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2018 Audi S5

US · Subcompact Cars

The 2018 Audi S5 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Power
Not available
Torque
Not available
Transmission
8-speed dual-clutch
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Seating
Not available
Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
DCT
Capacity
Not available
Exterior Dimensions
Not available
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement3.0 L
Cylinders6
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionDual-clutch
Gears8
DrivetrainAWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)
City21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Highway30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 12, 2026.

  • 21V874000: 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's…

    Reported November 10, 2021. View on NHTSA

  • 19V547000: 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.

    Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 74D9.

    Reported July 24, 2019. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 12, 2026

Data verified: October 12, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • 2017 Audi S5

    Gasoline

    3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI) · AWD
    21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

  • 2019 Audi S5

    Gasoline

    3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · AWD
    24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2018 Audi S5 have?

3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Audi S5?

Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2018 Audi S5 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2018 Audi S5?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 12, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.