Supercharged Audi S5 | Why it Has Unlimited Potential

[@RoadsUntraveled]

Hey guys! I know a lot of you have been asking what equipment we use to shoot our videos, a few of the links are in the description!

[@Thomas-lx8bc]

Roads Untraveled - great video. I'm sorry to voice this opinion but that body style is so boring. The company should really invest in some more sculptors/designers the performance is stout just not the visuals for the price tag.

[@RoadsUntraveled]

haha why are you sorry to voice your own opinion? I think your point is definitely valid.

[@hanifsimpson]

Thomas You're actually the only person I've ever heard to say such a thing but to each his own as I think this car design is almost ageless

[@frankkirkman5994]

I really like your videos. It's sweet seeing car videos from Canada. Iv got the 4.2 v8 s5, I'm very happy with it and it's hauls ass but I'm curious to try one of the supercharged or newer turbo models. They seem very tunable, unlike my engine. Thanks for making these sweet videos and showing off our cool cars up north.

[@DanielsMind99]

Crazy to think I was dreaming of own this car for year to now having one. Best car ever

[@Flyingwalrus42]

Same but S4, dreams really do come true when you work hard.👍 congrats and keep enjoying your baby

[@Bytrl]

Bought my b8.5 s5 in October. I think its a pretty pos draining my wallet, and never satisfying me the way it should. Seems to be a trend of mine.

[@dwade3202]

@@Bytrl really ? Why do you feel like that ? Not enough power, driving feel is wrong or ? Im curious

[@Bytrl]

@@dwade3202 Its gorgeous, handles snow great, fast af w a stage 1 ie tune, beautiful interior. BUT driving feel is ass. Numb steering, wayyy too much body roll, tight turns in parking lots result in a binding feeling like the rear diff is bad but its all new fluids and everything checks out otherwise. Slow roll stops give a buck shifting to 1st like you've been rear ended. Its just not what I expected.

[@dwade3202]

@@Bytrl damn, I was hoping to own this car one day, guess I'll need to test drive the shit out of that thing. Sorry to hear that man, sucks when it happens to your fav car.

[@StormAutoAdventures]

Still one of the best looking coupes on the road IMO! The B8.5 S4 & S5 Prestige are my favorites! I love that these are supercharged! Especially when they are modified to make that s/c whine!

[@Tyler_Flynn28]

I appreciate that I worked very hard for my S5 and it’s a great car man lots of fun !

[@angelthewolfman8210]

I have a 2013 S5 SuperCharged. I love this car and don't plan on ever letting her go. I recently got the Stage 1 APR Tune and it is even more fun to drive. I have tested the 2018 Turbo and did not like the turbo as much as I do the Supercharged version. INSTANT POWER is always nice!!!

[@thenotoriousjoey9956]

How did I loose to a stock evo then

[@BarcaJerk9]

@@thenotoriousjoey9956 weight

[@thenotoriousjoey9956]

@@BarcaJerk9 so wtf can I actually beat

[@isea_]

@@thenotoriousjoey9956 try a Miata see if you can tie :D, if that fails try a grandma in a corolla.

[@logehn3329]

4 years later, you still have her?

[@KujGaming]

2:00 2013 wasn't the first year for DSG in the S5, 2010 S5 verts have the DSG as well

[@CoolGuy-ux5wx]

I love how the transmission in this car is bulletproof. The shifts in this video suprises me. I would love to have my hands on one.

[@RandomGuy-ej9gr]

It’s not though far from it. No dual clutch transmission is bulletproof.

[@DMnKS-qx2xb]

The transmission is shit I own this car trust me I know

[@abdbach379]

A simple remap will up it to 420hp and 520nm of torque, just a simple remap damn it!

[@Ray-qx4le]

I did it for mine to 400bhp and 500nm. I've owned a shitload of cars and I rate this above all. Even missing the manual and going to dsg.

[@TheCinderellaman10]

Mrc map these to 480-490bhp and 600nm on a stage 2 plus

[@jeroenvd89]

imran bajwa does then need hardware mods: dual pulley upgrade and preferably bigger brakes + catback exhaust. But when you do this correctly; 😚👌🏻

[@TheCinderellaman10]

@@jeroenvd89 MRC in UK do single crank pulley, air feed, air intake, stage 2 ECU tune & tcu tune, they recommend ams heat exchanger, rather then catback it would be best to go hfc or decat downpipe

[@jeroenvd89]

imran bajwa also sounds good to me :) will look more into the ams heat exchanger

[@Dude-tb8ry]

I have a Challenger Scat Pack but my aunt owns a 2017 (I believe) Audi S5 Supercharged convertible and I love driving in it! Thinking about switching from the muscle car territory to the German engineering

[@benedictdonald4338]

Do it. Challengers are dumb, brutish pigs. Dump it and step up to a true German masterpiece.

[@LowEntropyy]

I have a s5 2013 and even in 2020 people make there head turn for this beast. Also if you are getting one go for the sportback more unique and more badass

[@Garage95]

Hey my friend! I know I am a little late lol but I am about to get a 2013/14 and I would love to know more about the maintenance and everything. I appreciate!

[@RealBearFace]

one of my fav cars ever of all time. i really want a manual supercharged v6!

[@audiluvr9000]

you can find them at junkyards and auctions now for just a few thousand, spend another 1-2k to get it up and running and another 2-3k in tuning parts you got yourself a $5000-$9000 500 hp car that’s luxury, fairly easy to work on, and absolutely beautiful inside and out, best part: it’s reliable when tuned!

[@-sb33-33]

the s5 is a beast and has one of the best responding engines to mods. with just a quick ecu remap they gain something like 100hp are just as fast as the rs5. there is a video by chris harris on this

[@JackRR15]

Really? I'm looking at getting one and was wondering how easy supercharger are to get more power from.

[@moealfaily1662]

True, great competitor to the N54 cars

[@Taterlad32]

Do you have the link to that video?

[@rcurtiiss391]

-SB33- how can I get the extra 100hp

[@stefanfreestylez]

Alfa Asher lol not really n54 can handle aloooott more power. But for reliability and ok performance this car is def better buy.

[@TheJMedia]

Good mix of the jdm and euro stuff Marcus!

[@RoadsUntraveled]

😀

[@aaronp9835]

2006-2008 RS4 is my favorite audi of all time with its amazing sounding 4.2 v8 with 420hp and 317tq. and it even has a 6speed manual with huge 8 piston lambo gallardo sourced brakes!!!!

[@Mekanik.b]

8:25 watching this 5 years later and the tuning scene for these cars are getting pretty crazy

[@ravenstylea2]

My buddy has the stage 2 and Ultracharger package with full exhaust on his 2013 Audi S4, making 540 hp at the crank. The stock power is 330 hp. Feeling that power I shit my pants in the passenger seat.

[@TheUSSproductions]

what company?

[@evtimstefanov5441]

Can someone give me some more details about maintenance costs and the more pricey things that could go wrong -> what kind of repairs could I expect moneywise etc.

[@jeffreese7817]

Well done! Pushed me over the edge. Looking at one tomorrow!

[@eff3c7s]

I hope you got one Jeff!

[@BBDSmint]

The stock S-tronic transmission in this and the S6/7 will take upto about 580-600hp and be ok, but it's fairly borderline and not a power level I'd like to run without at least a tune on the gearbox. The S6/7 with a tune, exhaust and intake will put down about 580hp and the transmissions appear to hold up fine.

[@sasagrcevic475]

But going from 330 hp stock to something like 400 hp is gonna be perfect in my opinion if anyone wants to keep it for a while. To me pushing it to 600hp is just too much. Even 500ish is borderline crazy. Its too much to ask from a old car.

[@spadgm]

Great review, a friend has a 2011 S4 with the 3.0 supercharged V6 and I was amazed how fast it was, he is going to do a tune soon!

[@SuitedUp2The9s]

Love that you got an Audi on the channel!

[@RoadsUntraveled]

We've got a few more lined up very soon as well :D

[@SuitedUp2The9s]

Roads Untraveled that is music to me ears!

[@SuitedUp2The9s]

That is sweet music to my ears! Keep up the content!!

[@terryrutherford2114]

Looking to replace my old 2001 Audi S8. This seems to fit the bill. I'll likely pull the trigger on a 2013 convertible S5 this Wednesday. Thanks for the video!

[@terryrutherford2114]

@Snooty Fox Yes. 2013 S5 Cabriolet Prestige.

[@anthonyrodgers8498]

Am trying to find one now I need a 2014 I just luv them

[@IanWard-z8i]

Just bought a 2014 s5 29k miles

[@anthonyrodgers8498]

@user-ee5qx5yw7o what was the ticket on that if you don't mind me asking and where did you find it ?

[@IanWard-z8i]

@@anthonyrodgers8498 $23k

[@jacobhauenstein]

If you think its quick now, get the stage 2 DSG (DL501) tune. Then you get higher rpm’s, more power (pulley spinning faster) and with just an intake and exhaust 450+ is easy... they shift so fast that the interruption in power is almost nonexistent

[@875daily]

can the tranny handle all that upgraded power?

[@Magowin]

This car is actually WRX Sti size at least 2017 model as I'm about to turn in my 2017 and this is only 3/4" longer than my Sti I was surprised. I'm debating on getting this or a Rs5 still undecided. I know this with toon will be faster and it's alot cheaper than an Rs5 so more leaning on this.

[@Tyler_Flynn28]

Very proud of my self I worked my ass off for my B8.5 S5 Cab was very fortunate to find one with less then 40k miles ❤

[@dillionmcallister1230]

I love my S5 with the 4.2FSI V8 & 6 speed manual

[@packman3671]

Dillion McAllister is it in the shop often and how many miles do you have on it?

[@dillionmcallister1230]

No not regularly, it did come out of the shop recently but that was due to neglect on the carbon build up in the engine from previous owner . It has 117k on it and runs like its brand new @@packman3671

[@ares1469]

Dillion McAllister has it been in the shop since the above conversation? How have you liked it so far

[@lexburen5932]

the germans do crazy things to these cars, this engine is capable of near 1.000 reliable HP. with an ECU tune exhaust and airfilter only, you gain 80-100 HP. the transmission can is strong and can take alot. its a popular car in europe, bussinnes people drive alot in them. also private company owners drive them alot. as second hand car, you get ALOT of car for your money

[@TheUSSproductions]

1000 HP HOW??

[@terryrutherford2114]

I did it. 8/30/19 I bought a 2013 Audi S5 Cabriolet Prestige. Fun car so far!

[@mrhammers78]

Was this really stock exhaust? No res delete / X-pipe?

[@doubyjocelyn6134]

Doubt it

[@albotiger7268]

Can’t wait for mine! Just bought the exact same one with same exact km and picking it up this Friday!

[@LowEntropyy]

AlboTiger7 Hm did you pay

[@albotiger7268]

Came out to $34,000 for the 2013 S5 V6 3.0T with 50,000km

[@LowEntropyy]

Nice, good buy

[@rafaelmetzker6181]

Just bought one as well. Same color.

[@marksimmons7721]

You need the ride control option. Wife drives in comfort mode and I kill it in dynamic. Faster response,steering tighter. Launch control is amazing.

[@SnakesEy3s]

Nice bro been watching vids on S5 all morning and in like less than 1 minute of watching your vid i had all the info on the exact S5 im looking for finally haha. Thanks for this

[@ChrisHaas1]

Great video!! I just got a 2009 A5 Quattro V6 3.2 and was wondering where I could get it tweaked somewhere around the Vancouver area - saw your BC plates!! I'd love to get my hands on an S5 some day. Sounds like yours runs great right out of the box. I find the A5 a little sluggish, but better in sport mode - it's an automatic. Cheers!

[@andycory908]

I just bought a beautiful s4 with the 4.2ltr. Love it

[@mneste]

I own a 2013 S4 with a Stage 2 pulley and exhaust. It is exactly what it needs to be at that point. Feels faster than the Stage 2 335i I had before. It might be the instant boost or the incredible gearing of the DCT which together delivers a ton of torque. It is a great car. My one gripe is that the soft steering wheel scratches easily when you get in and out of the car and the Bang & Olufsen sound system is nothing compared to the Logic 7 units in BMWs.. just no bass. So far though it has been a lot of fun and gets 32mpg on the hwy when you want it to. Understeer is what it is but it makes up for it everywhere else.

[@traceykiddy3849]

i got the 09 Audi s5 v8 and yes a woman can drive it too lol had the a5 before big big fan of audi

[@ramothepharaoh3]

I bought a new S5, was there something better I could've gotten for the money? I was thinking about the RS3 but I guess it's a bit late now. Everyone is saying the new S5 is lethargic.

[@siic]

I had this problem also, but settled with C43 coupe

[@Burden-Boy]

So I'm looking to get an audi S5 soon 2014 what performance mods can I do on it besides exhaust and downpipe can I do cams? also Is the s5 stock turbo charged? I know when they are they're usually not performance turbos but any tips would help guys plz

[@kingsnake545]

These are beautiful I'm gonna pick one up soon

[@CAVE_SMITH]

Nice review! I'm expecting to purchase the 2016 s5 sometime next week, so this review helps a lot with my decision to stick with purchasing a s5. I'm currently driving the 2015 a4 premium plus and it's been a great experience the past year of owning it. I'm just ready to try another Audi creation.

[@mikeabel7577]

Did you end up buying the S5? If so, how has it treated you?

[@CAVE_SMITH]

@@mikeabel7577 My bad for the delayed reply. Yes I definitely did. I traded my 2015 A4 for the 2016 S5 premium plus. I've had the car around 3 years and it never gets old driving it. I've had no issues with it and it's fairly easy to work on if you do your research and get the right tools. Go test drive one if you haven't already. A friend of mine owns the 2018 S5 and although the new technology and body is cool. I rather have the 2018 RS5 if I'm going to go with the new body. The 2016 sounds good and looks real mean

[@robertgoldsworthy5481]

I love that you loved the S5! Please show more love the the Audi community!

[@541_CoyotePower]

Same pontetial as the 2015 S4 right?

[@chris425amp7]

The 3.0 TFSI are in the Top ten list for a reason

[@quakerome4594]

Will this car keep with with the new 2020 A3 - A4 and S3 and S4?

[@CapnT87]

Aw, I miss my tuned 2014! Same colour and wheels :)

[@wideglide60]

I own a 2012 S5 V8... any idea where to find a Supercharger package? And.. what's the best ec tune /chip?

[@RK1FX]

APR and AWE... Eventuri intake...

[@XxRuskiixX]

This car is not equipped with sports differential!!! Try one with sports diff and see how much better it feels around corners

[@Online_ToughGuy]

Hardly any of them are. Incredibly hard to find.

[@panda51829able]

I visit Roads untraveled and the smoking tire on a daily basis. Love the channel. It would be pretty sweet if you did a video on the vehicles trailer park boys haha. Much love keep the videos coming 🤙

[@leonemesis87]

Is the S5 V6 engine overall more reliable than a N54/N55 ?

[@helmet165]

Yep

[@treyrandz8515]

Far away better then a n54 n55 is alot better but I'd still take one of these first (tfsi)

[@SevCars]

4:36 "The ultimate BMW dealer" & BMW badges on the license plate holder? Haha someone is a little confused.

[@RETICULER]

purchased at a pre owned BMW dealer, they also sell off makes.

[@SevCars]

How did you figure that out? My point is, if I bought an Audi at a BMW dealer and my license plate holders had BMW on them, the first thing I would do was getting rid of them.

[@upload9595]

"The ultimate BMW dealer...sells Audi".

[@rambo4war]

I don’t know why but that intro music makes me want to “wrench everyday”. Maybe I’m on the wrong KZbin channel

[@KevinMinato]

How would you compare the acceleration to your turbo JDM MR2 Marcus?

[@RoadsUntraveled]

+Kevin Minato With the dual-clutch the S5 is much quicker from a stop to 100kph+ but doing a 3rd gear pull or something it feels about on par with my MR2 tbh

[@markuslokander5949]

Loved the vid great to have an german powerhouse, Hopefully you'll make a video of a BMW 4 series in the future.

[@justinjoseph7142]

Great review man!

[@coolduckey]

Yes! This is the review I've been waiting for...hoping to pick one of these up next year!

[@OffensiveProduction1]

Yeah, 2013 wasn't the first year for the 3.0t in the s5, or for the dual clutch either.

[@Stretch_Buckets]

The s5 cabriolet came with the 3.0t since 2009 oddly. Idk why they chose to do that should’ve did 3.0t from 2009 like they did with the S4

[@wecaughtit6997]

I get those brrrrps on the upshift in my 14' 335i too, but typically only in sport mode never in eco lol

[@Photosbydrew]

Hey Marcus, would you be interested in reviewing my 2001 B5 S4? can provide more details if it appeals to you.

[@Mr_Glenn]

Dual clutch, FL and supercharged V6 came out before 2013.

[@2DJang]

Is it a 6-speed dct? Sounds amaaaaazing

[@Jsavage504]

I would love this car I'm thinking bout getting one

[@dspada67]

Hi from Australia. Help needed. 😬I already own a lovely e92 M3 tuned exhaust, for collectibility and special drives. etc. Need a daily , looking at Purchasing a Lexus ISF with all the usual mods. I feel it’s possibly the best choice as far as reliability goes especially if I go to the drags and occasional track day. I am tempted to look at c63 and Audi S5 4.2. But now this supercharged Audi looks to have great potential. What’s your pick of the bunch. Many thanks.

[@Mr_Glenn]

You can make the 3.0 as fast as an RS5. I'd go for that, I've done so.

[@JohnSmith-yr6je]

Isf defiantly as far as reliability.

[@SaveTheManuals]

Why does the badge say V6T if it is not turbocharged? Shouldn't it be V6S? Nice review!

[@SeaNaCl]

the t stands for tsfi but i agree with you that it shouldnt say t

[@ghostridertom]

Dual clutch is a bit overrated in my opinion. :-) A bit problematic during normal driving and city commute (but in action, it is super)... What I want to say is that a good working conventional one is also great and better reliability and long term usability is a big factor for a log term owner or used car buyer... Repairs of these super advanced AUDI or PDG gearboxes are super expensive. Great car this S5, would love to own it of course.

[@raywalteroutdoors]

Once you get used to the car you'll know what gear you are in. Each gear is easily identifiable especially while ripping back a curvy road. If I'm hitting higher than 4th I kick it over to sport mode because I'm probably cruising on the highway. Sometimes I'll manually shift on the highway if I'm bored.

[@andyjohnson9894]

awesome review, I have one they are MASSIVE fun. :-)

[@mohlomphehi]

How is it holding up?

[@thenotoriousjoey9956]

I’m late but I lost to a stock evo I didn’t know how to do 40 rolls I learned it that day even in auto mode it still got me I thought superchargers have instant power I should’ve got the line

[@Todd.T]

What do you mean "Got the line". Launch? Do you know how to launch the car?

[@thenotoriousjoey9956]

@@Todd.T yes but I didn’t launch the car I just stepped on it

[@Todd.T]

@@thenotoriousjoey9956 OK. With a heavy car like this, a lot of the surprise is in the launch. You can beat a 392 Dodge, but not at speed, from a launch is a different story. If you want to floor it at speed and take off, you'll have to tune it. Stage 1 and Stage 2 single pulley from APR makes huge gains, but pulls in the top end and should get a transmission tune as well. Stage 2 dual pulley makes all kinds of low end power and can tackle other cars at speed, but if you have this tune with a transmission tune and a higher launch RPM it will slam you back into the seat very hard. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHrWf2mHjJilfLc kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2nZg2qIaqqNb6s

[@thenotoriousjoey9956]

@@Todd.T would the same be for an s4 since it’s lighter

[@Todd.T]

@@thenotoriousjoey9956 it is lighter, but longitudinal Audis with torsen quattro are still heavier then others in the same class for their size. A 40 minute ECU tune will fix all that.

[@xFlowRS]

This A5 is timeless.

[@andreascyprus2]

just like the e92, 10 years old and it still looks so good

[@xFlowRS]

I agree on E92, perfect design. Talkin' coupe, of course

[@chriserz94]

E92 is a coupe,E90 is a sedan,E91 is a wagon and the E93 is a convertible.

[@xFlowRS]

Oh, didn't know that. I remember all E46's being called ''E46'', so thought the naming scheme was kept in next generation of 3 series.

[@stefanfreestylez]

Andreas Mertz holy fuck i just realized its 10 years old lmao

[@alvarogrados1763]

7:00 havd you tried checking in the other options? . My a4 have that gear thing under the green tab mode but it's a manual so :D

[@Clutch_Kick187]

Love your vids bro.. I would love to have a nice vid like this for my truck!!!

[@zgum1]

The eco screen has a big green orange or red number

[@mpower3163]

Its supercharged you Said it too and at 4:10 you are talking about turbos🤔

[@rigjockey67]

Excellent video, Thanks! Sold!

[@syecape]

A guy is selling one for 20k 32k miles on it Rebuilt. Worth it?

[@korrigansellom7221]

I really love this car i want one, i wil get one. Perfect to me. I know it's not the best or the most powerfull or expensive but i really love it

[@m.m14433]

Beautiful car but things such as faulty thermostats, water pumps prove as costly repairs...

[@541_CoyotePower]

I have a audi 2010 A4 Quattro 2. 0T, looking for a new reliable and quick car with lots of tuning options, my question is This S5 or a 2018 RS3? I want a car I can well invest on knowing it was worth it and to keep for years.. Help guys lol 👀. BTW was a BMW fan, my father introduced me to Audis and sold me his A4 I currently own, wow love the car but I want better and faster 😮

[@AlexA-bx8jr]

Modern cars with the ZF8 are very good but you haven't really driven any of those. Automatic transmissions have only recently made up the lost ground. Dual clutches are dying in a lot of cars. For instance, the new S5 has the ZF8.

[@ms3er396]

The new ZF's are great but the main reason they moved is for smoothness in daily driving and costs to build. The downside is the Torque Converter still eats up power thus why the new S4/S5 are only 1/10th second better performance wise despite a big bump in HP and torque.

[@WillieWheels]

Good work bro!

[@scalways]

If you like it stock you should see when one is fully tuned with suspension and breaks lol

[@ibo1137]

0:18 Seems legit.

[@sjgfloydrose1234]

2 ads - Really ?! Other than that, nice work!

[@CRIZS_CREATIONS]

NOT CORRECT - FACT Check - 2011 is the First Year of the 3.0L S5 Supercharged with Sequential & Paddle Shifters!

[@adamjohnston5250]

I have the v8 one , and I’m thinking of super charging it

[@illest666]

Hey if you want to review my Rs7 come to Montreal

[@jimthebrit]

Technically 2012 was the first year of the 3.0 TFSI... I have one!

[@talsa6875]

Back when I've bought one

[@elbrigat]

Audi A5 or BMW E92?

[@moritzm2143]

elbrigat e92 for sure! Looks better imo. You can drift it if you want bc rwd. And the 335i engines n54 and n55(since march 2010) can both handle 600 hp on stock motor just with bolt ons... And i'd guess there is more aftermarket supply for the bmw atleast for the 335i

[@elbrigat]

Moritz M Thanks for the info!

[@Grabarz23]

Nissan R34 GTR - is the right answer

[@surpluscollector1654]

e92 is ugly get a classic bimmer if u want a good one.

[@ZeerXX]

love the car.. but reliability is shit.

[@jasonl5589]

I drove rs5 for a day and i thought it was boring to drive even though they were capable. I will take a fun car over a capable car

[@BaMB00Z420]

bro got an auto v6 s5 and is proud lol.. u know they had a v8 4.2 manual ....that mad more NA than the supercharged v6. wtf r u doing bro?

[@tommydeggerino4995]

Is the engine the same as the older 3.2FSI engines just with a supercharger?

[@djdoomy]

Tommy Deggerino no.

[@stefanfreestylez]

Its not unlimited potential but it has good potential no doubt. Past doing pulley upgrade,exhaust and tune what else is there for it? Its not like the b5 s4 that car def had alottt more potential than this altho no doubt way less reliable lol.

[@jts400hp]

Probably pick up a 15/16 S4 this summer and I'm getting stoked!

[@sambingdotgov]

Jeff Smith same but lookin for 15/16 S5 with black optics package with under 35k miles

[@sandrosandroprod8791]

wtf dude where is package in interior carbon start/stop audio system wtf ?

[@razerone49]

Marcus, love your channel bro but it makes me sad to have to say that I totally disagree with your choice of title for this review. "unlimited potential". Well, there ain't shit beyond a pulley/do/tune/maybe e85 or wm for the b8/b8.5 s4/s5's. Meaning once u go stage 2 with intake, exhaust, pulley and tune...you're stuck hp wise. I own a b5 as well as a b7 s4. B5 with upgraded turbos (basic stage 3 kit): 500+ awhp B7 with a supercharger kit: 500+ awhp. B8/b8.5? Ur fucked out of luck if u want more than just a stage 2 out of it. APR and a few companies came out with supercharger upgrades but they were fail. No company could figure out how to get an upgraded sc (or any substantial power beyond a stage 2) on it without weird overheating and various major issues/concerns. That's why I sold mine and why many euro tuners who want more than ~400 whp sell theirs. Even a mk3+ gen GTI has more power mod options and has plenty of stage 3 options. So, I sold my s5 and bought a mk7 golf r. A simple intake, dp and it already has more hp than a stage 2 s5 at a fraction of the weight (even a mk6 is more tunable). Anyways, my point is the title is just wrong. Vw's and Audi's are known to be insanely tunable cars with a huge aftermarket support for the modding crowd - but the b8 s4/s5 in specific is the rare case that doesn't apply. If you buy cars to mod for more power little by little or want a car with power potential should you want more down the road, the b8's are duds. If you're happy with stopping at stage 2 and happy with 400 whp +/-, well, you're one lucky sob because the b8 s5 is drop dead sexy and so affordable right now. B8's are a steal at this moment now that the b9's are out. Throw it on some coilovers, wheels, stage 2 mods and you have yourself a badass daily coupe that exudes euro sexiness and breaks necks even with a modest stance. It's aged so well (like e9x bimmers) and turns more heads than cars twice it's price and 7 years newer. Anyways, great review but the title is misleading and pretty much wrong.

[@jmahtab]

Eüro Nasty exactly. I was cross shopping this car and Golf Rs. I picked up a 2017 R for the exact reasons you stated.

[@kyle742012]

You've got a point as far as its not unlimited potential but it is a great tuning platform. The 3.0T is used in more than a few of audis line up, including the s4 which is what I have, and theres a huge aftermarket slection and communtity for this engines. Now there is a cap as far as how much you can realisticly get out of it but with a dual pulley tune, intake, exhaust, bigger throttle body, and upgraded cooling your getting up to 550hp range. The fastest I know of is APR's ultracharged s4 running a 10.9 quarter mile which isn't bad for a close to 4000lbs luxery sedan. Now the biggest limitation with these are cooling but just like any other platform its limitations are really just how much money your willing to throw at it.

[@jmahtab]

Mr.White yeah I really like the 3.0T but the Golf R seems like a better tuning platform. Now if I could only get a better exhaust sound out of the thing...

[@RoadsUntraveled]

Hey man thanks for the comment and we're glad you enjoy our content! The title of the video is just a title though, it doesn't actually specify "unlimited tuning potential." It just says "Unlimited potential." I'm sorry you think it's misleading or wrong! In all reality if the title was talking about unlimited tuning potential, then it would be misleading or wrong regardless of what car it was referring to. No car on the planet has unlimited tuning potential, they all have a ceiling.

[@mikenice1204]

Mr.White I have the epl dual pulley tune on my b8 s4 and it's alot of fun..prob around 420whp/410 tq. Only issue is I'm at stock manual and not sure how long that will last! Lol cooling is on my list as well but I recently upgraded the sway bars and endlinks

[@JozzieProductions]

Bring that beauty by one of or Thursday night coffee meets in Coquitlam #VancouverAudiClub

[@shazzle007]

@0:18 "Ultimate BMW dealer" xd

[@matthewsanders2038]

I drove past while you guys were filming and yelled! No shout out in the video to the local fans?!

[@dkw6227]

Thanks !