DecodedCars2017 Audi S5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Cabriolet 3.0 Tfsi Quattro/Premium, 2dr Coupe 3.0 Tfsi Quattro/Quattro Premium
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- 182.7 in
- Curb weight
- 3,858–4,310 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 29 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2017 Audi S5 is a subcompact car offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 183 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,310 lb (2dr Cabriolet 3.0 Tfsi Quattro/Premium).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 28 highway), 9% worse than the 2017 subcompact car average of 23 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2017
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2016 S5 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 S5 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Cabriolet 3.0 Tfsi Quattro/Premium | 182.7 in | 72.8 in | 53.9 in | 108.3 in | 61.8 / 61 in | 4,310 lb | 51/49 |
| 2dr Coupe 3.0 Tfsi Quattro/Quattro Premium | 182.7 in | 72.8 in | 53.9 in | 108.3 in | 61.8 / 61 in | 3,858 lb | 51/49 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S5 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 28 / 21 | -9% | $3,900 | 413 |
| S5 Cabriolet | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | -9% | $3,900 | 428 |
| S5 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -13% | $4,100 | 439 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Audi S5.
Similar 2017 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Audi S5 (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2017 BMW 3 Series | 36 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2017 Lexus IS | 26 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2017 Audi A4 | 31 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Audi A3 | 34 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2017 Lexus GS | 31 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (1)
Seat Belts › Pretensioner · Mar 8, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V150000 · 1,676 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. A component within the front, rear, and rear center seat belt retractor pretensioners may detach after the seatbelt retractor pretensioner is deployed in the event of a crash.
- Risk
- Although, the seat belt will operate as intended in the event of a crash, the pretensioner component may be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the safety belt retractors/pretensioners, free of charge. The recall began on June 28,2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 69O8.
Not every 2017 Audi S5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2017 Audi S5 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2017 Audi S5 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Audi S5. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other S5 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 S5 | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 S5 | 23 | 190.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 S5 | 23 | 185.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 11 |
| 2024 S5 | 24 | 185.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 S5 | 24 | 185.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 3 |
| 2022 S5 | 24 | 185.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 S5 | 23 | 185.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 1 |
| 2020 S5 | 23 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 4 | 25 |
| 2019 S5 | 24 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 4 | 6 |
| 2018 S5 | 24 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 26 |
| 2016 S5 | 21 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 S5 | 21 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →