DecodedCars2024 Audi S5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Convertible, 2dr Coupe, Sportback
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 349 hp
- Transmission
- automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 21 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- 185.4–187.8 in
- Curb weight
- 3,605–4,233 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 33 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Audi S5 is a subcompact car offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,233 lb (2dr Convertible).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway), 4% better than the 2024 subcompact car average of 23.1 MPG, for an estimated $3,400 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the forward collision avoidance.
What changed for 2024
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 S5 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 S5 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Ingolstadt, Germany
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2024 S5 configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Convertible | 185.4 in | 72.8 in | 53.9 in | 108.7 in | 62.6 / 61.8 in | 4,233 lb | 56/44 |
| 2dr Coupe | 185.4 in | 72.8 in | 53.9 in | 108.7 in | 62.6 / 61.8 in | 3,605 lb | 56/44 |
| Sportback | 187.8 in | 72.4 in | 54.3 in | 111.4 in | 62.6 / 61.8 in | 3,704 lb | 57/43 |
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 Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 29 / 24 | +4% | $3,400 | 376 |
| S5 Sportback | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | -20% | $3,550 | 384 |
| S5 Cabriolet | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 22 | -5% | $3,750 | 397 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Audi S5.
Similar 2024 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi S5 (this car) | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 BMW 3 Series | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Lexus IS | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi A4 | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Audi S5.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2024 Audi S5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Audi S5 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 6,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 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 |
| 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 |
| 2017 S5 | 21 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 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 →