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2008 Audi S5
$50,500 - $51,800Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Coupe
Seatings
4 Seats
Overview
Audi's 2008 A5 is powered by a 3.2L FSI (direct-injected) V6 engine that makes 265 horsepower and 243 lb-ft of torque. The engine has the new Audi Valvelift System for variable valve timing and lift and better throttle response across the rev...
What’s new in the 2008 model?
The 2008 Audi A5 and S5 are all-new mid-size luxury touring coupes with seating for four and V6 or V8 engines, respectively.

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EPA Classification: Compact
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas V8
Displacement: 4.2L/254
Fuel System: DOHC FSI Direct
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 354 @ 6800
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 325 @ 3500
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 3.67
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.05
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.46
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.13
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.92
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.78
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.33
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.89
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 16
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 22
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 180
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 12.9
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3891
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: 5-link
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.):
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): w/anti-dive
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.6 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.0 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: 255/35R19
Rear Tire Size: 255/35R19
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Front Wheel Size (in): 19 x 8.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 19 x 8.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Alloy
Rear Wheel Material: Alloy
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering Type: Pwr rack & pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 16.3
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): - TBD -
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 37.4
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 16.6
Wheelbase (in): 108.3
Length, Overall (in): 182.5
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 73.0
Height, Overall (in): 53.9
Track Width, Front (in): 62.6
Track Width, Rear (in): 62.1
Min Ground Clearance (in): - TBD -
Liftover Height (in): 26.3
Trunk Volume (ft³): 16.1
Passenger Capacity: 4
Passenger Volume (ft³): 84.0
Front Head Room (in): 39.1
Front Leg Room (in): - TBD -
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.3
Front Hip Room (in): - TBD -
Second Head Room (in): 36.0
Second Leg Room (in): - TBD -
Second Shoulder Room (in): 52.8
Second Hip Room (in): - TBD -
Vehicle Name: Audi S5
Body Style: 2 Door Coupe
Pricing
This model has 2 different trims.
MSRP
$51,800
Invoice
$48,175
Description
4.2L/254, 354 @ 6800, Automatic
Fuel Economy
This model has 2 different trims.
City
16 MPG
Hwy
22 MPG
Combined
undefined MPG
Description
4.2L/254, 354 @ 6800, Automatic
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