I just love how this guy sounds SO excited throughout the whole video.lol

I have this S4. I'd love the S5 but with two kids and little space it didn't work for me. Great review John.

Audi's are the most reliable German brand & they are now in the #3 spot on the reliability chart. Acura used to be 3rd, it's now Audi, right under Lexus & Toyota. BMW is the brand I would be afraid of when it comes to reliability. Or anything American. I came from Acura to Audi & will never go back. The Germans combine luxury & performance like no one else. My S4 has been just as flawless as my previous TL Type-S -- in fact, it's been MORE reliable. My TL had a few issues here & there & the dash crack issue. Audi & all German brands have vastly improved their reliability.

As a person that always buys used to save 1/2 or more I am going through reviews of older performance Audis. I really like your reviews so I was glad to find this 2013 A6 review. I have a 2001 2.7T 6 speed (not my only car) looking at upgrades . The S4 looks better to me than the S6 for reliability and size. Also, I see the S4 has better resale value. The one absolute in the next Audi line is the DCT, now discontinued, unfortunate. Thanks for the great review. As a side, my A6 2.7T has 234,000 miles and still runs like a clock. No major repairs. Going to go drive one of the 2013 vintage S4s.

Own a 2015 S4....best car I've had. Previous cars, 328i, 330i, 335i, G35x, G37x

Grew up watching MotorWeek and always appreciated the MD staff and their professionalism, fairness, thought leadership, willingness to have a little fun with the cars and the very general way the reviews are carried out. Take care of yourself Jon!

Audi severely underrates its engines. The car makes closer to 400 hp.

I may be buying one soon... A simple $850 tune will make 370hp/360tq, 450hp is easily attainable if you want to spend about 4k total.

S4 is a great car! I have a Prestige edition with the supercharged V6 and sports differential and it rocks. HP is definitely understated for sure as it's easily 400 hp in this thing stock...

i miss the sounds of the s4/s5 V8's

I like this guys voice. lol

These new V6 is much faster than the old v8 though. The old V8 S4/s5 barely broke into the 13 sec over the quarter.

Nice review. I love the S5 with the S-tronic. I do wish KZfaq would be more diligent on people who post. Trolls like the "Taste" guy on here should be moderated.

Motorweek's been around well over 20 years

god damn! John Davis doesn't age! He looks exactly the same as in Motorweek '90 ^_^

True, and I wouldn't match this up against the current M. I tried to make my point clear as to why I brought the M3 up.

DCT is correct (dual-clutch transmission). If you wanted to use the 'direct shift' terminology, the correct acronym would be DSG (direct shift gearbox). DST just means Daylight Saving Time.

I'd go with the S4. These business sedans are great all around. In the winter I park the Porsche and drive an A4 with blizzaks but am considering trading the a4 for the s4. No real reason. Just because. They can always be chipped for more power but really no need to. For the track there are other machines to select from.

So what is the long term reliability on these Audi s4/s5?

Did he say "refreshened" ?

No, he meant DCT, for Dual-Clutch Transmission.

Can't deny that

What about the reliability comment at the end of the video, do these car have reliability issues? I was thinking about getting and audi and.....

Can i get the s4 automatic with the paddle shifters still but no 3rd clutch?

I would love one of these with a 6 speed.

I love the A5 or S5

Damn I'd like a 1992 lexus sc400 myself one day. I think it's such a nice car!

I don't know what you mean the E46 ran dirtier ? Where ?

Did you launch the S4?

i thought the Audi S5 had the V8. or was that changed for the 2013's?

Finally, somebody intelligent! Actaully, the engineering work that went into the TVS 4-lobe supercharger is considerably more than went into any vehicle engineering program of the last decade (Thats why EVERYONE is using it nowadays). Before it, superchargers burned more gas because of their low thermal efficiency. Now, with 4 lobes, it rivals the efficiency of a turbo (and that uses FREE, waste energy). Not to mention the built-in water to water intercooler... And, that E46 ran dirtier.

My friend, the reason I said you sound silly is because no matter how sophisticated the s/c is on this audi, the numbers simply aren't impressive. The fact that the s5 ran similar numbers to the M3 with this great s/c ( no offense to it's engineering ) makes the performance pretty " meh ". Numbers aren't everything but, I was speaking specifically about them. I think it's a low blow to compare other tech when there's over a decade difference in advancements. Especially tech the M3 didn't use.

I miss the V8:(

yeah but i liked seeing the v8 converted to force induction. and the v6 is already supercharged so theres no room for *major* upgrades. But its not like im gonna buy an S5 so im gonna shut up now

looks good

In audis s is there sub performnce model. Rs compets with M not s.

Man I love audi's ( especially the A5/A8L ) but, it's so disappointing to have a supercharged v6 only run mid to low 13's when the E46 M3 did that over a decade ago N/A. I guess it's admirable to stick to your lane. IMO, bmw and mb can't touch audi's interior ( which is where i'm spending 100% of my time lol ). The performance numbers will still make for a " fun " car but eh, I think i'd rather just get the A5 unless the aftermarket really makes the S5 appealing.

S4 please :)

Why so shouty?

actually the V6 has more potential off the mark... a simple ECU tune can have you looking at 400+ hp... with the addition of exhaust, intake, supercharger pulley's, etc you can be looking at c63 hp... anything past that in my opinion is just a bit ridiculous and you might as well spend the money on something more focused

And that would be air-to-water intercooler. Im using a tiny screen...

The only thing to miss about the old V8 is the sound everything else about the V6 is just better lol.

Love my S5 with the V8 instead of the supercharged V6 :)

So, its a low blow to compare technology, but not numbers? OK then,lets compare motives. When the E46 M3 was being sold (side note, even with grenading engines I think the E46 M3 was one of the best cars of the last 30 years) no one had a clue their CAFE average would have to be 54mpg three vehicles generations from then. Im sure Audi could have made the S5 faster than the cars before it, but then theyd miss there CAFE target. Its a whole new ball game now is what Im getting at.

I want one(S5)....

wish the s5 was a lil faster/quicker. I do not wish to debate.

I am in the market for a new car... I am still driving my 1992 Lexus SC 400..in fact I just had the oil changed..which has been done every 3 months since I bought it. I like the way the Audi S5 coupe looks and performs...I also like the Cadillac CTS V Coupe..but I am going to buy me a newwwwwwwwwwww caaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.

I have a v8 and I totally agree.

The supercharger ALONE on the 3.0L V6 is more sophisticated than the whole E46... Numbers arent everything.

I've seen several dynoplots. The wheel horsepower is close to what Audi advertises. lol so the crank hp is almost 400 but you can continue to live in denial. Go check apr dynos for the car. How the hell else can a 4000 lb car do mid 4's 0-60?

what to u mean "educate yourself"? I was right about everything i said... and btw, I've owned the first Q5 in southern california, and not many people know more about cars than I do. sure the Q7 had a facelift, but that doesnt change the q7 enough for it to be considered a new model

in for a treat? a double? ....who writes this stuff? sure sounds swell.

its the manuel that is the .2 slower

No, I don't feel it's a low blow as with better tech the numbers should come even easier. And honestly, why are we comparing anything otherwise ? My comment only expressed slight depression with audi's plan of action. They're surely capable of creating a faster car, it seems they've opted not to. Bringing CAFE standards is about as hurtful as the high tech s/c. Reason being, it hasn't stopped BMW and MB from creating faster vehicles has it ? I'm really not trying to go tit for tat. I just CONT

what? what does that even mean?

3:54 I thought that was a Camera

Although I disliked the tone of voice, this is actually an excellent review.

No offense but, you really sound silly with that statement. I'm sure you don't understand why because you said it but, yea... you do. And true, numbers aren't everything. Which is why I pointed out audi's strong points outside of the performance. Your comment was pretty useless.

the reviewer sounds like the announcer from the price is right...

Its a double! woo

it does make 420 hp i believe

"ran dirtier" meaning it polluted more.

Nice cars, until you realize you can get an SRT8, GT500 or ZL1 for the same money.

Ah. Well i'm not really aware of their eco standards. I don't doubt you, i'm just saying I wouldn't win any tree hugger of the year awards so that is a minor issue to me lol.

front end generic and blase Out back not all that bad

S-Line? Wrong thing to say. lol

Long term reliability he said, get a Toyota lol

Neither Audi's or VW's are reliable for long term...

exterior styling doesnt impress especially the front. chrysler 300c yuckiness

Audi S5 is so MACHO!!

It's German.

Sexy Beast!

true should be dropped

Absolute crap. I'm actually not surprised that Audi doesn't ever update its crappy interior. German fanboys are willing to pay a $10k premium for that old shit. My mom's 2012 Q7 has probably the worst interior in the segment. The nav screen is not much larger than my phone, and yet they still sell. There is no leather/stitching anywhere other than the seats...but still sells. Looks same as A4 interior...still sells. Good job, German fanboys buying this shit :)

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Audi's are for posers.