Trim Report

Audi S5 Prestige2018

Includes:S5|Prestige
$7,500
Starting From
480
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 480 active dealer listings as of

Min $7,500
Max $83,875
From $7,500
Fresh

Prestige Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$16,950
$17K–$32K
119 listings76,261 avg miles
Premium
From$23,000
45 listings|$23K–$68K
Premium Plus
From$6,000
1,303 listings|$6K–$77K
Prestige
From$7,500
480 listings|$8K–$84K

2018 Audi S5 Prestige Pricing

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Where to Find Audi S5 Prestige

Location data for all 2018 Audi S5 trims combined

31States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (11%), but the remaining listings are spread across 30 other states nationwide.

Audi S5 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Audi S5 trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 2 recalls and 26 complaints for the 2018 Audi S5, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

2
Recalls
26
Complaints
2
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
21V8740002021-10-11
SEATS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe, 2019 RS5 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, and Audi S5 Sportback vehicles. The cable connecting the seat heater to the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) may have a contact fault, causing the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.

A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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19V5470002019-24-07
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4 Allroad vehicles. Oxidation on the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) connecting cable may cause the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.

A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 26 issues reported over 1 model years, engine problems are the most common for the 2018 Audi S5. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine8
02Unknown Or Other5
03Air Bags,seat Belts,seats1
04Parking Brake,air Bags,fuel/propulsion System1
05Power Train,engine1
26 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Audi S5 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Audi S5 trims

23–24mpg combined
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20-21city
·
29-30hwy
·
$2,400-$2,500/yr

The 2018 Audi S5 delivers 23 to 24 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 - Automatic (AM-S8)
24mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
21 city30 hwy~$2,400/yr5/10 Average
S5 Sportback - Automatic (AM-S8)
24mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
21 city30 hwy~$2,400/yr5/10 Average
S5 Cabriolet - Automatic (AM-S8)
23mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

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

Is the Prestige Worth It?

Common questions about the 2018 Audi S5 Prestige

How does the Prestige compare to other Audi S5 trims?

Every Audi S5 trim targets a different buyer. The 2018 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 Audi S5 Prestige?

The Prestige shares its core mechanicals with other Audi S5 trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for engine issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2018 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Audi S5 Prestige?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Audi S5 Prestige year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Audi S5 overview compares all years side by side.

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