Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 20 complaints for the 2010 Audi S5, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 20 issues reported over 1 model years, air bags problems are the most common for the 2010 Audi S5. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Air Bags7

02Power Train6

03Fuel System, Gasoline1

04Engine1

05Power Train,electronic Stability Control (esc),fuel/propulsion System1

20 total across 1 model years (2010–2010)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Audi S5 Fuel Economy

17–20mpg combined

14-17city

22-26hwy

$4,100-$4,800/yr

The 2010 Audi S5 delivers 17 to 20 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

S5 Cabriolet - Automatic (S7)

20mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Supercharged · All-Wheel Drive

17 city26 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor

S5 - Automatic (S6)

19mpg

4.2L 8-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

16 city24 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor

S5 - Manual 6-spd

17mpg

4.2L 8-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

14 city22 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2010 Audi S5

31States

31%in top 3

Florida has the most inventory at 11%, with options spread across 31 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

FLFlorida

21911%

CACalifornia

19710%

TXTexas

19310%

NYNew York

1296%

NJNew Jersey

1196%

PAPennsylvania

1095%

ILIllinois

985%

DEDelaware

945%

GAGeorgia

905%

AZArizona

613%

COColorado

603%

MOMissouri

503%

DCWashington DC

492%

MDMaryland

432%

NCNorth Carolina

402%

UTUtah

372%

CTConnecticut

372%

WAWashington

362%

MI32

NH28

NV26

OR25

WI23

OH23

TN23

MA16

AL13

OK13

VA12

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2010.

Buying a 2010 Audi S5?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2010 Audi S5 a good car to buy?

The 2010 Audi S5 has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report air bags as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 2010 Audi S5?

You'll get between 17 and 20 MPG combined from the 2010 Audi S5, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2010 Audi S5?

Out of 20 owner complaints, air bags issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.