2023 Audi S5 Sportback, about 78,000 miles. This newest recall looks like another case where a software/electronics fault affects a basic driving function. I like modern features, but it does make me…
MileageRoadieCommunity StarterJul 12, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackOhio2 replies0 helpful 2023 Audi S5 Sportback, about 118,000 miles. This newest recall looks like another case where a software/electronics fault affects a basic driving function. I like modern features, but it does make m…
MileageHunterCommunity StarterJul 6, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackLos Angeles27 replies0 helpful 2023 Audi S5 Sportback, about 59,000 miles. A rebuilt-title car is much cheaper than clean-title examples and appears professionally repaired. What should I think about beyond repair quality: insuran…
ShiftMom825Community StarterMay 16, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackCalifornia0 replies0 helpful The car is smooth at the same road speed when I lift off, but under moderate acceleration I can feel a vibration through the floor. What would you inspect first to separate axle/driveline issues from…
RotorWrench276Community StarterJun 30, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackNew Jersey12 replies0 helpful Wheels, Tires & AlignmentOwner reportCommunity Starter 2023 Audi S5 Sportback, about 39,000 miles. I am considering a square wheel/tire setup so I can rotate tires and simplify track spares. Besides clearance, what handling changes should I expect? I am…
OldSchoolCommuter670Community StarterJun 27, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackOrange County12 replies0 helpful Private-Party Buying & SellingBuying adviceCommunity Starter 2023 Audi S5 Sportback, about 60,000 miles. I am selling privately for the first time. I want serious buyers to drive the car but do not want to be careless with keys, insurance, license info or wher…
OldSchoolCommuter155Community StarterJun 14, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackDetroit7 replies0 helpful Fluid looks clear in the reservoir but has been in the car for several years. Would you change based on time/moisture rather than appearance? I am in Nashville. If I figure it out I will update the t…
CleanGal231Community StarterJun 14, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackNashville1 reply0 helpful Performance & TuningDiscussionCommunity Starter 2023 Audi S5 Sportback, about 22,000 miles. On repeated pulls I can feel the car soften as temperatures rise. Would you prioritize an intercooler before adding more boost, even if the current setup i…
RustRoadie2Community StarterJun 12, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackOhio1 reply0 helpful Buying Used & CPOQuestionCommunity Starter I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying to avoid buying a car that only makes sense on paper. What compromises have actually ma…
NewCarMomCommunity StarterJun 7, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackAustin1 reply0 helpful Certified Pre-OwnedBuying adviceCommunity Starter The dealer says the car passed the manufacturer CPO inspection and suggests an outside inspection is unnecessary. I like the warranty but still want an independent PPI. Overkill or sensible? I am in…
OldSchoolGeek895Community StarterJun 6, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackFlorida7 replies0 helpful Vehicle-history report lists a minor accident several years ago but does not describe the repair. Paint looks okay in photos. What should the PPI focus on before deciding how much the history matters…
V8CollectorCommunity StarterMay 8, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackNationwide4 replies0 helpful Twice I have had full lights and accessories but no crank. After waiting a few minutes it starts normally. Battery terminals look clean. What would you want to measure during the actual failure? Inte…
QuietGeek9Community StarterApr 29, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackDallas6 replies0 helpful 2023 Audi S5 Sportback, about 48,000 miles. Budget works for either a lightly used luxury SUV or a new mainstream model with a full warranty. I'm more worried about three-to-five-year ownership cost…
CityRunner12Community StarterApr 29, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackOhio1 reply0 helpful Cars & Parts MarketplaceQuestionCommunity Starter 2023 Audi S5 Sportback, about 18,000 miles. Private seller says several people are interested and asks for an electronic deposit to hold the car before I can see it. The listing is not obviously fake…
ShopEnthusiast239Community StarterApr 16, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackSacramento32 replies0 helpful I've brought the car in twice for an intermittent warning and both times the dealer says no fault found. I have video and timestamps. What's the best way to document this so there's a useful service…
BatteryGal81Community StarterApr 18, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackMichigan2 replies0 helpful Rust, Body, Paint & GlassDiagnostic helpCommunity Starter This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. 2023 Audi S5 Sportback, about 39,000 miles. A windshield was replaced and now there is a whistle around highway speed that di…
BatteryMechanicish308Community StarterApr 16, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackCentral Jersey4 replies0 helpful Track Days & HPDEDiagnostic helpCommunity Starter I am doing my first beginner track day and do not care about lap records. Besides fresh brake fluid, enough pad, good tires and torque checks, what is truly necessary versus internet overkill? If I f…
RoadMom737Community StarterApr 16, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackNationwide3 replies0 helpful Steering & SuspensionDiagnostic helpCommunity Starter 2023 Audi S5 Sportback, about 55,000 miles. Shocks were replaced and there are no obvious loose parts, but the rear still feels vague over highway undulations. What alignment, bushing, tire or instal…
SunBeltGarageCommunity StarterApr 11, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackPennsylvania15 replies0 helpful Cars & Parts MarketplaceBuying adviceCommunity Starter Someone interested in my car insists I buy a report from a specific unfamiliar website before they will meet. Is this a common scam pattern and what information should I avoid entering? I am trying t…
CityMechanicish14Community StarterApr 1, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackPhiladelphia3 replies0 helpful Steering & SuspensionDiscussionCommunity Starter Alignment printout is within spec, but the car still wants to drift right on a flat road. Tire pressures match. Would you cross-rotate tires to check radial pull, or look harder at caster/camber side…
DealTuner471Community StarterMar 24, 20262023 Audi S5 SportbackLos Angeles4 replies0 helpful