Electrifying acceleration. Exhilarating handling. Breathtaking speed. Nobody said the life of a sport-luxury coupe or convertible was easy. The 2016 Audi S5 handles most of these expectations with grace—although it’s not likely to be the fastest car on the track. For instance, you can expect it to lose in a race against an Audi RS5, especially if you've opted for some premium Audi S5 wheels.

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2016 Audi S5 0-60 time

It takes just 4.9 seconds for the 2016 Audi S5 wheels to turn into a 60 mph silver blur. With all-wheel drive Quattro as a standard feature, this model year offers excellent traction and acceleration. Depending on your needs, you can choose between a six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic transmission (convertibles are only available with the seven-speed automatic).

The

Premium Plus Quattro Coupe

originally retailed for $53,100; although you can find used models today starting at around $28,000. The price increases if you choose extras like the

Prestige Quattro trim

(originally starting at $59,350) or Technology package (originally an extra $3,150). If speed is your primary concern, skip the Black Optic package (originally $1,000). The 20-inch five-double-spoke matte titanium Audi S5 wheels look cool, but they’ll slow you down.

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2016 Audi S5 specs

Which Audi S5 engine is the fastest?

There’s only one engine available for the 2016 S5: a supercharged 3.0L V6 with 333 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque. A better question might be, which S5 body style is the fastest?

Edmunds recorded a 0.7-second difference

between the 0-60 times of the coupe and convertible Cabriolet, with the coupe edging out the convertible for first place. Perhaps the coupe's hard top makes it more aerodynamic?

Despite the S5’s capable performance, the RS5 surpassed it in 2018. The newcomer packs a 2.9L twin-turbocharged V6 engine capable of 444-hp and 443 lb-ft of torque. Check out the results of a 0-60 race between the Audi S5 and RS5 below.

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Can it beat the competition?

Not really. The Audi S5 lags behind its contemporaries. Between the Audi S5 vs RS5, the RS5 is the winner. Take a look:

2016 Audi S5 Prestige Convertible

: 4.9 seconds

2018 Kia Stinger GT:

4.6 seconds

2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG Shooting Brake:

4.5 seconds

2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4MATIC Convertible:

4.3 seconds

2016 Audi A8L 4.0T Sport Quattro:

3.9 seconds

2016 BMW M4 GTS:

3.6 seconds

2018 Audi RS5:

3.4 seconds

Ultimately, the Audi S5 is a more-than-capable luxury performance vehicle. You won't have any trouble leaving most cars behind when the light turns green. And although the suspension is arguably stiff and sporty, you'll enjoy a silky-smooth ride atop the Audi S5 wheels.

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