The REAL COST of owning an Audi | Audi S5 Maintenance, Gas, Insurance, Depreciation and Car Payments

I've owned my Audi S5 over the past 3 years and I'm going to share the REAL cost of owning this car. It may shock you. We will cover the monthly maintenance costs, fuel costs, insurance costs, car payments, and depreciation costs associated with running such a refined German sports coupe. For reference, this is a 2018 Audi S5. However, your costs will be similar if you own a newer model vehicle. Unlike other reviewers, this is my experience with this car over the years rather than spending a day or two with a car.

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Maintenance costs of an Audi S5
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[carsofmedicine]

I can save you some time if you come for maintenance costs. My average is 10.8 US cents per mile with this Audi S5. In 2022, AAA said the average vehicle owner will spend 9.83 cents per mile on maintenance. Please like the video and leave a comment if this info is useful :)

[rav]

Super meaningful video man. Great to see someone making content that resonates perfectly with someone that may be looking to get a new or used performance Audi.

[FeatherBreaker]

Super straight forward video and very informative. Thanks!

[uvirzjp]

I own a SQ5, loves the car, hate Audi service fees at $186/hour for labor. My advise: buy service packages from Audi when still under warranty, then go independent specialist as they charge $90/hour max

[hardykornfeld]

I own a 2018 Audi S4 (B9) Prestige with the sport diff that I bought new. Over 60, 000 miles, the only unscheduled service was repairing a bent wheel that fell victim to a winter pothole. That was with my aftermarket 18” winter wheel and tire setup. The trip computer shows a lifetime average fuel consumption of 31 mpg, but it’s a bit optimistic and probably reflects 29-30 mpg measured at the tank. As a “retired” motorcycle road racer I love driving fast, but only under suitable conditions that are rare in the real world. So far, I’m very satisfied with this car. Quite different from my previous B8 S4 that I was lucky to trade in at a good price when the DSG started to get wonky. Replacing that would have been financially ruinous. The ZF in the new car is a bit less fun but very reliable. I prepaid for scheduled maintenance till now but that’s over so future service will be done by a local certified shop and not a dealership.

[jr]

I just got rid of my Audi 2018 Q5, which I bought new. I honestly really liked and enjoyed the car, but I had nothing but issues with it. Especially out of warranty. I owned a decent amount of new and used cars and never had as many problems as I had with my Audi. They were stupid problems too, like window actuator, leaking oil pan, bushings (twice), motor mounts, dead control module, etc... I bought the car new in 2017 had it for just under 7 years, it was paid off as well. I work from home so didn't drive much, I had just about 48k miles when traded it in. I decided to trade it in when I brought it in for an oil change and they told me I need motor mounts, bushings, brakes (wear and tear, don't really count it), but it was about $3500 in work. On top of the $3k I spent fixing a dead control module and another $2k in leaking oil pan, and bushings. I looked up the car and it was only valued at $20k, I decided I wasn't going to put another $3500 into it and instead by a new car (not an Audi). Like I said, I really enjoyed the car, especially the digital dash, which was new with this car and one of the reasons I bought it. I hated to have to buy a new car, but couldn't put any more money into it. It was my first Audi. Not sure if I will buy an Audi brand car again, but if I do it will most likely not be new and have the extended warranty (certified used).

[Von_RX]

this is the 1st cost breakdown video that I found very well done!

[dcttn]

I like how you contruct and do your videos 💪🏾 keep up the good work

[alj]

Nice breakdown and thanks for including the metric units 😂😂😂

[turyboy]

thanks! wishing for more videos like this on Youtube

[markswishereatsstuff]

I bought a 2016 A7 in 2019 with fresh tires and 22K miles on the odometer. Have only done oil changes and got the front/rear pads replaced. Thinking the tires will age out in 2025 and plan Michelin Pilots. Changed insurance from Geico to Erie and saving 600/year.

[Deadlygangsta]

This was very helpful, I am planning on getting new Audi, S5. My A4 died after 10 years, timing chain issues.

[bwoisness]

I own a 2020 Audi S3. Oil changes every 5k miles @ $90-100. I use Audi oil. Had my front strut go bad. I have Mag ride and one strut was $1000 without installation. If I replaced my whole suspension you're looking at $4k. I ended up going with KW coilovers and doing a mag ride delete. It cost me around 3k because I changed all the mounts both front and rear. The coilovers alone was $2, 500. I have changed the PCV valve for about $70. Did DSG, Haldex and front/ rear diff services. It cost about $600. Sparkplugs are aroung $60.

[DeliveryCamMan]

Just picked up a 2020 A3 quattro with 55k mileage a month ago and already dropped $2500 on maintenance and to replace starter. Hoping I won't have to drop too much more before trading up to s4/5 in a year or two

[BocaAtractivo]

I financed from the start my 17 Audi Q7 at a high interest rate because I wanted lower payments (because it was a preowned unit w/48K kms - I know it sounds I'm on the losing end. But the way I seeit. I win because I've done every single timely maintenance service (oil changes half the recommendations by Audi, coils, sparks, brakes, pulley belt, rear differential fluid and engine mounts) - I didn't cheap out on parts, made sure all OEM parts that are less expensive (at distributors price) than the dealership (except the engine mounts which I had no choice but to purchase from the dealership with a discount. The only labour I ever paid for was to fluid exchange for transmission and for the engine mounts replacement because it was breaking down and a lil' sumthin-sumthin' to enhance it for better drivability ;) - THAT'S IT! Currently running past 134K kms.My point is, anyone can acquire to drive ANY Audi. You just have to learn how to loan and manage debt. If anyone is ever thinking about driving an Audi and owning it past warranty, be agressive on maintenance schedule and be a DIYer. If you don't, do not buy one because then you'll just be complaining and bashing the brand.

[epicswirl]

I’m 23 and I’m a SWE. I have a 2022 Audi S5 SB. Was $77, 000 out the door @ 2.99%. $1000 a month payment for 5 years. Had it 2 years now.

Maintenance cost: $0

I have Audi care and a manufacturer warranty. Hopefully I just have to do brakes next which is quoted at $1900.

[hklyfe]

I really want to get a cheap convertible as a daily driver. I also am concerned about the costs of maintenance.

There's a used 2012 audi a5 near me with 66k miles going for $14k.

Should I buy?

[acidbath]

came across a nice g4 quattro with only 101 on the odometer but this video is making me reconsider

[cenktoplar]

I have e-mailed to Audi-Aachen (Germany) to get an idea about Audi A1 (2018) 1 liter engine so according to them new engine oil and filter have to replace, break fluid, spark plugs and polen filters and I have calculated materials and all of them were 340 euros and total cost was 950 so it means that labor cost 610 euros.

Extremely expensive

[jasonwagner]

That was really weird recognizing the Wawa and streets in West Chester! Where'd you get it and would you suggest a local dealer? I'm in the market for a lightly used >2021 S5 sportback this year.