Quick Answer: What a 2026 Audi S5 Costs in Queens
2026 Audi S5 MSRPs start at $63,300 for Premium, $66,200 for Premium Plus, and $70,900 for Prestige, each excluding a $1,395 destination charge, taxes, title, and registration. In New York City, the 8.875% combined sales tax applies on top of that, and Manhattan-bound drivers should factor in the $9 congestion toll during peak hours. Audi Signature Care covers the first three years or 30,000 miles of maintenance at no additional cost either way, whether the car is purchased or leased. Current lease and finance offers change monthly; Audi Queens posts the live figures rather than this guide, since manufacturer incentives expire on fixed dates.
Total price, including every dealer-imposed charge: S5 Premium $64,870, S5 Premium Plus $67,770, S5 Prestige $72,470. Those totals include the $1,395 destination charge and the $175 documentation fee (an optional dealer charge, not a New York State or DMV fee) on top of manufacturer’s suggested retail prices of $63,300, $66,200, $70,900; they exclude state and local taxes, title, registration, and any optional equipment.
The three MSRPs, and what's actually driving the gap between them
The $2,900 step from Premium to Premium Plus buys the Bang & Olufsen sound system, the electrochromic panoramic roof, and the built-in dashcam, three specific, nameable upgrades rather than a vague trim-level markup. The $4,700 step from Premium Plus to Prestige buys adaptive damping suspension, Matrix LED headlights, OLED taillights, the 10.9-inch passenger display, and a set of comfort features (ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, automated parking). None of the three trims touch the engine, transmission, or quattro system, so the price difference is entirely about what's added, not what's under the hood.
What New York City actually adds on top of MSRP
New York City's combined sales tax is 8.875%, applied to the vehicle's selling price whether it's financed or paid outright. On a lease, that same tax rate applies to the monthly payments themselves rather than the full vehicle price upfront, and it's also collected on any down payment made at signing, a structure that surprises buyers used to other states' rules. Drivers who'll be taking the S5 into Manhattan should also budget for the MTA's congestion pricing toll, $9 during peak hours as of 2026, scheduled to rise to $12 in 2028. Add New York State's annual safety and emissions inspection, a routine cost but one worth planning for on any car kept in the state long-term.
Buy or lease: what actually changes with an S5
The calculus on a performance sedan like the S5 leans a little differently than it does on a mainstream car. Buyers who plan to keep the car past the Signature Care window (three years or 30,000 miles) and who value building equity in a car that historically holds value well within the segment tend toward purchasing. Buyers who want the newest Digital Stage software and the latest safety tech refreshed every few years, and who'd rather not think about a dual-clutch transmission's out-of-warranty service costs, tend toward leasing. Either way, Audi Signature Care applies identically, so the maintenance-cost variable that usually tips this decision is already neutralized for the first three years.
Where to see actual numbers
Manufacturer incentives on Audi models run monthly with hard expiration dates, which means any specific lease payment or APR printed in a guide like this one would likely be stale by the time it's read. Audi Queens keeps its current specials and finance offers updated in real time, including any active loyalty credits for existing Audi owners trading in or renewing. The online finance application and a trade-in valuation tool are both available before a showroom visit, useful for narrowing down numbers ahead of time.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a 2026 Audi S5 cost?
MSRP starts at $63,300 for the Premium trim, before the $1,395 destination charge, taxes, title, and registration. Premium Plus starts at $66,200 and Prestige at $70,900, both on the same excluding-destination basis.
Is it cheaper to buy or lease an Audi S5?
It depends on how long the car is kept and how the numbers are financed, there isn't a universal answer. Audi Queens can run both scenarios side by side using current rates and incentives; a request through the finance application is the fastest way to see real numbers.
Does the price include NYC sales tax?
No. The 8.875% combined NYC sales tax is added on top of the negotiated selling price, applied to monthly payments rather than the full price on a lease. It isn't reflected in the MSRP figures above.
Get a real quote in Flushing
Apply for financing or visit Audi Queens at 30-35 College Point Blvd to see current S5 offers, trade-in value, and a payment structure built around your actual numbers rather than a national estimate.
All 2026 Audi S5 guides
Manufacturer’s suggested retail price excludes the $1,395 destination charge and the $175 documentation fee (an optional dealer charge, not a New York State or DMV fee), along with taxes, title, registration, and dealer-installed options; the dealer sets the actual selling price. NYC sales tax rate and congestion pricing figures current as of 2026; confirm current rates before purchase. Lease and finance offers are time-limited manufacturer or dealer programs with eligibility requirements; see Audi Queens for current terms, "with approved credit," and full disclosures. Audi Signature Care terms per Audi of America's published program for MY2026 vehicles.