2018 Audi A5 Specifications Overview

The 2018 Audi A5 is certified across 8 configurations with 2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 3L 6-Cylinder Engine, 2.9L 6-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (AM-S7) or Manual 6-spd or Automatic (AM-S8). EPA classified under the Subcompact Cars / Midsize Cars size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 2nd Generation (Typ F5) vehicle family.

Engine / Motors
3 Options
2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 3L 6-Cylinder Engine...
Drivetrain Options
AWD
All-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
3 Options
Automatic (AM-S7), Manual 6-spd
Vehicle Classification
Subcompact Cars
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (8)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
A5 Cabriolet quattro Subcompact Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM-S7) All-Wheel Drive Premium
A5 quattro Subcompact Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Manual 6-spd All-Wheel Drive Premium
A5 Sportback quattro Midsize Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM-S7) All-Wheel Drive Premium
A5 quattro Subcompact Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM-S7) All-Wheel Drive Premium
S5 Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM-S8) All-Wheel Drive Premium
S5 Sportback Midsize Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM-S8) All-Wheel Drive Premium
S5 Cabriolet Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM-S8) All-Wheel Drive Premium
RS 5 Subcompact Cars 2.9L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM-S8) All-Wheel Drive Premium
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2018 Audi A5 MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Subcompact Cars
  • Midsize Cars

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2018 Audi A5 2 DR AWD
  • 2018 Audi A5 C AWD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.