2027 Audi S5audiPhoto credit: audiPhoto credit: audiPhoto credit: audiPhoto credit: audiAdvertisementAdvertisementPhoto credit: audiPhoto credit: audiPhoto credit: audiPhoto credit: audiAdvertisementAdvertisementAppealing all-rounderIntuitive infotainmentSwift accelerationNot very sporty overallSome cheap-feeling materialsUseless passenger displayFor drivers who find the A5 too plain, Audi offers the S5. This luxurious four-door combines a practical hatchback body with a performance-oriented engine and all-wheel-drive chassis. Above the S5, Audi also builds the even sharper RS5.Sporty luxury rivals to the S5 include the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe, Polestar 4, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class.What's NewChanges to the S5 for 2027 mirror those of the standard A5. The lineup is condensed to a single trim level, while new options packages add additional driver assistance and luxury features.What We ThinkRather than a sharp-edged sport sedan, the Audi S5 feels more like a rapid, refined grand tourer. Its smooth turbocharged V-6 delivers ample acceleration, while the dual-clutch transmission and Quattro all-wheel drive put power to the ground with sure-footed confidence.AdvertisementAdvertisementDespite that, it's just not very fun, lacking the visceral connection of true driver's cars.Like every modern Audi, tech is a focus inside the S5. Its intuitive digital displays run Audi's excellent user interface, but there are too few physical buttons for basic functions.The seats are fairly roomy, and its hatchback cargo area expands everyday versatility. However, interior material quality could be improved in some areas.Overall, the 2027 S5 feels less distinctive and athletic than its predecessors. It feels more like a powerful A5 than a special performance variant. Even so, its speed, comfort, practicality, and reasonable value make it a compelling luxury all-rounder.Top-Ranked Competitors:BMW M440i Gran CoupeHyundai Ioniq 5 NVolkswagen Golf RTesla Model 3 PerformanceWhat Engine Is in the Audi S5?The S5 packs a turbocharged V-6 engine that produces 362 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. It's backed by a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and Audi's signature Quattro AWD system. Fuel economy for the S5 rates at 20/29 mpg city/highway.AdvertisementAdvertisementHow Quick Is the S5?In MotorTrend testing, the S5 launched from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds before crossing the quarter mile in 12.9 seconds at 107.1 mph. Decelerating from 60 mph to a stop took 106 feet, a solid result.Safety Ratings and FeaturesIn IIHS crash testing for 2026, the A5 earned Top Safety Pick+ status, the best possible outcome. The S5 could be assumed to be similarly safe.Standard FeaturesAutomatic emergency braking, rear and side cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high-beams are among the S5's standard safety features.Available FeaturesThe S5 can be equipped with Adaptive Cruise Assist Plus, which enhances the vehicle's driving assistance capability based on real-time road conditions, traffic, and speed limits.Audi's Hot Hatchback?The S5 looks like it has a trunk, but it's a hatchback. The tailgate lifts up to reveal a spacious cargo area that's joined with the main cabin. Cargo capacity measures 22.6 cubic feet and expands to 37.5 cubic feet when the back seats are folded down.TechnologyInfotainmentThe 2027 S5 is equipped with an 11.9-inch digital driver's display and 14.5-inch infotainment touchscreen running Audi's award-winning MMI system. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also included. USB-C ports and a wireless charging pad are standard. A 360-degree camera eases parking.Sound SystemAbove the standard setup, a 20-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium audio system with headrest speakers can be optioned.Available UpgradesA 10.9-inch passenger touchscreen, upgraded animated LED headlights, fast-charging USB-C ports, and a built-in dashcam are available as options.How Much Is a New Audi S5?Pricing for the 2027 Audi S5 starts at slightly less than $65,000, or about $13,000 more than the standard A5. Its performance upgrades include its V-6 engine, larger brakes, adaptive air suspension, and 19-inch wheels with summer tires.AdvertisementAdvertisementLike the A5, it's offered in one trim level for 2027. Standard features include LED headlights and taillights, a power-operated tailgate, leather upholstery, heated front seats, a wireless charging pad, and a 360-degree camera.Is the New Audi RS5 a Hybrid?The S5 is quick, but the RS5 takes things to even higher levels. Visually, the fastback body buffs up with widened wheel arches and aggressive bumpers, featuring Audi RS signature dual oval tailpipes at the rear.Under the hood is a twin-turbocharged V-6, supplemented by an electric motor as part of its plug-in hybrid powertrain. That gives it some all-electric driving range, but power is the point: The RS5 has 630 hp and 608 lb-ft of torque.A clever torque-vectoring differential is among its chassis upgrades, and gives the RS5 excellent, drift-capable handling. Thing is, all this hardware makes the RS5 very heavy. Can the car work around it? Check out our First Drive review for all the details.