2011 Audi S5
US · Subcompact Cars
The 2011 Audi S5 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 4.2L 8-cylinder (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 4.2L 8-cylinder (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 3.0 L to 4.2 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 to 8 | |
| Aspiration | Supercharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 6 to 7 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
15V019000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles. In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or Volkswagen customer…
Reported January 20, 2015. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 7, 2026
Data verified: November 7, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2010 Audi S5
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 4.2L 8-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged · AWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) - 2012 Audi S5
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 4.2L 8-cylinder (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI) · AWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2011 Audi S5 have?
Varies by configuration: 4.2L 8-cylinder (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Audi S5?
Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2011 Audi S5 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2011 Audi S5?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.