

[@NitroExpress]

What super car performance ? The rs5 gets beat up by every car in its category.

[@thefatmisthios1987]

@@NitroExpress with a tune my guy

[@andrekelly8456]

@@NitroExpress Rs5 gets beat up by every car you say lol. You miss where he said tuned huh?

[@robp696]

@@NitroExpress it was beating the m3 and m4 until the newest gen came out with AWD.

[@someoneelse6463]

Dave has to be the most laid back, "let's have some fun with my car" owner I have ever seen in a car video and I've watched hundreds. Kudos to Dave!

[@surfercardude9127]

It’s just a car! It’s meant to be driven. Thanks for the kind words.

[@someoneelse6463]

@@surfercardude9127 Exactly, and I would be the same way but so many owners are pretentious it's just refreshing to see someone proud of their car and willing/excited to share it with us. Thx!

[@jckgoldness]

I'd never let this kid touch my car.

[@alexpocs8649]

Steel grey audi s5. Beautiful.

[@matimckinney7058]

That launch… This thing is a freak of nature 😍

[@thampton9892]

literally the only KZbinr that drove the car correctly..I needed to hear the turbo 🙌🏽

[@kevinpedersen5290]

also the only youtuber who doesn't know how car engines work.

[@SpartanXDA]

If you’re on a budget the s5. If all you want is power then tune the s5. The rs5 handles MUCH better than the s5 (what made me pick the rs5) and the different back doors/wider body is p cool

[@jakob.2is968]

8:13 this guy cheesin ear to ear to them pops and crackles. Pure joy right there

[@jeffatl81]

B9 S4 owner, but the S5 sportback has seriously grown on me... especially in that nardo grey. Been looking to upgrade to the RS5 sportback, but I'm thinking now I'll just get the sportback with a tune and save some $$. Sick car!

[@sfodge7]

what is a B9?? i dont know..i love the S line but always wnat more power and mods...

[@CaliJatt0809]

@@sfodge7 B9 is the name of the latest version of the Audi S5 which began in the year 2017.

[@manvirsyan4268]

@@CaliJatt0809 actually the latest version is the B9.5 but the engine has not changed

[@mill3ronfir3gaming51]

low mile RS5 is the same price I'm just going to get a b9 rs5

[@eternal2k4]

@@mill3ronfir3gaming51 no it’s not lol rs is def more

[@andrekelly8456]

what a masterpiece. How can you not love Audi? What a lot of people don't understand this color looks better in person.

[@surfercardude9127]

100% agree! So many different shades in sun and dark

[@chillindoe2172]

whats the color name?

[@surfercardude9127]

@@chillindoe2172 quantum gray

[@chillindoe2172]

@@surfercardude9127 thank you sir I am going to test drive one today and more than likely will end up buying one

[@mansmooth255]

@@chillindoe2172 hello did you get the car?Audi S5

[@DirtCityMovement]

Got my 21’ S5 two months ago and videos like this get me very excited. I love this car!!!

[@neilbradford8554]

Absolutely. A B9 S5 is incredible value in my opinion and with very little work gets you RS performance and noise. Will never look quite so aggressive but it's a fabulous sleeper.

[@Bievahh]

And will a little work the RS models are way faster. S5 and RS arent on the same level

[@binhdu4381]

@@Bievahh yea but his point is you can get the same performance if not more without paying rs prices. Of course a little work on the rs is a different beast but this wasnt the case.

[@RadDadisRad]

Buy the S5, many more chassis share the 3.0tfsi, the 2.9tfsi is a single model/trim. More cars with a 3.0 means cheaper parts and more available.

[@MMPGAMMING]

@@Bievahh the difference between a Fbo s5 and Fbo rs5 is so small that for the price difference you’re better off getting either an s5 and saving money or a more capable platform altogether. I hate to admit it but the rs5 is fucking crap in how little performance that extra turbo (and all of its added complexity) brings to the table. If the extra $20k is worth being barely .1s quicker then an equally modded s5 then go ahead but if you ask me people that buy rs5’s to mod are dumb. It’s a shit platform unless you buy it to keep stock. If you performance either save money and get the just as capable little bro s4/5 or go all out and get a real high tier performance sedan like a g80.

[@cklam8722]

A professionally produced documentary video on a tuned Audi S5 Sportback. Mouth watering stuff. Thank you.

[@greg5143]

Is a tuned S5 with a voided warranty better than an RS5 with a warranty? Probably not considering it's a VAG car.

[@AdamMunirOfficial]

I had one of these remapped. And I now have an m4. Trust me the m4 is fun but the s5 is an AMAZING car. Fast. Reliable. Comfortable and looks amazing

[@draggy6544]

I own a b8 s4 and was driving the bmw competition and the s4 blows it out the water every way possible

[@nathanielbooker6602]

Do you think the m4 is better then a rs5?

[@petejr7583]

@@nathanielbooker6602 no M4 is not better for a daily driver. regardless would rather have the M2 comp than the M4.....you can still get the M2 with a stick.

[@SHELBY13GT500]

That was great! That car is perfectly done! Sleeper! At the end of the day you have a great car and money in your pocket! Keep em coming Austin!

[@nedflanders5649]

I love my 2020 S5, I have two kids but the car just goes and is great for everyday driving.

[@visarmustafa2820]

is it diesel or petrol ?

[@nedflanders5649]

@@visarmustafa2820 Petrol

[@In_liten1]

This is exactly video I've been looking for since I'm about to buy S5. Thank you man! !

[@kobe81ification]

did you buy it?

[@Jake_Smith7472]

I have an rs5 and other than maybe having the same hp tuned, it's Still just not the same as an RS

[@js002003]

I've had both and I really couldn't tell the difference between the 2 cars until I got to higher (license losing) speeds where the RS kept pulling. I was actually disappointed the RS5 wasn't that much better than the S5 like BMW does with the M cars vs their diet M cars. Usually the Audi S line is so close to their respective RS models but its the closest with the 5 imo (the 3 prob has the biggest delta - I've owned an s3 and rs3 as well). The RS5 is still a great car, its just that the S5 is so damn good as is.

[@leunamarrap3316]

These conversations remind me of the WRX/STI comparisons Lmao

[@wingsfan118]

Just got my S5. I LOVE the feel and sound. It’s truly incredible. Awesome video man!!

[@AnonymousKD17]

What about fuel cost ?

[@tiggaism]

2018 B9 S5 034 Stg 1 e85 @11:40:121.54 mph on dragy. No other mods, just the tune.

[@robp696]

I believe the RS5 with 034 e85 tune ran 10.75 with an intake.

[@S5MIKEY]

what was rhe 0-60

[@mattc6494]

best s5 video i seen so far

[@chadbrown687]

I have owned a 2018 s5 cab and now have a 2022 rs5 sport back. The s5 was a great and quick car. The Rs5 is a totally different animal. The launch is violent. Even at freezing temperatures I have gotten sub 4 seconds launch and warm launch just over 3.5 seconds. The brakes on the rs are simply amazing. I wouldn’t want to have 600 hp on stock s5 brakes. I thought when I got my rs it would be just faster but it’s a totally different car.

[@Prodigy_ad]

I totally agree. I had a 2021 S4 and really liked the car. Just traded it for a 2022 RS5 and there is no comparison. The RS5 is on another level

[@anthonywallace319]

I am in this boat right now. I have a 2019 S5 Sportback and in the market for an RS5 sportback and still on the fence as to if I should mod up the S5 or go RS5 and I think I am leaning towards the latter

[@Prodigy_ad]

@@anthonywallace319 I have the RS5 sport back and got it for 83k. You will need to spend at least 15k to get the S4 to the RS5 level. Keep in mind just the RS5 can be tuned to higher levels that makes it even better

[@beeboodu1]

@@Prodigy_ad it’s not 15k bro

[@seabass3104]

Not 15k at all.

[@zmalone8633]

Awesome episode!

[@jj-kb5hr]

the car went from 350 HP to 500 with just bolt on and tune really?🤔smh I would love to see the dyno output posted from this tune, exhaust . and Time Slips from track

[@michaelsaunders3874]

.. yea, that's how turbo cars work. Also you spelled dyno incorrectly.. and you want "time slips" from a street car on street tires? Lot of demands. I do love youtube commenters, experts in every category.

[@jj-kb5hr]

Hey man I'm just going to say we've been doing this stuff over 30 years seeing is believing😉

[@surfercardude9127]

Someone needs to learn what crank vs at wheel mens for all wheel drive cars. Don’t forget the 600 FT-LBs Torque too 😂

[@rileyclarke8784]

1999 a4s went from 160 to 320 lol not that crazy

[@hategrimes]

Can we get a list of parts used to tune it?

[@kenkash19]

Simple conclusion- you have fu money you want to piss away - get the RS. You want to save $30k and get similar experience- S model with a $800 tune. That’s reality.

[@robp696]

Or buy a used rs5 only spend 10k more than brand new S5 get the 034 tune and run with GTRS

[@kenkash19]

@@robp696 a used RS is still pretty hi with current crazy used car prices! But I like the idea once the market goes back to normal!

[@robp696]

@@kenkash19 yeah i was really lucky when I bought mine used in 2020 market didnt go crazy yet got it fully loaded with less than 20k miles for 65k

[@HellcatDreaminJosh]

Speed Phenom Awesome Video I think Dave's Audi S5 is Absolutely Incredible and I'm glad he let you drive it

[@arnilsuerte8461]

Yeah that S5 is pretty Badass dude.

[@matthewdikovics5563]

Do you have a list with specs on the tune package?

[@alexanderduschl5987]

Such a clean looking car! Recently purchased an A5 sportback and I wish I'd seen this video before doing so... the extra $ for the S5 seems so worth it.

[@tommygunnz130]

Great video! I have a 21’ S4 and want to tune it to unleash the power! Beauty car!

[@gaberson3819]

freakin love S5's

[@coachduece]

I have an APR stage 2+ b8.5 s5, apr intake, upgraded supercharger pulley, and i have a great time with it! Youll need over 600 horses to really beat me off the line

[@dchung051]

Do you like warrant? If so, stock option is the best. I don't care what you say about dealers accepting tuned cars for warranty. If they don't want to honor it, they don't.

[@IReahpZz]

If your car breaks in your warranty period with just a reflash your car and platform is a POS regardless.

[@surfercardude9127]

@@IReahpZz that or you got a crappy tune

[@IReahpZz]

@@surfercardude9127 with so many trusted tuners on this platform that's kinda hard tbh.

[@scottroberts5529]

Been thinking of selling my 7.5 Golf R for a Audi s5 sportback

[@TechnoDad]

Great video!! We just got our S5 Sportback. Did you get an added equipment list from the owner? I've seen that carbon fiber stuff online but not sure about the motor parts. I'm definitely interested in doing an intake, intercooler, exhaust, and possibly a tune. There are so many options for an exhaust, it's...exhausting! LOL! Anyway, let me know when you get a chance, I also have an email on my about page. Thanks man!

[@surfercardude9127]

I have all of the above and lowered on ABT HAS 1 inch around. For tunes, IE or 034 are the 2 best. All of my karbon is from Karbel except for the mirror caps, those are OEM. Exhaust is AWE switchpath so I can open / close the valves.

[@tko-3k]

@@surfercardude9127 did you replace the downpipe or still have stock? i have very similar car on order from audi and would like to do all the said upgrades, but worry about emissions...

[@surfercardude9127]

@@tko-3k stock DP and most tuners have great options to increase power with the stock DP

[@Kimmy-lr3wd]

I had a AWE before, sounds same in the video. But I can sure you want to return to OEM if this is a daily drive car for you. too much drone vibrating sound

[@surfercardude9127]

@@Kimmy-lr3wd I have the switchpath so I can close the valves. It becomes just as quiet as stock w/ valves closed.

[@JacesOwnWorld]

In most cases, the cheaper trim of a specific model of car, is the better value, especially when it comes to factory turbo cars, because its just a simple tune and bolts on's, and you're faster and just as capable as the upper trim model. When you buy a higher trim model from the factory, you are also paying a fee for the model name. Most of the time the price-per-performance doesn't have great margins.

[@zroxor3801]

I see your point but for rs vs s models example this can't be true, you can get this thing to 500+ bhp but the materials in the car are not the same and everything is made to withstand more abuse in RS. Even the RS model parts will get worn after shorter time than the regular cars. It really depends what you do with the car. For example, every lunch control you make on your regular car is biting little bit of the cars longevity.

[@zroxor3801]

its the same as getting the now old A5 252bhp engine to 350bhp with tunes, the engine wont last long because it's not just "tuned down" S5.

[@darkspeed62]

Exactly. Stock, the B9 S5 Vs RS is like 100BHP difference, and one turbo. Here in the UK you currently have to pay an extra £10k for essentially 100BHP more power. Not worth it IMO.

[@RageCage1701]

@@zroxor3801Audi has become very conservative about their engine management strategies as evidenced by the fact that people are easily getting 500+ hp out of the B9/9.5 engines for years now with no observable reliability issues. Yes if you're launching the car 10 times a day at the track you'll start to have problems but the model has been out in the wild for years now and the tuning community has not reported any long-term problems. Generally speaking Audi S-cars are perfect tuning opportunities with huge upside in terms of performance gain and very little downside.

[@arielstanica3844]

I have a B9 S5 and my friend has a B9 RS5. And he’s selling it now because he likes my car better than his.

[@dgukov]

Why? Is it too stiff?

[@msshelby8843]

Beautiful , sleek car!! Great review!! 👍

[@carramrod8232]

Just got my 22 S5 Sportback yesterday. I can’t wait to start building it in the future

[@Sick_ridz]

I’m surprised dude hasn’t popped those front license plates brackets out. The grill looks so much cleaner without them and they literally pop right off

[@GFMetalForever]

Anyone knows which tune is it that will enable pops and bangs on dynamic but not on comfort mode? Is it Apr? Unitronic? Which one?

[@michaelrbodner]

My S5 has the crackles stock in Dynamic + Sport … Dynamic alone it is a little harder to get it out.

[@mattc6494]

thank for this video man it is the best s5 video i have seen

[@QuettMurddaGaming]

That first launch was wild😮

[@technocoh]

Hot beast, nardo grey with black grill and rims 😍😍

[@AgentOffice]

That's sick. I want the RS3

[@MMPGAMMING]

Fr man I have a b9 s4 and I’ve been stuck trying to figure out how I can get rid of the s4 for one 😅😂

[@hexagonredgames7054]

One of the best looking S5 Sportback I’ve seen!

[@bugeye02707]

The owner still running the stock catalytic converters? Its either road dust on those exhaust tips or catalytic converter material on those tips.

[@surfercardude9127]

I am on stock cats running e85. I surf so it’s probably sand or just road dirt. Need to clean my tips 😂

[@A1aries]

I have a audi a5 2023 sport back i need help tuning it i just want it to make some noise when i start it up and accelerate nothing too crazy just louder than standard

[@damonstr]

My A5 is "just" a TDI, but I think it's wonderful :D

[@darkspeed62]

As a former A5 TDI owner, they are wonderful! It was my introduction to the Audi brand, but I now own a B9 S5 Coupe, and I love it even more.

[@kevinpedersen5290]

just make sure you upgrade the OEM discs, because they warp easily on the S5, unfortunately.

[@wxst213]

full list of mods and links?

[@brianbaker4288]

I am getting my 2024 Audi RS5 around april. When it comes to cars like Audi, I would rather have the warranty and still be fast, thus the RS. I have a 22 S5 and loved it, but sold it because I'm dumb. Love Audi A/S/RS 5s.

[@coolrohit2]

Are the stock wheels powder coated? If yes what color?

[@demolisherOfMoney]

RS car has factory reliability, you cannot match that in a S5 + tune RS also comes with the prestige and RS design features, so RS for me everyday of the week. Its like saying buy a tuned C43 instead of 63 or M340 instead of a M3 lol, yeah no, different leagues

[@headrushproductions1667]

Amazing video guys... I have a 2015 S5 coupe. Would it be possible to do the same Tuned for my car?

[@lpsoldierPZ]

What is so interesting about the square setup? This is the most standard thing ever! With a few exceptions, all FWD and AWD cars are like this....

[@mattc6494]

best video on youtube, best car in the world

[@ziondcollins20]

Naw bro that launch was absolutely insane. I’m forsure upgrading to a 18’ s5 next year. 🔥🔥

[@xiaotianzhang381]

I have to say RS5 is another story for sure it’s a sexy monster

[@zerll]

how about RS7

[@nemesisc4926]

So between the RS and the S which will be a better tuning potential but reliability?

[@Kofi.86]

Love this Audi always produces wonderful vehicles 👍🏿🔥

[@kingsolomon9969]

Is this a 2020? I’ve heard people being unable to tune the newer models due to the ecu being locked

[@akutideogracious]

Yes, it really gives you the performance you need Incase you don't want to spend much on the RS

[@kevinniknam6511]

what year is this model and what brand are the carbon fiber side skirts?

[@DubstopherWubson13]

I just got myself a 2019 S5. Absolutely love it. Looking for things to make it even nicer

[@TEJET1]

NIce ride, can you list he parts pls?

[@mattc6494]

everything about this video is perfect

[@mattbk1yn]

What can you do that will pass a NYS inspection?

[@MacDamera]

OH i just drove an R8. How do you go into manual again sir?!

[@scottw2140]

for a future video idea, i think it would be cool if you reviewed a SS 1LE or ZL1 1LE on track and compared to your mustangs.

[@richcortez2251]

Bro you definitely tested that Audi 🎉😂!

[@dony106]

So the answer is YES, the S5 is a better purchase than the RS5? I mean it obviously depends on your budget right?

[@damonwashington2837]

This Cat Always Gives Great Information on "Cars that the Poor" can Dream about!

[@djsthemetereman]

Man this thing is straight 🔥

[@WillHoop247]

I was in the market for a 2019 Rs5 and I currently have an 2018 S5, is it really better to tune and save than to upgrade the vehicle?

[@ejemmexy]

Just get the RS5 and I hope you did cos you can tune an S5 to be as fast but can’t tune it to handle better, speed without control is a disaster.

[@darrinscoilsclouds1498]

Yo. I got one year left of warranty on my 2020 S4. I can’t wait to put a tune on it. I just bought the car. I think I’m gonna put an intercooler on it. I don’t think that’ll mess with my warranty.

[@michaelrbodner]

Modifications by law under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. That said, if your modification was proven to be the root cause of a part you are seeking a warranty replacement on then yes warranty service can be denied.

[@DarkMK8]

I used to have a b9 s5 and now I own a rs5, and let me you… Its a whole different level and the sound its just insane

[@cosminoltean8035]

This. RS5 is a whole different monster - especially when you get some E85 in it

[@DarkMK8]

yea btw i had both tuned

[@DarkMK8]

@@cosminoltean8035 i need to put some in mine

[@TS_Esquire]

What was the cost of all these mods?

[@michaelrbodner]

Love my 23 S5 Sportback … getting ideas now …

[@16KoEn]

This is a 3.0 v6 diesel right?

[@Jstall7543]

It’s a Really Nice Car!

[@makstone]

Nice job. Am I correctly assuming that these mods void the factory warranty?

[@surfercardude9127]

It is up to the manufacture to show the mod is what caused the issue. Burden is on them but they make the process painful. I will say 034, the company I use is very helpful. We can flash back to stock whenever I need to.

[@scottpete1]

I have a nearly identical 2020, and am mid upgrade. I have the intercooler and intake with wheel spacers as well as the APR plus tune. The bolt ons and APR plus tuned mimics the manufacturers warranty but limits the gains. With everything, I estimate I’m about 425-450 hp. Not as great as the e85 tune but backed by APRs warranty. Soon as I’m out of the warranty window, I’ll be going e85

[@patrickbyr]

@@surfercardude9127 As a new ‘21 S4 owner, I’m loving the ride height on your S5. The one thing that makes the S4 stand out to me is the stock wheel gap. Otherwise a perfect looking vehicle. I’m wondering how you lowered yours. I’m considering 034 springs that drop it .9” front/back. Stunning car, tastefully modded!!

[@danktastic1]

What paddle shifter extensions are those?

[@HawaiiRebel]

I’ve owned and loved both S5 and RS5. No matter what you do to an S5, it will never be an RS5.

[@teepeng9583]

Keep up the good work bro

[@dannydanny7215]

S5❤😍

[@bentorbati5055]

What’s the list of mods on this car

[@lawsongarnett2032]

What mount are you using for your radar detector?

[@peterkimanzi1027]

which year is this please ?

[@fnuniko4050]

Where u get side carbon fiber left and right ?

[@Kiss__Kiss]

Before watching this video. I must say that, from an intercooler simplicity perspective? Definitely the S5 SB. Because it's easier to upgrade the Air-to-Air intercooler in an S5, than it is in an Air-to-Water intercooler, such as on the RS5. Now, let me go watch this video.

[@NirjharBiswas-ys2qs]

What is the dash cam brand?

[@zacharyferraro19]

12:29 yellow amg on the right

[@CarlosMartinez-qy9zw]

Is s5 the best audi for the money?

[@clarencerichard3600]

What suspension mods does this car have?

[@surfercardude9127]

ABT HAS lowered 1inch around.