Review: 2022 Audi S5 Sportback

Review: 2022 Audi S5 Sportback - No Compromises

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I spend a week with the 2022 Audi S5 Sportback to see what it's like to live with this jack-of-all-trades car. It's a dynamic 4-door that looks great, sounds great, has plenty of power and handling for a spirited drive, along with plenty of comfort and a big hatchback to be an ideal daily driver. Is there anything it can't do? It isn't perfect, but it's pretty close to being the perfect all-around vehicle for any occasion, even at its as-tested price of $70,670. What do you think about the S5 Sportback? Thanks to Audi for providing this vehicle to review!
Time stamps:
0:00 Exterior
2:06 Interior
3:21 Initial impressions
5:46 Acceleration
8:00 Handling and ride
14:31 Highway driving and safety tech
15:48 Thoughts after a week
18:39 Fuel economy
19:35 Pricing and competitor comparisons
23:43 Final thoughts
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@omichaelnato5388 2 жыл бұрын

You’re a good dude Matt - I like your personality, I think this job suits you really well. I love cars too

@MattMaranMotoring 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@presentty95 Жыл бұрын

I think the same way too 👍🏻🔥 Matt

@michaelstout7652 Жыл бұрын

I agree…excellent job Matt 👊🏻

@s5quantum607 2 жыл бұрын

Own the 2022 S5. In love with it. Lots of compliments and head turns.

@xBlackout718x 2 жыл бұрын

Wanna get one really bad but I hate driving outdated cars and I’m worried they’re going to do a body redesign soon

@tatemushroom1002 2 жыл бұрын

@@xBlackout718x yeah, audi updates pretty often, but ive always thought they look 5ish years newer than their release date exp, 2009 audi a4 still looks modern in 2022.

@AdamS32828 2 жыл бұрын

17:40 The reason you can’t get ventilated sport seats is due to the massage function which uses an air cushion system instead of mechanical - I think it’s a unique feature and it’s nice that it’s available, but maybe they should have made the ventilated seats the standard and the sport/massage seats the option. They do look so good regardless

@franzvanjulio5523 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your professional car review, Matt! Though I love Audi's products and I think they speak to me in many ways, I think I'd find it really difficult swallowing the prices they command.

@Numbahz 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love my jack of all trades s5 sb 😍 ❤️ love hearing you rave about it too 🙌

@LeanBackMac 2 жыл бұрын

Still remember when matts channel was Subaruwrxfan. love the progression and growth over the years.

@phantomlord3280 2 жыл бұрын

Love your reviews bro been subbed for several years now and you’ve always been my fav for your sincerity. Iv gotten to pick up several s5’s from the Audi dealer near the Xpel I work at and they’re just a blast. Love the turbo noises inside the cabin in dynamic mode

@MikeMUFC91 2 жыл бұрын

2021 Arteon owner here, glad it was mentioned! I can literally count on one hand how many others I've seen since I bought mine last year. I have the SEL Premium R-Line which is loaded. Also, If you are not worried about warranty, (The EA888 engines are pretty bulletproof) you can achieve the S5 power numbers with a $600 tune. I'm currently at around 370hp with APR's stage 1 and a few engine bolt ons. You can retain a 3rd party warranty for around $1200. It's been a fantastic car and it definitely turns heads as there are very few around.

@DaGoook Жыл бұрын

Great looking cars and unique for sure.

@rezakhalvati6150 2 жыл бұрын

As always, another fantastic review. Thank you. Would love your opinion on how this compares to a Giulia Ti Sport Q4?

@stever41g 2 жыл бұрын

Great review Matt. Thanks

@BentNotBroken1970 2 жыл бұрын

I've always lusted after one of these. If I had one in this color I'd have to call it Papa Smurf. :) Seriously though, this would be a wonderful daily.

@jimtraugermd 5 ай бұрын

With OBDEleven you can change the temperature of the steering wheel to your comfort level. In any mode pull the shift lever back and you will be in the sport version of that mode and the car wakes up. I drive mostly between dynamic sport auto and manual.

@Maljey 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome review sir! FYI, for the 2023 model year the V6 Stinger will only be sold in the GT2 trim (i.e. the fully loaded trim). Kia has eliminated the GT1 trim. As you noted in thr video, the fully loaded Stinger and base model S5 arr VERY close in price. Maybe a 2k difference. Which would you pick? Loaded Stinger or base S5? FWIW I think Kia really messed up by removing the cheaper GT1 trim.

@edysinsimon8646 Жыл бұрын

The more I watch/listen to your review, the more the M440i x-drive grand coupe appeals to me a bit more.

@AutoAndrew 2 жыл бұрын

Glad the B9 Audi S4/5 products are getting more attention. I love my S5 and think it’s the best in the class (not biased 😁)

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@FamilyToro 2 жыл бұрын

I recently got my 2022 S5 Sportback, just love it

@Paladin65fastback Жыл бұрын

Me too! Why get an suv? Makes no sense with the hatch

@aroundomaha 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Stinger comparison. I’d like a nice GT type car for road trips with my wife. The Audi is probably out of our price range but I don’t want yet another SUV.

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@zach3338 2 жыл бұрын

Those particular wheels are part of the Black Optic Package, not the Sport Package. Only visible change with the Sport Package are the red calipers.

@johnholst 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video Matt! You mentioned that only the US doesn't get digital gauges on the Kia Stinger. Actually, no market anywhere gets full digital gauges on the Stinger. So, not just you guys.

@MattMaranMotoring 2 жыл бұрын

Really? I thought the 2022s in Korea got them. I could have sworn I saw pics of it somewhere last year. Maybe I’m mistaken.

@johnholst 2 жыл бұрын

@@MattMaranMotoring Yeah, I wish. I live in Korea. I ended up buying the new Mohave! I wanted the Stinger!

@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan 2 жыл бұрын

This Audi S5 is my favourite car from Audi~ So sleek and cool in design, and with it being a sportback, I would consider getting this because of that extra practicality~ I don't really think you need the RS 5, because this car even with the de-tuned 3.0L V6 is more than enough power, I mean 349 HP is still nothing to scoff at.

@RS3NDIT 2 жыл бұрын

btw the rs5, especially when tuned, is not as reliable. the 2.9tt engines have not fared as well as the 3.0t in the s5.

@darrell9616 2 жыл бұрын

They obviously fixed a lot of issues I had with the car during the facelift. That's great to hear. This car has Audi's current best interior (IMO) but it's still lacking in many luxury touches, many of which you covered in the other video. It's also missing a leather(ette) dash and door coverings, features available in the competition. This car could be great if Audi simply embraced making this a great grand tourer, but they won't. So this car remains a good car that's just short of being great.

@docholliday7548 Жыл бұрын

Kia dropped the Stinger as it's not selling while the S5 Sportback continues on to its next gen.

@MrDaveaccord 2 жыл бұрын

What a cool color on a fantastic German machine.

@sonnypatel3577 2 жыл бұрын

I always like getting the best version of a car but this is such a great value compared to the RS5

@Jweiss76 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you mentioned the stinger as they look very similar and share many of the same features. I bought a 2022 stinger GT1 and love it! I was looking at Audi and bmw but really couldn't justify all the extra money for the badge.

@glenbavero7971 2 жыл бұрын

@Jeff. I have a 2020 Stinger AWD GTI and could not agree with you more, although brands like BMW & Audi are out of my price range anyways.

@goldentrucker7921 2 жыл бұрын

I love the look of the stinger. The online community is weird though. Especially the guys who think they're crazy fast stock. Guy at my gym has mustang killer sticker on his lol. And he is bone stock.

@goradhen 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2014 S5 which I absolutely love but after trying out my friend's Stinger (2020) I feel like it's a great package if you compare with similar cars. I really have to try a dsg though and see all the fuss is about.

@Jweiss76 2 жыл бұрын

@@goldentrucker7921 yeah I didn't get it to be the fastest on the road. More like a compromise between comfort, speed, and carseat fits in the back lol.

@Jweiss76 2 жыл бұрын

@@goradhen I really like Audis and bmws as well. The stinger is just better priced and has a great warranty. The hardest thing is getting over that it's a Kia.

@myemailiscool 2 жыл бұрын

audi has the new gen adaptive cruise assist in the A3, Q3, A6/A7/A8 so would be interested in hearing your thoughts on that when you can review it! i test drove a '22 S3 with it and it was wonderful, super natural at keeping you centered.

@MattMaranMotoring 2 жыл бұрын

I tested it in the S3, it was pretty good but still not one of the best in my experience.

@jamesl6602 2 жыл бұрын

is it best timing to buy s5 coupe ? im gonna receive around december. b10 audi s5 comming soon ??

@onesixr 2 жыл бұрын

My S4 did 11's with 3 baby seats in the back. The only mod was a tune

@x7wolverines7x 2 жыл бұрын

When you tune this thing it’s insane

@Jstall7543 11 ай бұрын

I Like This Car A Lot!

@jeremygarvin1046 Жыл бұрын

Hey matt, love your reviews! I have two small kids and want a fun commuter car. Stuck between s5 and rs3. What would you choose?

@cavaseno 9 ай бұрын

RS3 if the size works for you. Unbelievable car and will hold value better than the S5.

@2bunphettered788 2 жыл бұрын

It's nice, but it makes me miss the 1st generation S5. Better looks and engine resonance on the original. That noted, four door coupe styling is en vogue right now, thanks to zee Germans. The color makes it pop. 💙👌

@Ezero8 2 жыл бұрын

This is my PERFECT car. A more luxury Stinger GT2, but I don't think it's worth almost $20k more for the Audi badge and some carbon fiber. Also, that "German engineering" argument for the Audi doesn't really work lol because the Stinger is the work of Peter Schreyer (Audi) and Albert Biermann (BMW).

@Jweiss76 2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I bought a Kia stinger because it had what I wanted but wasn't crazy expensive. Those German badges are over 10k more.

@MattMaranMotoring 2 жыл бұрын

Haha good point about the German engineers for the Stinger. Yeah if it were my money I’d definitely save the 15k and go for a Stinger GT.

@tedstryyker374 2 жыл бұрын

@@MattMaranMotoring Matt, thank you much for the great video - you mention here about opting for the Kia stinger GT in comparison to this S5, which would you opt for between the Kia stinger GT and the Genesis G70 (and why?)…

@ApimpNamedSlickBack663 Жыл бұрын

People that buy these cheap Kia junk really will find any way to justify it

@albertwesker2283 2 жыл бұрын

Looks just like Grabber Blue

@jdmteggy2388 8 күн бұрын

Can get a nice used rs7 or rs5 for 70k even less then that..and the new year arteon gets more power and dsg trans so its like golf r in sedan form so id look at that to.

@mayhemhawk666 2 жыл бұрын

Are you expecting to see the B10 A5/S5 for the 2024 model year? What kind of changes do you expect to see?

@AntLive29 2 жыл бұрын

I like the coupe

@whiteandnerdytuba 2 жыл бұрын

Electric cars have a less blocked off grille

@seancole7827 2 жыл бұрын

you could also throw in the Cadillac CT5 V (TTV6 with AWD) as a decent competitor for roughly $62-66k based on options

@shaunlunney7551 2 жыл бұрын

These are my two front runners for the next car...but the CT5V isnt a sportback, so giving up some cargo capacity and functionality there.

@MattMaranMotoring 2 жыл бұрын

I could have included all the compact luxury sport sedans but I wanted to focus on only the competitors with a hatch since that’s a key differentiator.

@shaunlunney7551 2 жыл бұрын

@@MattMaranMotoring I wish we had more options, Cadillac needs to step up its options! wagons too!

@lions208436 2 жыл бұрын

Great post. This car is still really nice, but can it be as dependable as a Lexus?

@64Spokes 2 жыл бұрын

@omichaelnato5388 2 жыл бұрын

Obviously not. Will a Lexus be as fun as this? Obviously not.

@lions208436 2 жыл бұрын

@@omichaelnato5388 fun to drive? I respectfully disagree. The IS350 F Sport may not be as good 0-60 at around 5.5 second's, but unlike the A5/S5, the IS is rwd based, the Audi is FWD based, quattro is rwd biased. The Lexus has a good dynamic chassis. I agree with you on the Lexus RC, because the weight just gets the best of that coupe. For the money this S5 is as tested, I'd probably opt for the IS500 and it's amazing NA V8

@omichaelnato5388 2 жыл бұрын

@@lions208436 that’s good to hear man, because I love Lexus too (more than Acura) and I was looking at the GSF (online) but found it too pricey (and gas guzzling in today’s economy). I’ll definitely consider the IS 350 F sport. It’s a sexy car for sure. I like the hatch practicality of the S5 and it is a sexy beast also. Although if I were pushing my budget, the RS3 is my favorite sounding car of all time

@lions208436 2 жыл бұрын

@@omichaelnato5388 right on! You might want to take a look at the Genesis G70 3.3t. I've driven my buddies for about a week and it's a fantastic car and you get a lot for the money

@maureencora1 Жыл бұрын

Matt Daddy, Like a Swiss Army Knife, I Like It. (smile)

@darrell9616 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@MattMaranMotoring 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another Super Thanks Darrell!

@blessed3228 2 жыл бұрын

I lost all interest, when he talked about the horsepower. I cut the video off at 6:48, when he gave his not so impressed judgment (Matt Moran is the man)

@aceofspades6667 2 жыл бұрын

Def not a fan of the interior but I really do like the exterior especially in this color. I'd probably go Genesis G70 3.3T for the price and packaging but the Audi S5 Sportback is the superior car.

@paulh6517 2 жыл бұрын

Hmmm snow tires in June🤣

@jz4780 2 жыл бұрын

btw its not hatchback its a liftback

@DanganaTrince 2 жыл бұрын

10K??? I'll be back.

@DizzyCGA 2 жыл бұрын

new Audi rs3 pleaseeeeeeeee

@MattMaranMotoring 2 жыл бұрын

My review of the RS3 will be coming later this summer!

@DizzyCGA 2 жыл бұрын

@@MattMaranMotoring Thank you for the reply, king! I'm super curious to see how dramatic of a change you might get in handling and fun with the different engine.