2011 Audi S5 Premium Plus

The S5 is Audi's sporty mid-size coupe and convertible, a step above the A5 with more power and sharper tuning. It's a car that rewards a spirited drive, with immediate acceleration and a chassis that feels planted through corners. Inside, the cabin is upscale and comfortable, though the rear seat is tight and the trunk is modest. Some owners report paint flaking and a rear-view mirror that can detach, but most say the car has been trouble-free. The Premium Plus is the volume trim, sitting below the Prestige and giving you most of the S5's performance gear without the full luxury tech package. Its 4.2L I8 makes 354 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque, routed through a six-speed automatic to all-wheel drive, and you'll see 19 mpg combined at the pump.