The REAL COST of owning an Audi | Audi S5 Maintenance, Gas, Insurance, Depreciation and Car Payments

I've owned my Audi S5 over the past 3 years and I'm going to share the REAL cost of owning this car. It may shock you. We will cover the monthly maintenance costs, fuel costs, insurance costs, car payments, and depreciation costs associated with running such a refined German sports coupe. For reference, this is a 2018 Audi S5. However, your costs will be similar if you own a newer model vehicle. Unlike other reviewers, this is my experience with this car over the years rather than spending a day or two with a car.
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[@carsofmedicine]

I can save you some time if you come for maintenance costs. My average is 10.8 US cents per mile with this Audi S5. In 2022, AAA said the average vehicle owner will spend 9.83 cents per mile on maintenance. Please like the video and leave a comment if this info is useful :)

[@christophermkim]

Nice video! I think something that would be really helpful on maintenance is one level deeper in terms of detail. The total of "$3k over 3 years" gives us a little bit of color. But if you just flashed the spreadsheet or a summary text of things you had done in each year of ownership, whether you got it done at an Audi dealership or at a local indy mechanic, etc. would be reallyinteresting. Eg. 30k, 40k, 50k, 60k, 70k, 80k maintenance, having only owned it for 3 years, did you do all of these (and if so, how much were each of them?) When and how much was it to replace brakes (pads and/or rotors)? Oil changes? Any other misc things that broke (eg. the Thermostat / Water Pumps on the B9 Audis are a common issue as they get a bit older). Especially now that your Audi is out of warranty (eg. 4 yrs / 50k), would be really useful info. Still a nice video though!

[@user-uv7ir5zj4p]

I own a SQ5, loves the car, hate Audi service fees at $186/hour for labor. My advise: buy service packages from Audi when still under warranty , then go independent specialist as they charge $90/hour max

[@rav3552]

Super meaningful video man. Great to see someone making content that resonates perfectly with someone that may be looking to get a new or used performance Audi.

[@FeatherBreaker]

Super straight forward video and very informative. Thanks!

[@hardykornfeld1733]

I own a 2018 Audi S4 (B9) Prestige with the sport diff that I bought new. Over 60,000 miles, the only unscheduled service was repairing a bent wheel that fell victim to a winter pothole. That was with my aftermarket 18” winter wheel and tire setup. The trip computer shows a lifetime average fuel consumption of 31 mpg, but it’s a bit optimistic and probably reflects 29-30 mpg measured at the tank. As a “retired” motorcycle road racer I love driving fast, but only under suitable conditions that are rare in the real world. So far, I’m very satisfied with this car. Quite different from my previous B8 S4 that I was lucky to trade in at a good price when the DSG started to get wonky. Replacing that would have been financially ruinous. The ZF in the new car is a bit less fun but very reliable. I prepaid for scheduled maintenance till now but that’s over so future service will be done by a local certified shop and not a dealership.

[@jr5345]

I just got rid of my Audi 2018 Q5, which I bought new. I honestly really liked and enjoyed the car, but I had nothing but issues with it. Especially out of warranty. I owned a decent amount of new and used cars and never had as many problems as I had with my Audi. They were stupid problems too, like window actuator, leaking oil pan, bushings (twice), motor mounts, dead control module, etc... I bought the car new in 2017 had it for just under 7 years, it was paid off as well. I work from home so didn't drive much, I had just about 48k miles when traded it in. I decided to trade it in when I brought it in for an oil change and they told me I need motor mounts, bushings, brakes (wear and tear, don't really count it), but it was about $3500 in work. On top of the $3k I spent fixing a dead control module and another $2k in leaking oil pan, and bushings. I looked up the car and it was only valued at $20k, I decided I wasn't going to put another $3500 into it and instead by a new car (not an Audi). Like I said, I really enjoyed the car, especially the digital dash, which was new with this car and one of the reasons I bought it. I hated to have to buy a new car, but couldn't put any more money into it. It was my first Audi. Not sure if I will buy an Audi brand car again, but if I do it will most likely not be new and have the extended warranty (certified used).

[@dcttn4068]

I like how you contruct and do your videos 💪🏾 keep up the good work

[@carsofmedicine]

Thanks man I try to improve little by little have a great day

[@Von_RX]

this is the 1st cost breakdown video that I found very well done!

[@carsofmedicine]

Thank you for the comment. My only regret is that I don't own enough cars to repeat the process on other ones, haha. Maybe I'll find some friends who want to share.

[@faautobahna9416]

Great video. Very useful information.

[@bill7481]

Very helpful! Thanks!

[@jaymesaskew3657]

Great video, thank you for sharing

[@carsofmedicine]

Thanks for watching!

[@epicswirl]

I’m 23 and I’m a SWE. I have a 2022 Audi S5 SB. Was $77,000 out the door @ 2.99%. $1000 a month payment for 5 years. Had it 2 years now. Maintenance cost: $0 I have Audi care and a manufacturer warranty. Hopefully I just have to do brakes next which is quoted at $1900.

[@carsofmedicine]

Thanks for sharing :)

[@matthewsnyder548]

How did you get 2.99 during Covid? Are you located in the US? Does Audi ever do special financing on new S models?

[@epicswirl]

@@matthewsnyder548 Audi is always doing special financing on new cars. Rates were really low in 2022.

[@sunshadow9704]

Audi unlike BMW doesn’t offer free maintenance. How come in 2 years you didn’t spend any $ on regular maintenance such as oil change, break fluid flushing,, etc? Oil change alone costs around 150$. Brake flips flush, 300$

[@epicswirl]

@@sunshadow9704 Actually they do. It’s called Audi Care. Costs $1400 at signing (factored into the car price) and covers 5 years of maintenance. Please do research before making stupid comments. Just was sharing the costs of ownership. BMWs are POS in terms of interior and build quality.

[@alj7094]

Nice breakdown and thanks for including the metric units 😂😂😂

[@turyboy]

thanks! wishing for more videos like this on KZbin

[@Deadlygangsta]

This was very helpful, I am planning on getting new Audi, S5. My A4 died after 10 years, timing chain issues.

[@carsofmedicine]

You will love the S5! I'll pour one out for your A4 and all the years of service. R.I.P.

[@andrewgangordie]

What year was your A4?

[@Deadlygangsta]

@@andrewgangordie 2012. I ended up getting it fixed, engine replacement was very expensive. Its driving like new, amazing. Plan is to get S5 next year, when new model comes out.

[@carsofmedicine]

@@andrewgangordie it was a 2015 A3

[@nathancherubim9548]

@@carsofmedicine Hey, love the car and the review! Was looking to buy a CPO 2019-2021 S5 and I was wondering if you have any recommendations for which year I should go with and if you’ve had any reliability issues so far?

[@BocaAtractivo82]

I financed from the start my 17 Audi Q7 at a high interest rate because I wanted lower payments (because it was a preowned unit w/48K kms - I know it sounds I'm on the losing end. But the way I seeit. I win because I've done every single timely maintenance service (oil changes half the recommendations by Audi, coils, sparks, brakes, pulley belt, rear differential fluid and engine mounts) - I didn't cheap out on parts, made sure all OEM parts that are less expensive (at distributors price) than the dealership (except the engine mounts which I had no choice but to purchase from the dealership with a discount. The only labour I ever paid for was to fluid exchange for transmission and for the engine mounts replacement because it was breaking down and a lil' sumthin-sumthin' to enhance it for better drivability ;) - THAT'S IT! Currently running past 134K kms.My point is, anyone can acquire to drive ANY Audi. You just have to learn how to loan and manage debt. If anyone is ever thinking about driving an Audi and owning it past warranty, be agressive on maintenance schedule and be a DIYer. If you don't, do not buy one because then you'll just be complaining and bashing the brand.

[@markswishereatsstuff2500]

I bought a 2016 A7 in 2019 with fresh tires and 22K miles on the odometer. Have only done oil changes and got the front/rear pads replaced. Thinking the tires will age out in 2025 and plan Michelin Pilots. Changed insurance from Geico to Erie and saving 600/year.

[@bwoisness]

I own a 2020 Audi S3. Oil changes every 5k miles @ $90-100. I use Audi oil. Had my front strut go bad. I have Mag ride and one strut was $1000 without installation. If I replaced my whole suspension you're looking at $4k. I ended up going with KW coilovers and doing a mag ride delete. It cost me around 3k because I changed all the mounts both front and rear. The coilovers alone was $2,500. I have changed the PCV valve for about $70. Did DSG, Haldex and front/ rear diff services. It cost about $600. Sparkplugs are aroung $60.

[@maurie7068]

Great video

[@DeliveryCamMan]

Just picked up a 2020 A3 quattro with 55k mileage a month ago and already dropped $2500 on maintenance and to replace starter. Hoping I won't have to drop too much more before trading up to s4/5 in a year or two

[@jasonwagner4399]

That was really weird recognizing the Wawa and streets in West Chester! Where'd you get it and would you suggest a local dealer? I'm in the market for a lightly used >2021 S5 sportback this year.

[@carsofmedicine]

Love it here! I've had great experiences at Audi West Chester and I service my car there but I tend to travel into Maryland or NJ for the purchase as I've always saved more on the purchase price. My current S5 I drove down and picked up the car at Audi Rockville, MD. They are a great high-volume dealership. I've also had good experiences at Audi Allentown, Audi WIllowgrove (now "Fort Washington"), and Audi Newtown, NJ

[@jasonwagner4399]

@@carsofmedicine Thank you for the detailed feedback!

[@vypersniper6756]

Bought mine through Carmax. 41k 19k miles 2018 S5 prestige with sport & winter packages. 50k mile/5 yr bumper to bumper warranty was an additional $2400, that's it. They also give a 3 month free warranty with all purchases. Car is amazing. Hood rats don't pay attention to it, and enthusiasts & ladies are enamored by it. Metallic Gray looks best for those lines.

[@carsofmedicine]

Congrats man! Solid purchase :)

[@acidbath3226]

came across a nice g4 quattro with only 101 on the odometer but this video is making me reconsider

[@carsofmedicine]

Did you mean the Q4? If an Audi has 101 miles you likely have nothing to worry about as maintenance will be few and far between and you can have warranty/Audi care to cover you

[@cenktoplar8378]

I have e-mailed to Audi-Aachen (Germany) to get an idea about Audi A1 (2018) 1 liter engine so according to them new engine oil and filter have to replace , break fluid , spark plugs and polen filters and I have calculated materials and all of them were 340 euros and total cost was 950 so it means that labor cost 610 euros. Extremely expensive

[@epicbullrun8003]

They also don’t sell the product for 1:1, no one does it 😂

[@joshuat5140]

Ive been thinking about getting this 2018 s5 by my work. Its got 32k miles and they want 30k for the car. Its super clean and has car fax so im really thinking hard about buying it. So overall are you happy with yours?

[@carsofmedicine]

Yes, I love it a ton! Very satisfied. You'll get a lot of use out of it at 32k miles

[@peeayy]

I have the same exact car, bought it in 2020 with 25k miles. I don't drive a ton, but I have had literally zero issues outside regular maintenance. Same tires, same brakes, etc. People on the internet for some reason try to dissuade people from buying cars lol. Get a good local mechanic that specializes in European and doesn't murder on labor, and you're good.

[@carsofmedicine]

Glad you're enjoying it! Thanks for sharing your experience

[@mitchellwade9767]

Sooo question is for me, I found a 2018 Audi S5 sport back with a 107xxx miles on it for 21k. Looks mint, hasn’t been in an accident and has only one previous owner. I guess it’s hard to say whether it’s worth it or not without knowing the full background. But assuming everything’s been done, how long should it last, and how reliable is it?

[@carsofmedicine]

I'm not a mechanic but I'm rolling up to 93,000 miles at this point without anything major occurring. I planned on owning the car to at least the 160k mark and reassess. I think you can get another 100k miles out of your purchase. But to be fair, my play would be to save up an extra 4-5 grand and you can find S5s with a fraction of that mileage and have a bit more peace of mind.

[@mitchellwade9767]

@@carsofmedicine that’s fair, thank you so much 🙏

[@jhonniboii5884]

I only a Camry and I got a s5 v8. Maintenance definitely ain’t playing 😂

[@Cathlabkid]

I drive like a jerk😂 i love the honesty, thanks for the great video

[@carsofmedicine]

Thank you!

[@kkb116]

Is Audi S5 reliable? My friend drive a BMW M340 always told me his car has different small issues all the time. How was your driving experience with Audi S5?

[@brianmcreynolds2431]

I’m looking at a ‘14-‘15 S5 and wondering the same thing. Shiiiid we stay away or take the plunge?

[@Michaelbsav707]

I am that young guy and while it has been a challenge, i must say i knew exactly what i was buying and i love it every time i drive it, nothing like being in your 20’s with your dream car, ‘19 s5 coupe prestige!

[@carsofmedicine]

Yeah man! Enjoy it while you’re young :)

[@lordvader9163]

Cool video man, what do you do to make 180k?

[@carsofmedicine]

How I make money: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4TOh5l3ZsSDg7M

[@Quattro_Camacho]

My GLi was totaled, moving to an s5 next 🎉

[@thebookreporters]

same

[@tahaahsan688]

After how many Kms would you recommend an oil change, I do around the same amount of driving like you and don’t know how often I should do my oil change. I was thinking every 7-10k?

[@carsofmedicine]

This always brings up a huge discussion on the Audi subreddit and forums. To my knowledge, Audi recommends an oil change once every 12 months or every 10,000 *miles*, translating to 16,000 kilometers of driving. This is what I do and what the Audi dealership recommended. Some online swear by an oil change every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). There is a service manual that you can reference for your specific engine/model year.

[@dcerty1852]

if you drive agressively youll get the notice to top up oil every like 10k ish (if you drive normally it should not be a problem to do longer intervals)

[@tubedude92]

@@carsofmedicine every 12 months is a long time especially for every day driving. I think 10K miles is way too long. I read the dealership recommendation isn't always the best and every 6 months or 5000 miles is more appropriate..anyways kindly just my 2 cents ..appreciate the vid

[@Kickitwithquan]

I just got into a similar accident with my A5 and insurance is trying write it off :(

[@carsofmedicine]

Sorry to hear that, man; it sucks losing a car you love. At least you are safe!

[@-.__.__.-Rad]

I'm a bit confused. The maintenance is scheduled on a 10,000miles/one year interval. For your mileage I was expecting at least 6-7 services done to it... some of them are significant in price. Did you actually have them done? Here's why I ask... Most people that complain about reliability on german cars are often 2nd, 3rd, 4th owners(to avoid depreciation)... They end up sometimes paying for an expensive failure that could be prevented with the required maintenance. In my opinion these cars have a decent amount of performance and cannot be compared with something like an intentionally detuned lexus(in the same price range) that's super reliable no matter what. Also these cars are also abused more often than a something like a lexus...

[@carsofmedicine]

So you're confused because you think I should've spent more on maintenance? I take the car directly to the Audi dealership, which already charges a premium on maintenance, and I follow their maintenance schedule and recommendations. The car is now at 92,000 miles. I have not had any complaints about my car's maintenance. But each dealership/region in the USA will have different rates, and something like an RS model may have higher prices than a base A or Q. I've also noticed prices have increased on service when I go in today than when I paid them three years ago.

[@-.__.__.-Rad]

@@carsofmedicine No friend, I do not want you to spend more money than you intend. I am trying to let you know the complete maintenance for your Audi S5 2018 V6 with the ZF8, is every 10K and it varies by age. Some services are minor, some are not.. Some are just oil change, some are spark plugs, transmission flush, brake fluid... If you chose to take it in less often, that's fine - its your choice, but that's not an accurate description of the maintenance cost. You take the car directly to audi dealer.... Great, how often did you request for the respective mileage/age service to be performed? Just because you asked for an oil change every 10k does not mean that's all the maintenance To give you some perspective.... If you read some forums for audi/vw a lot of people that intent to keep the car for a longer time follow that interval correctly. Some change the oil every 5k(myself included). So the fact that "you" did not have any complaints about your car's maintenance, does not mean you did the correct maintenance. Next owner for your car, might pay double because of this. Enjoy your low maintenance S5, but also warn the next owner if you're not trading

[@-.__.__.-Rad]

@@carsofmedicine Here... maybe this will explain the confusion static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10157225-9999.pdf

[@teddy.nkosi3]

Why would you be charged for regular service interval even if you’re still under freeway plan ..🤔🤔

[@carsofmedicine]

Warranties and coverage plans vary by country.

[@deso5889]

Best car ever

[@HuyJourney043]

What insurance company you use?

[@carsofmedicine]

GEICO. I've been with them for over 10 years

[@springergabriel1804]

🔥🔥🔥

[@drumsac3004]

Bmw has 3 years of maintenance included.

[@JohnThePA]

I OWN A CAMRY AND I ONLY SPEND $15 A MONTH ON MAINTENANCE LMAAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@landonc5355]

Poor people car.

[@adamhull9692]

No one cares about your old beater car

[@jeremy7143]

issa camry

[@shawcobra]

​@@landonc5355 wont be poor for long, saving loads on maintenance and insurance...

[@ghenghiskhan6703]

@@landonc5355cars keep people poor.

[@s6xp]

You guys dont have 95 or 98 octane petrol? This car is supposed to run only with the 98 octane petrol in Europe to avoid engine problems.

[@carsofmedicine]

We use a different numbering system. 98 octane in Uk/Europe is equivalent to 93 octane in the US. Which is what I use.

[@jessyruel3006]

91 is enough for any turbo/high compression cars. Anything above that is totaly useless and a scam

[@daviddelosangeles6613]

how di you get a 2.99 interst wth

[@octcoming7090]

Because interest rates where lower that time.

[@carsofmedicine]

This was before the feds raised rates to combat inflation. The 6-7% right about now makes my eyes water

[@fcurcic]

22.8mpg is still pretty good if you drive it hard

[@NewToSea-Doo]

What you think of S5 vs RS5?

[@alexgreco748]

I wish I got 22.8 LOL. I get like 4 I reckon.

[@user-nv7kt6lq5k]

How? I pay $180 a month for me Audi every month in insurance😒

[@carsofmedicine]

Insurance been creeping up each year as insurance rates are rising overall. The number presented was my rate averaged over the last 3 years of ownership. I believe my most recent payment (I buy in 6-month intervals) was around $140/month

[@ambientsounds1416]

Is it a gas engine??

[@carsofmedicine]

It is the gas / petrol engine

[@Coveted.]

That’s unbelievable you got only 2% interest. Sounds like you bought it in 2019? Lucky Mf lmfao.

[@carsofmedicine]

Yeah the interest rate makes a huge difference on payments. The rates today are crazy!

[@Coveted.]

@@carsofmedicine I’m not political but you can thank Biden for that. It’s not too bad for me luckily, I’m averaging 8% but still. It’d be nice to get a solid 5 or lower.

[@kjbjb6243]

@@Coveted. you clearly are political and also wrong. The president doesn’t control interest rates, the rates went up to combat inflation which was due to quantitative easing for the past 20 years, as well as covid/global supply chain issues

[@Coveted.]

@@kjbjb6243 you are a fool lol.

[@natedoog07]

My a3 i pay 140 for oil change and my q7 i pay 170

[@kritika91]

Ok he's a PA. got it. Emergency med . makes sense. noted.

[@carsofmedicine]

Yeah, I have a normal channel based on my work as a PA, and I made this one because I enjoy cars, but the two spheres didn't mix well.

[@Jasiel.95]

Tell us what unexpected maintenance concerns may have come up, if any.

[@lolickypeepee23xdd6]

2300 a year is nuts, a 2013 maserati granturismo isnt even that much in maintenance

[@carsofmedicine]

It’s 10.3 cents a mile. I drive more than many people which means more wear and tear which means more maintenance.

[@mareksv1947]

10l/100km ain't bad at all. I get 7-9l on 10-15 year old weak diesels😅😂

[@ahasidic7172]

I had mine for 6 months sport back prestige 2019 22k miles, fucking deer ran into me totaled the car…

[@carsofmedicine]

Noooo! I drive late at night and some have sprinted right towards my car. It's definitely a fear.

[@brianfarrell7829]

It seems like German engineering sucks after all.

[@volvo_3877]

the engineering is outstanding, but VW reliability isnt great

[@lolickypeepee23xdd6]

German engineering is incredible, the issue is modern cars are made with planned obsolescence in mind and are built with all sorts of cost cutting- go back to the 90s or earlier and you can see people running over a mercedes with a monster truck or detonating a stick of dynamite under the hood and the car still works

[@carolynabe8916]

😣 *Promo SM*

[@bradcarter8987]

It's an audi not a toyota doesn't drive like a toyota

[@Mikezowski]

Also nobody stares at a Toyota or admires it. You don’t feel anything driving a Toyota.

[@Dragandspinn]

I feel a lot driving my Toyota! Like sand on my feet, the sun on my face. The texture of my passport pages and jet lag!

[@rileyhance318]

@@Dragandspinnjust say you dont like driving

[@iniester6724]

Are Audis a rare site in America? See them everywhere here in UK

[@rileyhance318]

@@iniester6724 they only sell premium audi models here where in europe you can find models with base engines configured. similar with mercedes and bmw. they just dont sell the lower trims here so those brands carry more weight in brand image

[@Asterious_]

lol 92 octane in Washington is 4.80 :(

[@carsofmedicine]

"Press F to pay respects"

[@idrizkast1031]

So.. buy a Camry.. got it.

[@jayrbagnes4661]

What about BMW?

[@MissionaryForMexico]

Do not buy Audi many issues with heads!

[@ericd.4460]

If you where aiming for arrogance in your comments about being able to afford an Audi or not, you got there in spades! My parents taught me good character, morals and etiquette.

[@carsofmedicine]

I'm unsure what comment triggered you, but there is no arrogance here. It is just a car. Step back from the keyboard a bit.

[@MrGarra69]

My man makes 180k a year yea we all do so what u spend is kinda irrelevant to normal American NOT MAKING WHAT U CLAIM YEARLY.

[@carsofmedicine]

Hey man, I worked my $8/hour retail & food jobs followed by $12/hour ambulance shifts before graduate school. My first real job had a base salary of $92,500 but I worked well over their hourly requirement. I now am 5 years into my career, negotiated higher rates, and have a couple side hustles to make it work. I acknowledge it's not a typical individual salary.

[@rav3552]

Super meaningful video man. Great to see someone making content that resonates perfectly with someone that may be looking to get a new or used performance Audi.

[@carsofmedicine]

Thank you for watching and leaving a thoughtful comment. All the best