2012 audi s5 v8 manual reviews

Based on the fourcylinder a5 coupe and convertible, the s5 benefits from either a supercharged v6 or burly v8 engine and more athletic handling. Dec 29, 2011 ok, just in case you missed the news and despite earlier media reports that it would, audi did not drop the 4. But while the standard a5, and even automaticequipped s5 models, werent quite as engaging as some rivals, the s5 with a v8 and a 6speed manual was absolutely the one to have. The original audi s5 was an absolutely beautiful car that much is obvious. To answer one of raynals questions, the s5 cabriolet gets the supercharged sixcylinder for 2010, but the coupe keeps the v8. Transmission options consist of a standard sixspeed manual transmission an optional 6speed automatic transmission with sport shift. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Request a dealer quote or view used cars at msn autos. Available transmissions include a 6speed manual or automatic. Apr 01, 2011 audis clutch and shifter action is close to my definition of perfect.

The audi s5 sportback was unveiled at the 2009 frankfurt motor show, and went on sale in the spring of 2010 with a msrp of 57,900 the audi s5, in comparison to the a5, features a more aggressive body style typical design for audi s and rs models which consists of side skirts, bigger. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. We go for a drive and compare it to the supercharged v6. Those with a hunger for more performance wont feel left out, either, as audi offers the more powerful 2012 audi s5 with either a v8 or supercharged v6. The 2012 a5 coupe gets 2129 mpg cityhighway with an automatic transmission, which is fairly good for the class. In this video i give a full in depth tour of the 2012 audi s5. Aug 20, 2012 the audi s5 has made some good steps forward for 2012. A sixspeed manual transmission is standard and a sixspeed automatic with manual control. View similar cars and explore different trim configurations.

Both the audi a5 coupe and its cabriolet convertible sibling are striking designs that offer comfortable, easytodrive capacity for two peopleand four in a pinch find out why the 2012 audi a5. Although the cabriolet version of the s5 receives a supercharged v6, under the s5 coupes hood lies a 4. Search over 800 listings to find the best chicago, il deals. While straight line performance and handling are not up to m3 standards, the v8 has excellent lowend grunt something missing from the g37x, 335is and even the s5 cabrio and epic, puckerfree grip. I take viewers on a close look through the interior and exterior of this car while showing det. Ive owned 4 manual transmission audis over the years with no problem, but turns out, this model has a main transmission bearing that was until recently, made from a composite material. Test drivers wrote that the a5 is more of a touring car than a highperformance machine, with a comfortable ride and solid handling. Numberswise, that puts it behind competitors bmw m3 at 414 hp and the. Audi s impressive 7speed dsg is only available on the s5. Premium price, allaround performance could be better, cabriolet has a softtop rather than a retractable hardtop. Audi claiming identical times for both the sixspeed manual and the. We have 61 2012 audi s5 vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 18 1owner cars, and 102 personal use cars.

It takes viewers on a close look through the interior and exterior of this car while showing details, over viewing of features, and noting unique styling cues to the vehicle itself. The audi s5 is the sports coupe to have on the road today between the led running lights and the drive select also the more then heavenly v8 and then theres the intuitive mmi system along with the. Transmission choices on the coupe include a standard sixspeed manual or. We have 61 2012 audi s5 vehicles for sale that are reported. The 2012 audi s5 coupe is brands only s model in the united states offered with a v 8 engine.

Audi s5 manual 8 cylinder cars for sale in australia. Killer styling, sonorous v8 coupeonly, satisfying supercharged v6 cabrioletonly, topshelf interior. Search over 800 listings to find the best local deals. The last audi s5 to have the v8 im so in love i finally get to drive one of my dream cars the last audi s5 to have the v8 im so in love. Despite the more efficient powertrain housed inside the 2012 s5, the curious thing is that it carries the. I currently own a 2012 s5 with a manual transmission. Sitting in traffic, an e550 coupe crawls onto the highway and parks just a few cars ahead and a few lanes over. In a surprising turn of events, audi has dropped the cars standard 4. Used audi s5 with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Jul, 2011 the biggest update for the 2012 audi s5 can be found under the hood. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2012 audi s5 coupe 2d quattro. Search over 900 listings to find the best atlanta, ga deals.