2023 Audi S5 Coupe Performance

We've made mention of the S5's relatively humble approach to life - at least, in comparison to its more assertive RS5 sibling - but don't be fooled. The turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 means business, and this is proven by the Audi S5's 4.4-second run to 60 mph from a standstill. This blistering run means that it's quicker off the line than the Mercedes-AMG C43 coupe. The S5 is a tenth of a second slower than the BMW M440i xDrive coupe, however. That's a new factor that Audi has to deal with because previously, it was quicker than both of its German counterparts. While the S5 could probably surpass the 155-mph mark, Audi has done America's roads a favor by limiting the top speed.

The S5 coupe offers a single engine option, which isn't a bad thing when you consider just how good the turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 is. It's coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and there is no manual transmission available. The V6 puts out 349 horsepower and 369 lb-ft and sounds good while doing it. The power that the S5 offers may be ample, but it's almost never unrefined. While this is an enjoyable factor, some will say it lacks some connection with its driver as a result. It's also worth noting that the automatic transmission doesn't deliver snappy changes in manual shift modes compared to rivals. The new BMW M440i surpasses the Audi with power outputs of 382 hp and 369 lb-ft. The AMG C43 is also more powerful than the S5, with its V6 producing 385 horses and 384 lb-ft of torque.

Gone are the days where a performance car would annihilate your fuel budget. The S5 isn't the most frugal in the segment in terms of fuel economy, but it's not the worst performer either. The S5 returns EPA estimates of 21/30/24 mpg, making it lighter on fuel than the Mercedes-AMG C43 coupe. The best performer in this department is the BMW M440i xDrive with its 48-volt hybrid assist that returns figures of 22/31/25 mpg - and 24/32/27 mpg in rear-wheel-drive format.

When the 15.3-gallon fuel tank is full, the S5 will allow for around 367 miles of mixed driving before a stop at the gas station is necessary.