Audi S5 Model Years and History

Following a 2025 redesign that phased out traditional coupes and convertibles, the 2026 Audi A5 and S5 lineups are now simplified to a single, four-door liftback sedan body style, solidifying the four-door liftback (a hatchback but marketed as a sedan) as the sole option for both the A5 and the sportier S5. For the 2026 model year, the Audi A5 and S5 are redesigned models, not carryovers. They represent the new generation and replace both the previous A4 sedan and A5 Sportback, consolidating the lineup into a single Sportback (hatchback) body style.

The all-new Audi A5 and S5 debut for 2025, offering refined design, enhanced technology, and improved powertrain efficiency. The RS 5 model carries over with performance-oriented updates.

The all-new Audi A5 and S5 debut for 2025, offering refined design, enhanced technology, and improved powertrain efficiency. The RS 5 model carries over with performance-oriented updates.

The Audi A5, RS 5 and S5 carry over with minimal changes for 2024.

The Audi A5, RS 5 and S5 carry over with minimal changes for 2024.

The Audi A5, RS 5 and S5 carry over with minimal changes for 2024.

The Audi A5, RS 5 and S5 carry over with minimal changes for 2023.

The Audi A5, RS 5 and S5 carry over with minimal changes for 2023.

The Audi A5, RS 5 and S5 carry over with minimal changes for 2023.

For 2022 the Audi A5 family has a few changes including a 19-inch wheel option, Black Optic Plus package is now available in the 40 Sportback, and a sport suspension is standard in all models. The S5 gained standard 19-inch wheels and carbon fiber look interior. The RS5 has three new packages, RS Design, Bronze Styling, and Dynamic Plus.

For 2022 the Audi A5 family has a few changes including a 19-inch wheel option, Black Optic Plus package is now available in the 40 Sportback, and a sport suspension is standard in all models. The S5 gained standard 19-inch wheels and carbon fiber look interior. The RS5 has three new packages, RS Design, Bronze Styling, and Dynamic Plus.

For 2022 the Audi A5 family has a few changes including a 19-inch wheel option, Black Optic Plus package is now available in the 40 Sportback, and a sport suspension is standard in all models. The S5 gained standard 19-inch wheels and carbon fiber look interior. The RS5 has three new packages, RS Design, Bronze Styling, and Dynamic Plus.

For 2021 Audi has made several changes, the A5 adds a lane departure warning system as standard equipment, the RS 5 gets an updated infotainment system with a 10.1-inch touchscreen display, and wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay gets added to the lineup.

For 2021 Audi has made several changes, the A5 adds a lane departure warning system as standard equipment, the RS 5 gets an updated infotainment system with a 10.1-inch touchscreen display, and wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay gets added to the lineup.

For 2021 Audi has made several changes, the A5 adds a lane departure warning system as standard equipment, the RS 5 gets an updated infotainment system with a 10.1-inch touchscreen display, and wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay gets added to the lineup.

The newly launched Audi A5 and S5 returns for 2020 with some notable design changes. The front end is sharper and sportier than before with larger intake ducts, wider headlights and a darkened honeycombed grille up front. A revised rear bumper out back resides over newly trapezoidal exhaust ports. A 10-inch infotainment MIB 3 infotainment system replaces the rotary controller on the center console.

The newly launched Audi A5 and S5 returns for 2020 with some notable design changes. The front end is sharper and sportier than before with larger intake ducts, wider headlights and a darkened honeycombed grille up front. A revised rear bumper out back resides over newly trapezoidal exhaust ports. A 10-inch infotainment MIB 3 infotainment system replaces the rotary controller on the center console.

The newly launched Audi A5 and S5 returns for 2020 with some notable design changes. The front end is sharper and sportier than before with larger intake ducts, wider headlights and a darkened honeycombed grille up front. A revised rear bumper out back resides over newly trapezoidal exhaust ports. A 10-inch infotainment MIB 3 infotainment system replaces the rotary controller on the center console.

After its first year on the market, the newly launched Audi A5 and S5 return for 2019 with pretty minor changes. The biggest news is that the manual transmission has officially been dropped from the lineup, meaning potential owners will no longer be able to row their own gears. Thankfully, both the 7-speed dual clutch gearbox and the 8-speed automatic are more than up to the task.

After its first year on the market, the newly launched Audi A5 and S5 return for 2019 with pretty minor changes. The biggest news is that the manual transmission has officially been dropped from the lineup, meaning potential owners will no longer be able to row their own gears. Thankfully, both the 7-speed dual clutch gearbox and the 8-speed automatic are more than up to the task.

After its first year on the market, the newly launched Audi A5 and S5 return for 2019 with pretty minor changes. The biggest news is that the manual transmission has officially been dropped from the lineup, meaning potential owners will no longer be able to row their own gears. Thankfully, both the 7-speed dual clutch gearbox and the 8-speed automatic are more than up to the task.

The Audi A5 S5 lineup receives a thorough refresh in 2018 offering consumers more powerful engine combinations, muscular looking exterior lines, and award-winning safety technology that sets the standard for luxury automobiles.

The Audi A5 S5 lineup receives a thorough refresh in 2018 offering consumers more powerful engine combinations, muscular looking exterior lines, and award-winning safety technology that sets the standard for luxury automobiles.

The Audi A5 S5 lineup receives a thorough refresh in 2018 offering consumers more powerful engine combinations, muscular looking exterior lines, and award-winning safety technology that sets the standard for luxury automobiles.

The Audi A5 gets several notable enhancements for the 2017 model year. The previously optional S line exterior enhancements now come standard on all A5 Sports Coupe and Cabriolet models. A new flat-bottom steering wheel is also standard on all models while Sport models now get front and rear parking sensors. A few new option packages have been added this year as well, including a convenience package with heated front seats and a Black optic package featuring slick 19" wheels.

The Audi A5 gets several notable enhancements for the 2017 model year. The previously optional S line exterior enhancements now come standard on all A5 Sports Coupe and Cabriolet models. A new flat-bottom steering wheel is also standard on all models while Sport models now get front and rear parking sensors. A few new option packages have been added this year as well, including a convenience package with heated front seats and a Black optic package featuring slick 19" wheels.

The A5 lineup gets only some trim and equipment tweaks for 2016. The Prestige trim is dropped and its Bang & Olufsen stereo now comes standard on the Premium Plus. The RS5 will not be available for the 2016 model year.

For 2015, the Audi A5, S5 and RS5 feature several changes to the various option packages available on the cars as well as several new wheel choices. A5 versions are offered with new 18" 10-spoke wheels, while the S5 gets a new 19" 7-double spoke wheel design. The RS5 gets its own set of new 20" wheel style. An S line competition package is now available on several A5 trims. It includes Alcantara interior accents and gloss black exterior accents. A lighting package has also been added and comes standard on any A5 ordered with the premium trim.

After a refresh last year, the 2014 Audi A5 gets a bump in power for its 2.0 TFSI engine, up from 211 hp to 220 hp. The previous Convenience Package is now standard, adding Bluetooth, HomeLink universal remote and the Audi music interface with iPod hookup to the base Premium trim. A5 and S5 Premium Plus trims now include Audi advanced key and Audi side assist, which monitors blind spots. S line exterior details will now adorn A5 Prestige models and Audi drive select is standard on S5 models and optional on the A5 as part of the Sport Package.

For 2013, the Audi A5 and S5 family of luxury and performance-oriented coupes and convertibles gets a styling refresh, with a new front fascia and a new bumper and headlamp design. Inside, the A5 and S5 get a new instrument cluster and 3-spoke steering-wheel design, (the S5's features a racing-style flat-bottom version). Perforated Milano and Fine Nappa leather surfaces are new, with oak and aluminum trim. There's also a new black headliner option, and several new exterior colors have been added to the lineup. Feature-wise, Audi parking plus is new this year, incorporating a rear-view camera system and acoustic warning system; also making its debut in the A5 family is Audi adaptive cruise control, packaged with a side assist system, with warning lights in the side view mirrors warning of vehicles in the driver's blind spot. Audi Connect, with its first factory integration of Wi-Fi in this class of vehicle, is new to the A5 and S5; the system includes Google voice search and other real-time information services. The 333-hp supercharged V6 is new to the S5 for 2013, and later in the year the 2.0T engine will be E85 flex-fuel capable. All A5 and S5 models now also have an electromechanical steering unit, for more precise control, with some feedback.

Audi has left the A5 mostly as-is for 2012, save for the shuffling of a few options. The Premium Plus gets an available SiriusXM satellite radio, Advanced Key and rear parking sensors and backup camera. The Prestige trim now includes standard navigation and Audi side-assist.

The biggest change to the 2011 Audi A5 is the availability of a new 8-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission. It replaces the previous 6-speed Tiptronic, and Audi claims the new compact gearbox is smoother and returns improved fuel economy. Also, Audi has dropped the 3.2-liter FSI V6 from the A5 lineup, leaving only the 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder to power the cars.

For 2010, the A5 gets a new standard 4-cylinder engine that costs $4,700 less than the previously most affordable A5 3.2 quattro, and the 3.2 is no longer offered with a manual transmission. The third generation of Audi's multi-media interface (MMI) is also installed in the A5 family for 2010, including 3D map topography and Sirius traffic. The model lines for the A5 and S5 are expanded in 2010 with the introduction of 4-seat Cabriolet models for both, and the adoption of Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige trims. Premium and Premium Plus models get new LED taillights.

The 2009 Audi A5 and S5 carry over from their debut in 2008 with few changes. An auxiliary input is standard across both models, while shift paddles are available on the 4.2L S5, but no longer standard on the 3.2L A5. Other changes take place in the options.

The 2008 Audi A5 and S5 are all-new mid-size luxury touring coupes with seating for four and V6 or V8 engines, respectively.