Used 2011 Audi S5 Prestige for sale 

Audi already had the best configuration laid out for the S5, which was working fine for the last three years. Thus, in the upcoming model year, the S5 will be continued to offer two distinctive trims - Prestige and Premium Plus. A lot of standard amenities adorn each of these trims, some of which are quite exclusive of their class too. Plus, the brand has a Titanium Sport package, which adds special dark-colored wheels and a black grille surround. The coupe can be equipped with a Sports Rear Differential package, which is basically the Audi Drive Select package without the suspension and steering adjustments.

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It is an obvious fact that one who wishes to buy a car that expensive will look for all the amenities that he can get. Thus, it is advisable to opt for the Prestige trim that inherits all the soft-touches along with its exemplary powertrain. Nevertheless, for those concerned with pure performance bliss, the Premium Plus should do the job

Audi S5 was an instant hit as soon as it entered the market. While one reason was its unparalleled looks, the other obviously was its overwhelming powertrain. The S5 coupe has a direct-injection 4.2-liter V-8 that’s good for 354 horsepower and 325 pounds-feet of torque. Considering the size of the vehicle, the power that emerges from the V-8 is substantial. 

Well, the fun does not stop here. The coupe comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission, a boon for enthusiasts, while a six-speed automatic with manual control is optional. In performance testing, a manual-equipped S5 coupe went from zero to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds. That is staggering for something that is meant to comfort the occupants at large.

Top competitors for the Audi S5 in this segment were its fellow Germans, the BMW 3 Series Coupe and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe. However, both these feel rather puny in front of Audi's authoritative powertrain. The display of vigor from the brand is perceived through the figures that it puts on the chart. The closest anyone of them got to the Audi was the 268 HP E-Class coupe. Yes, the BMW is a lot of fun to drive, and there is no RWD vehicle as agile and nimble as it, but at the end of the day, you will feel the lack of power when you hop in it after a drive inside the S5.

Considering the strenuous output from its V-8, there is hardly a chance that the Audi S5 will be easy on the pocket. According to the EPA, the sedan offers 14 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on a highway with the manual transmission. On the other hand, the one equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission geared up for up to 16 MPG in the city lights and 24 MPG on the highways. Surprisingly, the Audi S5 passes decently in its test for the economy, given its idea for vigor is much bolstered rather than providing extra miles to a gallon. 

On the contrary, the fellow German BMW exhibits a more refined powertrain, but not by a great margin whatsoever. As compared to the Audi’s 20 mpg, the 3 Series could put up 23 miles to a gallon combined. Meanwhile, the E-Class coupe follows the extravagant footsteps of the Audi S5. The only way Audi manages to compete with BMW in the segment is through a bigger fuel tank, and therefore a competitive range.

The S5's attractive cabin is one of its strong points, though the competition has largely caught up to Audi's formerly segment-leading interiors. The front sport seats are excellent for both enthusiastic driving and long-distance cruising. Of course, the S5 features a low seating position and a high cowl and beltline, which is sportier but might make shorter drivers feel submerged. 

As with most coupes, the head- and legroom in the rear seat is limited, though people stuck back there will be treated to their own set of climate controls. The rear seat back folds down in both the coupe and convertible variants to accommodate larger cargo items, a welcome convenience in a high-buck performance car.

Even dimensionally, the Audi S5 is quite wide and large in the segment. The leather-upholstered front bucket seats provide that often elusive combination of accessibility and lateral support, while the rear seating area serves as a comfortable enclave for two. The S5 moves the meter, with S-design leather sport seats, Silk Nappa leather, and unique inlays (brushed aluminum, carbon fiber, stainless steel, or gray birch), completing the high-performance impression. Major interior features include-

• Front sport seats
• Three Zone Climate Control
• Leather seats
• Brushed aluminum trim
• Electric Speed-proportional Power Steering
• 8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

2011 Audi S5 Coupe Infotainment:

When it comes to in-car entertainment, there is hardly any Audi that goes empty-handed. The coupe’s Multi-Media Interface (MMI) routes many functions through a control knob mounted on either the dashboard or the center console, depending on whether the optional navigation system is present. The dash-mounted version can be frustrating to operate, but the console-mounted one is the most user-friendly MMI yet. Standard equipment includes satellite radio, Bluetooth, and an auxiliary input jack. Navigation, Audi’s Multimedia Interface infotainment system and a Bang & Olufsen stereo were optional when it was new. Major infotainment features include-

• 1 Subwoofer
• Diversity Antenna
• 3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
• Speed-Sensitive Volume Control
• 180-Watt Audio Output
• 10 Total Speakers
• Bluetooth

As the only enthusiast pub in the U.S. with a regular column (by Robert Cumberford) focusing on automotive design, Automobile Magazine knows of what it writes. In 2009 the magazine awarded its "Design of the Year" to Audi’s A5 Coupe. One look confirms their selection.

You’re greeted by Audi’s mono-form grille, drawn in by carefully sculpted side contours and delighted by a crisp character line that runs the length of the car. The A5/S5 mechanical layout sets the engine further back in the chassis than in the typical FWD/AWD norm, allowing for a shorter front overhang and more athletic stance.

The BMW 3 Series is the only one with the ability to take 5 passengers. Even the E-Class seats only one single adult in the rear. On the other hand, the Audi S5 coupe is marginally smaller than its counterparts but has a better track width to compensate for the lost comfort in length. On the other hand, the BMW and the Mercedes-Benz are almost identical in their own sense. Few key features include-

• LED daytime running lights and taillights
• Standard 19-inch alloy wheels
• Available sport suspension
• Quad exhaust

The 2011 Audi S5 comes standard with antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, and front-seat side airbags. The coupe has standard side curtain airbags and the convertible features pop-up roll bars. A blind-spot warning system is optional on the Prestige. In Edmunds brake testing, both S5 body styles came to a stop from 60 mph in 110 feet, solid performance for a luxury performance car of this type. Standard safety features include:

• Four-wheel antilock disc brakes
• Side-impact airbags for the front seats
• Side curtain airbags
• Electronic stability system

Audi S5 Coupe is one of the most admirable coupes in the US market now. The exceptional powertrain with a powerful grunt is the most attractive feature of this coupe. Besides, its aesthetics and cutting-edge design make it one of the most beautiful cars on the roads. Yes, the price is a bit expensive, and also the infotainment feels a bit complex, but they are only negligible facts in front of the coupe’s extraordinary performance. From our side, it is a green signal for the S5 Coupe.