I have the same model, im always in dynamic mode, but I live in the central Highlands of Scotland, and the pot holes have killed 2 tyres in the last 3 months, I use toilet brushes in different sizes to clean the wheels, I also have a diesel TT with the same wheels, I would recommend either model, I get 18mpg on the S5 and 45mpg on the TT, both have been remapped to 420 and 260bhp respectively great cars glad you are enjoying it
The toilet brushes aren't too tough on the wheel? Griots Garage sells brushes of all sizes, which is what I use my car. Here in Florida the roads are flat and no potholes which is why I went with the 20" wheels. Otherwise you are looking at many tire replacements. Gas mileage has something left to be desired about, but the performance more than makes up for it.
@@Pietro931 I agree, fuel economy is second to driving through tunnels with the sound blaring, in the UK toilet brushes are very soft, and they work very well, my TT isn’t far behind, a second over a quarter mile, I love both cars and wouldn’t replace either
Got mine 3 weeks ago. I have never bought wheel and tire protection on any car but I did with this. I feel it’s only a matter of time before a pothole takes our a tire/rim
The 20" wheels are very delicate and that is furthers by the oem tires that are rubber band thick. Switch to Michelin tires asap, they are a game changer in ride quality and comfort. They also have a thicker sidewall. I am in Florida so the roads are straight and boring, very little in the way of potholes.
New sub here. Great videos. I also picked up mine 3 weeks ago. Look forward to seeing the videos about the maintenance /update you may have for the S5 in future!
I'm sure you already got the clear bra you mentioned in this video since it was a while back; should take a look into Xpel or any PPF in your area. Being down there I am sure you have 1-2 options. Full protection for the entire car to protect that beauty! I am thinking of getting the deep green pearl as well! looks good on the S5
I am finally getting scheduled for it. Detailer are having a hard time keeping staff. You are getting the same color; that is awesome!!! Wait until you actually see it, person. Your jaw will hit the ground.
I have 2 years with my 2021 S5 and had to change all tires for all season tires, the summer tires won’t last more than 13-14K mikes, just to let you know!
@@MistaBrown420 8Y S3 going for $50k+ in my area even used, I can find used low mileage S4 or S5 for low $40k. I don’t wanna spend $50k on a car unfortunately, barely want to spend $40k haha, 8Y S3 is a dope car though, if I could find for low $40k I’d pull the trigger
@@LoXHumaN I got mine with 1850 miles on it. The previous owner put 1800 miles on it in 11 months of ownership!!!! every single option with premium plus not the prestige so no matrix led's but I got it for 48900 msrp was around 57,500 tho haha so I personally wouldn't have been able to pull the trigger on it at around 60 grand lol and it's now at 4500 miles a little over a month n half later lol. But yeah getting an 8y at low 40's is no easy feat unless it's got like 20k plus miles on it but even then I wasn't seeing them drop in price much even with that kind of mileage on em they should hold decently well in value after that initial new to used car depreciation pretty much why I went with a slightly used one. I'm pretty dang sure you can find one spec'd out lightly and maybe get it for sub 40's but then you won't be getting things that imo make the car so great like the upgraded mmi or the upgraded sport seats... If your planning on a prev gen s car then I would say don't go for the prev gen s3 it has a really cheap interior and the seats suck manual only seats in a luxury car is just dumb but the new s3 has power seats that are ammmmmmazing
If you live in a place where it gets cold and the roads have potholes, stay away from the 20s. The tires and the wheels will get damaged, and both are not cheap to replace. Plus, you will need a second set of wheels and tires for the winter season. I live in Florida, where it's warm, and the roads are flat with no road damage. I would not have selected the package if I was in a colder place.
Would you suggest skipping the black optics package to get 19 inch wheels? I live in Wisconsin and the roads here can be a little rough sometimes. How are you liking the tide on the 20s so far? Thanks for very informative videos!
Given where you live here are the options 1) get the BOP knowing a winter set is needed. The package really makes the look of the car or 2) 18"s give your rim more protection from the pot holes. The 19s have a very thin sidewall. Bending a rim or cutting into a tire is very real up north. Hope this helps somewhat.
Same car (live in Maryland) I got a second set of wheels/winter tires from tire rack. What Pietro said, the 20s on the BOP really make the look of the car, even if you can only use them six month out of the year.
Strange thing, if the Car is in dynamic and u start it and rev, You dont Get pops. However if u start the Car in dynamic, go to comfort and back to dynamics it will pop when u rev… idk why
Well yes please expand you have my views that's for sure 😂. I drive a 2012 4.2 v8 Audi s5 prestige. Looking to upgrade this definitely has my eye but I'll miss the V8 exhaust note.
Thanks for the update! Can you tell me how the piano black on the center console is holding up after wiping it? Mine has a lot of swirls already so I bought new piece and am going to have it PPFed with the clear plastic so it doesn’t scratch so easy. I’ve used only microfiber cloth and water spray to clean it off. Other than that loving my RS5.
I haven't had that issue. When I clean it I make sure there is alot of liquid on it and allow the liquid to loosen up whatever is on the surface. I put almost no pressure in wiping with a microfiber cloth. You may want to try putting polish on it. That could fill in the light scratches.
You can consider wrapping it in vinyl with satin/matte finish. If you go to the quality shop you won’t even notice it’s there and it’ll look like pre-facelift version.
Any chance you could put the car in a garage with good lighting so we can really see the Green color ??? It’s killing me not to be able to se what you see it real time. Please ?
Did you get any wheel warranty? I wish they would offer the 19s on the S4 as an option for the black optics package. I would be very scared of damaging those 20s.
I did not get the warranty because of where I am. If I were in a place where potholes were an issue, the warranty is a must. These wheels will get damaged easily in that environment.
Cool videos. I just put my order in. Turbo blue premium plus trim with black package and sport package. I have a 2021 Jag F-TYPE R that is British Racing Green. Great choice on your color. I know what you mean when you say you have to see it in person. Green is awesome. What do you do for work?
@@Pietro931 To clarify, all S5s come with sport exhaust, so it is sport, but stock for S5. The Sport package on S5 only changes the rear differential, adds adaptive damping suspension and red brake calipers.
Got my Audi S5 Sportback last week and enjoying it
Awesome news!!!
Really appreciate it mate! Waiting for more content from you!
I have the same model, im always in dynamic mode, but I live in the central Highlands of Scotland, and the pot holes have killed 2 tyres in the last 3 months, I use toilet brushes in different sizes to clean the wheels, I also have a diesel TT with the same wheels, I would recommend either model, I get 18mpg on the S5 and 45mpg on the TT, both have been remapped to 420 and 260bhp respectively great cars glad you are enjoying it
The toilet brushes aren't too tough on the wheel? Griots Garage sells brushes of all sizes, which is what I use my car. Here in Florida the roads are flat and no potholes which is why I went with the 20" wheels. Otherwise you are looking at many tire replacements. Gas mileage has something left to be desired about, but the performance more than makes up for it.
@@Pietro931 I agree, fuel economy is second to driving through tunnels with the sound blaring, in the UK toilet brushes are very soft, and they work very well, my TT isn’t far behind, a second over a quarter mile, I love both cars and wouldn’t replace either
Got mine 3 weeks ago. I have never bought wheel and tire protection on any car but I did with this. I feel it’s only a matter of time before a pothole takes our a tire/rim
The 20" wheels are very delicate and that is furthers by the oem tires that are rubber band thick. Switch to Michelin tires asap, they are a game changer in ride quality and comfort. They also have a thicker sidewall. I am in Florida so the roads are straight and boring, very little in the way of potholes.
Thank you for the content, what a nice car. Will probably move on to an s5 from my s3 in two years time
you picked the perfect options! beautiful!
Thanks 😊
Ordered a 2021 s5 in March. With the delays got pushed to a 2022 model and finally I should have it in about 3 weeks.
Congrats!! What color and pkgs/options did you get?
New sub here. Great videos. I also picked up mine 3 weeks ago. Look forward to seeing the videos about the maintenance /update you may have for the S5 in future!
I have the first maintenance on 2/3. Will do a video right after to show cost and what was done along with wear and year on the car after 10k miles.
The one in Optical Black is the best.Nice car man.
I'm sure you already got the clear bra you mentioned in this video since it was a while back; should take a look into Xpel or any PPF in your area. Being down there I am sure you have 1-2 options. Full protection for the entire car to protect that beauty! I am thinking of getting the deep green pearl as well! looks good on the S5
I am finally getting scheduled for it. Detailer are having a hard time keeping staff.
You are getting the same color; that is awesome!!! Wait until you actually see it, person. Your jaw will hit the ground.
I have 2 years with my 2021 S5 and had to change all tires for all season tires, the summer tires won’t last more than 13-14K mikes, just to let you know!
I have a video on that subject, check it out. Continentals only lasted 14k miles.
Only 9 months later but I’m lookin into gettin a 21 s5 how has it held up?
Better late than never. Congrats 👏!!
@@Pietro931 thanks I appreciate it, great vid showed me everything I wanted to see
Glad to be of help. You have to share some pics or a video.
Ordered a 2024 RS5 competition. Being built as we speak with delivery around April.
That is a beast and a real performer. Congrats 👏
Nice car man. Good info. Just ordered mine and unfortunately it won't come with the phone box due to chip shortage.
I only have an A3 right now but looking into possible upgrading to an S4 or S5 next year. These cars are gnarly!
Sportback is the way to go
Why not go with the s3?? I have the 2022 s3 8y and it's truly a masterpiece...
@@MistaBrown420 8Y S3 going for $50k+ in my area even used, I can find used low mileage S4 or S5 for low $40k. I don’t wanna spend $50k on a car unfortunately, barely want to spend $40k haha, 8Y S3 is a dope car though, if I could find for low $40k I’d pull the trigger
@@LoXHumaN I got mine with 1850 miles on it. The previous owner put 1800 miles on it in 11 months of ownership!!!! every single option with premium plus not the prestige so no matrix led's but I got it for 48900 msrp was around 57,500 tho haha so I personally wouldn't have been able to pull the trigger on it at around 60 grand lol and it's now at 4500 miles a little over a month n half later lol. But yeah getting an 8y at low 40's is no easy feat unless it's got like 20k plus miles on it but even then I wasn't seeing them drop in price much even with that kind of mileage on em they should hold decently well in value after that initial new to used car depreciation pretty much why I went with a slightly used one. I'm pretty dang sure you can find one spec'd out lightly and maybe get it for sub 40's but then you won't be getting things that imo make the car so great like the upgraded mmi or the upgraded sport seats... If your planning on a prev gen s car then I would say don't go for the prev gen s3 it has a really cheap interior and the seats suck manual only seats in a luxury car is just dumb but the new s3 has power seats that are ammmmmmazing
Great video!
On the 20” though, do you recommend to go for slightly bigger thickness for the tyre to avoid wheel damage when run into potholes?
If you live in a place where it gets cold and the roads have potholes, stay away from the 20s. The tires and the wheels will get damaged, and both are not cheap to replace. Plus, you will need a second set of wheels and tires for the winter season. I live in Florida, where it's warm, and the roads are flat with no road damage. I would not have selected the package if I was in a colder place.
Nice video. I have a 2019, personally I think the leather seats makes the car look 100x better lol. But do you plan on doing any mods?
No mods planned. The leather looks nice, but the Alcantara feels better especially when it's super hot here in Southern Florida
Gorgeous car
Picked mine up last week. Love it!!
Got a link to the brush you use for the rims?
www.griotsgarage.com/search.do?query=wheel+brush
Mine just made it to Houston has to go through customs and then get a carrier to bring it up to Illinois I ordered it in March 5 plus months
Almost there. Post a video of it here.
Would you suggest skipping the black optics package to get 19 inch wheels? I live in Wisconsin and the roads here can be a little rough sometimes. How are you liking the tide on the 20s so far? Thanks for very informative videos!
Given where you live here are the options 1) get the BOP knowing a winter set is needed. The package really makes the look of the car or 2) 18"s give your rim more protection from the pot holes. The 19s have a very thin sidewall. Bending a rim or cutting into a tire is very real up north.
Hope this helps somewhat.
I have the 19' all season wheels instead of the BOP due to the same reason, and not regret at all.
Same car (live in Maryland) I got a second set of wheels/winter tires from tire rack. What Pietro said, the 20s on the BOP really make the look of the car, even if you can only use them six month out of the year.
Lovely car but the wheels are screaming out for spacers (especially the rears)
Stock is stock.
Strange thing, if the Car is in dynamic and u start it and rev, You dont Get pops. However if u start the Car in dynamic, go to comfort and back to dynamics it will pop when u rev… idk why
New sub here, i greatly enjoy your content. I could listen to you describe toaster oven features though so don’t feel you can only focus on cars lol
Thanks. I did ask if people want me to expand on other new cars, no responses yet.
Well yes please expand you have my views that's for sure 😂. I drive a 2012 4.2 v8 Audi s5 prestige. Looking to upgrade this definitely has my eye but I'll miss the V8 exhaust note.
@@desmundlighten3603 nothing replaces a n/a V8.
@@Pietro931 right ! hence my quandary lol 😅😂😂
Nice...I bought the exact same one
Same color too? Congrats 👏
Thanks for the update! Can you tell me how the piano black on the center console is holding up after wiping it? Mine has a lot of swirls already so I bought new piece and am going to have it PPFed with the clear plastic so it doesn’t scratch so easy. I’ve used only microfiber cloth and water spray to clean it off. Other than that loving my RS5.
I haven't had that issue. When I clean it I make sure there is alot of liquid on it and allow the liquid to loosen up whatever is on the surface. I put almost no pressure in wiping with a microfiber cloth.
You may want to try putting polish on it. That could fill in the light scratches.
You can consider wrapping it in vinyl with satin/matte finish. If you go to the quality shop you won’t even notice it’s there and it’ll look like pre-facelift version.
Any chance you could put the car in a garage with good lighting so we can really see the Green color ??? It’s killing me not to be able to se what you see it real time. Please ?
I will next weekend
@@Pietro931 thanks I just watched your new video and NOW I SEE THE AWESOME PAINTING 🖼
Did you get any wheel warranty? I wish they would offer the 19s on the S4 as an option for the black optics package. I would be very scared of damaging those 20s.
I did not get the warranty because of where I am. If I were in a place where potholes were an issue, the warranty is a must. These wheels will get damaged easily in that environment.
@@Pietro931 Thanks! I’d love to see you review other cars, maybe the S4 and S6 since there aren’t a lot of reviews for them right now?
Thanks. I have been considering doing that with other cars.
Ordered in July. Expected by November :(
That's not too bad.
You can't use the MMI it's still down wondering when it'll be up and running
What's the best way you get navigation if you didn't order it in the car
If you have Android, plug in and use Google maps or waze. Just as good and $1500 saved.
Cool videos. I just put my order in. Turbo blue premium plus trim with black package and sport package. I have a 2021 Jag F-TYPE R that is British Racing Green. Great choice on your color. I know what you mean when you say you have to see it in person. Green is awesome. What do you do for work?
Such a nice car...so keen to get one.. but the terrible mpg puts me off XD
The MPGs are around 23 mpgs, not the 18 I stated. I was stuck in traffic earlier which tweaked that number.
@@Pietro931 currently on a cheap runabout Seat Ibiza fr... getting up to 60 mpg XD. so petrol will be 3X the cost in this eeeeep
@@Pietro931 I might get a mk3 tts instead 😅
@@pokiscro that is very nice too
Hi! Is this one have sport exhaust or stock?
Sport
@@Pietro931 To clarify, all S5s come with sport exhaust, so it is sport, but stock for S5. The Sport package on S5 only changes the rear differential, adds adaptive damping suspension and red brake calipers.
To people who recently ordered s4/s5 b9, what discounts if any did you get from the dealer?
In the US, check with Costco. They usually have a 1250 discount if you have a membership by a certain date.
How many miles until your 1st oil change
10k miles. Spark plugs too. Get the maintenance pkg, pays itself off.
I have a 2020 Q8. Is it feasible to get a RSQ5 sport back? In addition?
You want both?
@@Pietro931 yes! I’m looking to buy in January 2023. I also have a Genesis GV70.
@@edwardbroadnaxjr2592 The RSQ5 would be a very nice addition 👍.
Is this a diesel?
No. 6 cyl turbo gas engine
@@Pietro931 in the UK we only have the diesel varient 😔
@@abzdadon74 I heard, that stinks.
Don't think it's standard...it's an option when I built one on the website.
What are you referring to?
@@Pietro931 sorry the carbon inside the car. I'm in canada. May differ.
@Ben Coupar in 2021 it was an option; they changed that in 2022. The standard material didn't do the interior justice.
MPG is very poor number. BMW 540 easily outperforms with average of 27 MPG. It is 25% better.
5 series is more in line with the S6 class of Audi
@@Pietro931 well. S6 shows even less MPG.
So
@@sunshadow9704 is the 540i you're comparing it to AWD?
Yes. It is.