Mercedes-Benz CLK vs Audi S5
Overview | |
Years produced1998-2009 | Years produced2008-Present |
MSRP$48,100 | MSRP$63,300 |
Listings303 | Listings1920 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryThe S5 is the performance version of the A5, a compact luxury car equipped with a handy Sportback design that offers more utility than a traditional three-box sedan. With the 2026 S5, Audi attempts to right some technological wrongs, returning familiar controls to the car while introducing an all-new Multi Media Interface (MMI) infotainment system with AI-enhanced voice controls. Complimentary scheduled maintenance is a new ownership perk, too. Verdict: Dull design and distracting technology are the trade-offs for the 2026 Audi S5’s thrilling dynamics and daily driver practicality. Nevertheless, the stealthy anonymity draws from a classic German sports sedan recipe, and buyers can choose not to use certain features. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 268 hp V6 | Engine3.0L 362 hp V6 |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower268 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City17 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 268 hp V6 | Engine Name3.0L 362 hp V6 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower268 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City17 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemOptional | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofOptional | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.4 cu ft | Cargo Space22.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3585 lbs | Curb Weight4288 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height56.5 in |
Length183.2 in | Length190.3 in |
Width68.5 in | Width82.6 in |
Wheelbase106.9 in | Wheelbase114.0 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload992 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1998-2009 | 2008-Present |
MSRP | $48,100 | $63,300 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The S5 is the performance version of the A5, a compact luxury car equipped with a handy Sportback design that offers more utility than a traditional three-box sedan. With the 2026 S5, Audi attempts to right some technological wrongs, returning familiar controls to the car while introducing an all-new Multi Media Interface (MMI) infotainment system with AI-enhanced voice controls. Complimentary scheduled maintenance is a new ownership perk, too. Verdict: Dull design and distracting technology are the trade-offs for the 2026 Audi S5’s thrilling dynamics and daily driver practicality. Nevertheless, the stealthy anonymity draws from a classic German sports sedan recipe, and buyers can choose not to use certain features. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 268 hp V6 | 3.0L 362 hp V6 |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 268 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 17 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 268 hp V6 | 3.0L 362 hp V6 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm | |
Horsepower | 268 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 17 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | Standard |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.4 cu ft | 22.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3585 lbs | 4288 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 190.3 in |
Width | 68.5 in | 82.6 in |
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 114.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 992 lbs | |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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