2018 Audi S5 Prestige

This is Audi's mid-size performance coupe, convertible, and hatchback, the step up from the A5 for buyers who want more muscle. The ride is firm but controlled, so you feel the road, yet it stays comfortable enough for daily driving. Inside, the cabin feels upscale with high-quality materials, and the Sportback's hatchback body adds useful cargo space. Adaptive cruise control and a 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system set the Prestige apart from the Premium Plus trim below it. The 3.0L V6 sends 354 horsepower through the eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, which makes the S5 feel quick off the line and planted through corners. The Prestige's adaptive suspension lets you soften the ride for the highway or firm it up for a back road, and it's worth using.