Review: 2012 Audi S5
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- čas přidán 8. 09. 2024
- I review the 2012 Audi S5 with the Tiptronic automatic transmission. Would you rather have the automatic or manual in this car? Huge thanks to Harrison Auto Sales for allowing me to review this car. This car has already been sold, but they have many other great cars. Their current inventory can be found here: www.autotrader....
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5 year old design and it still looks better than the new 4-series from BMW...timeless design Audi, simply great.
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That's because an Italian designed it - Walter DeSilva, ex FIAT and ALFA ROMEO, and then Head of Design @ AUDI from 2002 - 2007. What?? You weren't foolish enough to expect beauty from the Germans were you? lol :)
10 year old design now
the simple lines on this 09-12 gen still looks better than the 13-16 and new 17 lines
the lines really that noticeable? i plan to buy the v8 manual s5 but i like the look of the b8.5 much more
Thank you Matt for your wonderful reviews, particularly this one, as it convinced me that one day, this is the very car I would want to have. Here in Malaysia imports are taxed 300%, so buying new is out of the question for most of us. I'm pleased to say after shopping around for a year or so, I found the perfect one for me - a 2009 Deep Sea Blue, White interior S5 V8, with only 35,000 kms on the clock - verified by my independent Audi specialist, where it is now awaiting some small fixes.
It is a fantastic machine, is luxurious and quiet most of the time, but has a tiger-like roar when you pop it in sport mode. Buttery smooth (that's the quote that sold me). The other thing that sold me is the sound it makes when just taking off moderately from a traffic light - that low, resonating hum from the V8, going through the tiptronic transmission - which as you say, works spectacularly.
At 54, I'm probably twice the age of most of your viewers - just wanted to say I rate you among the top 3. Keep it going, and much success and respect to you!
Hi sir! Im from Malaysia too, and im also planning to get an Audi S5 2009 V8. How's the reliability of the car? Heard that the transmission is pretty solid if well taken care of. What about the engine?
@@nguanjoogoh6822 hi there! Great choice! Just spend the time to find a good one, is my best advice. I found a 2010 and a 2008, and brought them both to my mechanic for a thourough inspection at the same time, side by side. They spent about 4 or 5 hours running diagnostics and visual checks, as well as drive testing. Despite being newer and having the pano roof and Bang and Olufsen sound system, their reccomendation was that the older car was in fact in better condition. There were no oil leaks, pressure within each cylinder bank was the same, and within the expected range. the mileage was very low 35k vs 100k, and that I would have little or no problem with the engine, as long as I changed oil on time. Which I have. Since then I have doubled the mileage and happy to report no problems other than the usual break pads, oil changes, tyres. Im still on original spark plugs.
@@MrVaughanW wow that's amazing! Glad to hear that the 4.2 engines from Audi are reliable! Any electronic issue so far? Im assuming that you're driving in Malaysia right? As in hot climate? Also I have two choices for now, its a 2008 vs 2009 ones, it has similar mileage. Any suggestions?
@@nguanjoogoh6822 i would say go with the one that is in better condition, and not just from the eye, but take it to a specialist and spend some small money to make sure its not going to be a money pit! If the engine is fine, no leaks, runs smooth and strong, then its ok. But to fix even a small leak they have to spend alot of labor to move things out of the way.
Electrical issues only minor so far... Lighter had to be rewired to bypass a failed circuit board that controls the lighters. (around 2k to replace.. So just bypass la).
Rear left break light is partially not functioning, but there is enough working to render it safe and legal. That one also another 2k to fix. So Im living with it for now.
Apart from that, engine and transmission are superb, change the all oils including the quattro differential oil as a matter of preventive maintenance, and then every 70-100k for transmission and diff oil.
Oh, some of the hard plastics that were uses in the earlier cars dont stand the test of time in our heat. The entire rear seat backs and armrest brackets in my car are. Crumbling to pieces. You might want to check for that. Tyres also wear out quickly, even with regular rotations..ive had michelin pilot sport 4s and I got 30k kms out of them. But when I brought the car in to my tyre shop they showed me the inner tread on the rears where already worn to the reinforcing metal in the tyre... So plan on forking out 4k every 25k kms for tyres 😂
Just to add a couple more observations...it could be subjective, but I do feel that the engine performs to its best with premium high octane (97-100) fuel...it just feels smoother and it seems like you get a few extra horsepower in the upper reaches of the revs... Recently ive been doing alot of trips on the empty highways and have had a chance to get up to 225 - 230 kmh for extended periods... And you can feel premium fuel is better.
The other thing is the gearbox, while its superb in that you essentially have 3 drive modes to choose from - normal, sport, and manual via the paddles (and I use all 3 in different situations) normal is what I use around town at low speeds, and in normal mode, i feel the box should pick 2nd gear, when it picks 3rd, which means you dont get very good pickup from low speed. For example, if you slow down for a smart tag, you do not need to stop.. You can roll through at about 7 kmh and the toll gate will lift. But the box remains in 3rd gear. It should really switch to 2nd gear. So I always end up manually shifting into 2nd gear to take off again. And unlike the dual clutch shiftronic in the later 3 liter supercharged s5's from 2013 onwards, where you can reinstate automatic mode by keeping the up shift paddle on for a few seconds, you cant do that on these older auto boxes. So you end up being in manual mode when you shouldnt really need to. But even with that, I still prefer the auto, simply because its a more robust unit, and it shifts more smoothly most of the time.
One more annoying thing, is that I cant mount my touch n go toll card anywhere where it doesnt block my view out, or the sound coming out of the dash speaker. So I end up laying it on the dash with a synthetic rubber liner, which doesn't always stick on the dash. I could mount the bracket on top just behind the visor, but then the visor wont fold completely open, which is annoying.
But hey, at the end of the day, its a V8! So who cares 😉
I have the S5 prestige V8 6MT. This car is amazing! Luxurious and sporty all in one. Get the sport differential!
I love the S5 and this one was beautiful. The interior was gorgeous especially that piano black trim. The chase car shots were very well down. It looked great rolling in the rain.
They should've kept the V8...
They did, the RS5 has/had it, and I feel like the 3.0sc was meant for the S5, as the 2.0t is meant for the S5. Audi Adlai had to distinguish the S5 from the RS5 engine wise.
Izzy G I believe the RS5 had the same V8 the R8 4.2 had.
Jarek Jellison yes but the r8 has dry sump and rs5 doesnt if im correct
They switched to a V6 because of the fuel economy demands.
no one would buy the rs5 if they both had v8's
Manual. Always Manual. You should think about doing reviews of some slightly older cars....Maybe a Prelude, RSX, 300ZX...etc etc etc.
Really love the A5-Series from Audi...One of the best looking and driving cars from germany...Great review as always, Matt ! Please keep them coming. It's so great to hear your opinion, especially about german cars ! ;)
Thanks Guido! I'll definitely keep them coming!
+subaruwrxfan bring the s5 sportback over here ! Thats by far the best car in the line . 😩 we need it here
Great review man. I take your opinion very seriously just like I do with Carlos Lago, Chris Harris, Johnny Leiberman and Matt Farah. Thats pretty good company to be with. Keep it up buddy.
Wow, I'm honored to even be mentioned in the same sentence as them. Thank you, I'm glad you enjoy the reviews!
the supercharged v6 is awesome. Got to drive this car, awesome handling.
"Let's turn on this backroad here and see how it does."
And then you put on the most epic face LOL. It's always the same face too, whether you're driving an R8 or a Civic. :D
"As far as automatics come this is probably as good as you're gonna get"
IS-F: Hold my sake and watch this
I hate the transmission in that car lol
that is the exact car that i bought 2 months ago but mine has black interior, i agree with everything you said there is nothing wrong with this car. Subaruwrxfan your videos are amazing, keep up the good work.
You made my day with the S5. I have always loved this car.
Its 2014 and I still say a 3rd pedal with a stick shift should be the STANDARD transmission on every car. Keep da dual clutches as options ONLY !! I've driven and S4 with a 6MT and boy do these Audi's come to life.
i remember this car in hitman it was silver and that sexy v8 roar... these lines never get old! epic car.
We're in 2019 now, that's my car and believe me, it is still relevant to this date. AMAZING car.
Hey I'm about to buy a 2010 with high mileage anything I should think of changing soon?
Issa Elevo very reliable car my audi s5 2009 have 300000 miles and run great !
I literally just picked mine up. I’m excited to really play around with this thing
Congrats! Is it 2012? I'm also looking for it w/a manual.
I’m looking at a 2012 on Carvana with 53,000 miles. How is yours going for you?
always watch ur vids :) suggestions for future reviews:
-c63 amg (estate if possible)
-r34 GTR
-BMW M5 (v10 version)
-BMW m3 e46
-Ford Focus RS
-Renault megane sport (hothatch)
-Landrover Sport /evoque
we would love you even more
I found a white 2012 S5 online near me for sale. Only has 34,000 miles on it and is going for $28k. I hope it'll be there in Jan 2018 when I start working so I can buy it lol.
I bought my first car, a 2007 Audi A3, after watching your video on the 06 DSG I bought it and loved it for 5 years, after buying a 2011 V8 S5 I watched this video and I love how you review Audis, you're very fair but also realize how cool these cars can be
Thanks Neil, I'm glad you like the videos! The V8 S5s are even more special now than they were back then!
@@MattMaranMotoring you're telling me, it took me a while to figure out what chassis and engine code my car is because most websites think I have a V6 XD
You are definetly right about this car being flawless, but I strongly believe you should try the manual even if it's on a 2013. I personally think it's a whole new level of fun compared to the auto.
Love the 2010 look, my most favorite car from any other car that was ever created
What's different from 2010 look?
subaruwrxfan. I remember you from the Need for Speed Underground 2 GameSpot/GameFAQs forums from way back in the day. That's crazy how far you've come, congrats. Keep on truckin man.
Look where he’s at now!
Everything is spectacular, this is a really nice car as you said. If I ever had to choose one I'd get this engine. Then it's pretty safe I mean the Airbags, chassis, Traction control and many little particulars which can help you during a daily drive, another thing is the special traction "QUATTRO" which means in my language "4" and that's because the car has All Wheel Drive. That's good because Audi's still testing and improving this new traction in Germany and Italy. Nice review take care you too!
Really loving this car, you can use it everyday, all year around, its luxury powerful and good looking. Such a shame that service costs are so high, otherwise i would have an S5 in my driveway.
Holy ****, that sound at 7:00 really surprised me (in a good way lol), anyway, beautiful car and good review, thanks.
Just got one 2 days ago and I agree! Love it! My ‘12 is the convertible and has the supercharged v6 couldn’t ask for more!
i want this car so hard!!! im realy starting to like your reviews. you get into the details the little things. everyone else just talks about the engine and the 0 - 60 times, witch i can read off the net.
good job.
I like this review, I like that you actually talk about the car rather than try super hard to be funny or what not.
Your reviews are getting really good, as good as so-called professional reviewers online and in some cases even better, congrats!
I've owned a 2008/9 audi S5 coupe in sprint pearl blue with silver nappa leather interior. It's the tiptronic auto 4.2l V8.
My previous cars were the:
st170 Ford focus ST, 2009 BMW335D coupe with a stage 1 remap (great car!)
Audi A4 2.0fsi sport avant.
BMW 318 cabriolet
Vectra Sri 150bhp
Saab 93 1.9tdi
Ford escort 1.8 ghia 1999
Ford fiesta 1.4 zetec
Fiat bravo 1.4 1998
Land rover freelander td4 2.0 sport.
Ok so not the best cars in the world but I can definitely say the Audi S5 V8!! still makes me look back every day and smile.
Behind the wheel is fun every time and it's my daily driver at 11 years old.
That camera mount from the side is great you should keep doing it
Hello, I'm about to purchase a 2011 Audi S5 with 140,000 miles, two owner. $10k. Ya'll think its a good buy? seems like a lot of miles
I have been lusting after the A/S 5 since they were introduced! Gorgeous automobiles in every sense. Timeless beauty, I will own one soon!
Great video subaruwrxfan, cant wait to hear your thoughts on the leaked wrx this friday in the news portion
Thanks! I will definitely be talking about it!
Really great video as always, I love watching these. The S5 is so good looking inside and out.
This made me buy my A5, although with the smallest engine but I'm super happy with it as is. Of course I would love an S5 or RS5 but I have to pay the bills as well. :-)
Just wanted to say that your videos are great, keep them coming! Best Regards from Sweden!
This is my dream car, Im so glad you did a review on it!
Matt, superb review, i came here to watch this review, but stayed to watch pretty much all your videos. great approach to reviews.
I always considered this car but you've sold me on it.
First time I hear you talk about fuel performance and this is my 11 video I have being watching
Watching this in 2020.
jesus on that first pull it sounded beautiful
*sniffs*
It's just so damn beautiful.
Nice review of a great car.
The intro with the piano is absolutely brilliant just a little better camera work and it could be top gear worthy great editing tho
My uncle had this car with a manual. It looks great and the sound is very nice as well! Nice review!
Love my V8 S5, fantastic car, comfortable, sounds fantastic, plenty quick enough.
Ur like the go to reviewer for me and I was considering getting ome of these and ur impressions made it a definite thanks for doing what u do so damn good!
Great review! I liked your style but the name of your channel doesn't do you justice as I was expecting trash talk and hearing how Subaru is 1000 times better. I was pleasantly surprised! Add another subscriber to your channel :)
Only problem with the AC contorls is they are impossible to operate with the gearstick in park because it just blocks them, kinda sucks but other than that epic car.!
Just buy a proper manual.
s5 is a lovely car :) fellow s series owner
Thank you for reviewing this car. I have a 2010 S5 V8 with a GIAC tune among other things. I love this car and recommend it as well. Thank you again :)
Beautiful car, looking at this 03:10 nice shot you can really see that Audi owns Lamborghini! Love it!
I think it's time to sell BRZ and buy Audi S5
evenflow919 One HELL of a LOT more!!!
ive loved Audis forever I cannot wait to get a used a5 there so cheap for what the car is
Love your videos bro! You did the hellcat review which is awesome was waiting for one! now if you'd do a 2007-2009 audi s8 review will be awesome!!!
best AUDI review so far...
Hey man, big fan of your car reviews. Im now looking to buy a 2010 audi s5 and was wondering what your experience was like with the paddle shifting. Was it fast upshifts? Does it Rev-match when downshifting? Thanks in advance.
Great review man, they're just getting better and better. It was intereeting to hear what you had to say about the S5, i just love Audis! It would be pretty cool if you would be able to get your hands on a 370Z as its almost a mix between a BRZ and S5, kind of in between. Keep it up!
I've been looking intently at a s5 2011-15, what I'm most concerned about is mechanical reliability of these more sporty Audis...how do they hold up mechanically?
They're fine with the s5 you want the na v8 for 2 reasons 1. Engine is na so less to go wrong 2. The gearbox is a zf not a dual clutch like the v6 so that'll be more reliable
I've been back and forth from a cayman to a boxster to a 911 and I don't know how or why I'm considering this car but its probably because its much cheaper than the above cars (even in the manual option).
Could you do a review on a BMW 335i?
Have you considered reviewing rsx type s?
Great review, really useful and interesting to watch. Would you be able to review the rs6 c6 in the future, love that car.
lovely car and I'm gonna own this baby some day
When you start to speed up you should get a shot of the gauges!!! Like rpm and speedo
He already makes videos like that. He call 'em "TRU POV" you can type that and search on his channel, He'll probably make a TRU POV on this car.
Another great review Matt
Nice review Matt. Did driving that S5 make it hard to get back into your BRZ?
Nice review! Could you do a review a 2010 Infiniti g37s coupe? Thanks!(;
i want one so bad
Im searching for one right now
Another awesome review man!!!
@12:12 excellent videography here. Great shot!
Excellent Review
This may seem like an odd question but what do you use to edit your videos? I've got tons of videos I would like to upload but I can't really get them the way I want them
I use Adobe Premiere Pro CS6.
Oh okay thanks! I've just been using the editor my computer came with but thanks I'll look for that one
If you're wearing a mic, nut your voice on the cameras audio so there isn't an echo
So sleek, really nice intro! Keep using it
best car reviewer
Have you ever thought on doing a review on lincoln mkz's? Maybe the 2011 model or especially the 2014 model
Good video as always keep doing it.
Hello subaru , I am on the verge of buying a Audi S5 2011 , but after seeing the facelift edition , I am slowly changing my opinion, which one you'd think I should go for ? ( i love the steering wheel and the new headlights of the facelift version ) but the sound of it's predecessor .. Best regards .
there are some shops that can do 2013 facelift conversion, preferably Ill take the 4.2 V8 it has slightly more horsepower, sounds ridiculously good with Armytrix valvetronic exhaust.. however the carbon build up issue might take you down a notch... I'm in the market for 1 as well but it's hard to find one in a meticulous condition with decent mileage
so im a senior in high school i have a 2007 civic lx which i like its superrrr fun to drive but it needs more power im gonna get a new car before college i want something that doesn't get terrible gas millage and isn't to expensive to work on for around 25K im looking at lexus is350s, BRZ, older wrx if anyone has any suggestions i would love to hear them!!! Thanks :D
You should do a review for the 2004 VW gti vr6. That would be nice! Thanks!
I have a audi s5 4.2 v8 2009 and had 308000 miles run great !
How was the maintenance cost since u had it?
I just saw one used, for only $13k. Loaded, Blk/Blk with the Bang & Olufsen High-End Audio Pkg. This has to be the best used GT car value on the market. Yes, I know the 335i / M3 are better driver's cars, but that's a true sports sedan, not a GT like this.
I'm glad they switched to a SC v6, V8 sound is nice, but the tunability is toilet. The SC V6 has the responsiveness of an NA and can be tuned to well over 400whp on pump gas.
I love my 2010 S5. I have the 6-speed manual. On my daily 30 mile commute which is 10% city, 90% highway, I get 23.5/mpg combined every single day, and that's U.S. gallons doing 75mph. At 55mph, it gets 30+/mpg all day long.
Not to bad for a powerful V8. I go 300 miles each tank before fueling.
Went 475 miles each tank before fueling my TDI Jetta though. :)
Now, put your foot into it for a bit of "spirited driving" and of course those numbers will plummet.
Problem is the electronic e-brake, can't play around in the snow
PLEASE DO A PORSCHE PANAMERA. I LOVE your videos body just please a Panamera
I’m getting it
I love this video...but I totally disagree with the steering feel. I own one of these and the steering is totally numb compared to BM's and MB's. Handling is great, but steering feel is not so great.
Fast Audis are known for lacking in steering feel and being a bit uninvolving and numb, but you seem to disagree. Not saying you're wrong, just something I noticed :)
An amazing Audi to review would be the B7 RS4. :) Make it happen one day pleasee.
anyone know if it still shifts good if you let off the gas before shifting with the paddles like you would in a manual? is it smooth or jerky?
Do you prefer the V8 S5 or the V6 supercharged S5?
you should review a ford focus st if you can get a hold of one
Want this to be my first car. A nice v8
Same here!
can you do a 2010-2013 VW gti review? I know you did a review on a old gti
do a review of the f30 with dynamic handling package
Review an R8 spyder !!!!