Audi A5

The first generation Audi A5, Audi A5 Coupé (8T3), the Audi A5 Cabriolet (8F7) (2009-), Audi A5Sportback (8TA), Audi A5 S5 (2007), Audi A5 Aluminium A5 Coupe (2009), RS5 Audi A5 ( 2010-), Audi A5 Coupé Ethanol E100 (2010), Audi A5 S5 Special Edition (2012-), Audi A5 specification, the Audi A5 body style, engine Audi A5, Audi A5 Transmission, Equipment Audi A5, Audi A5 Reception, Audi A5 Motorsports, Marketing Audi A5, Audi A5 Facelift 2012 model year (2011-), the Audi RS 5 Coupe A5, A5 Audi RS 5 Cabriolet (2013-), A5 Audi A5 DTM (2012-), Audi A5 2013 Update, the Audi A5 A5 (2013-), the Audi A5 S5 (2013-), A5 Audi RS 5 Coupe, RS 5 Cabriolet (2013-), A5 Audi A5 DTM Champion (2013-)

 

Audi A5

 

 

Audi A5 came in the form of convertible or hardtop coupe, both of which are available in performance S5 trim. Need more speed? Go to RS 5 with its 450-hp, 4.2-liter V-8.A5 and its variants is a member of the Audi family of vehicles that also includes A4 and S4 sedan, wagon and Allroad. The new versions of all of these cars should start arriving soon.MORE: Read our 2016 Audi A5 reviews for pricing with options, specifications, and gas mileage ratingsA5 was introduced to the US market for the 2008 model year and quickly became one of our favorites among the luxury cars of the size that are quick and competent handling, not to mention the audience a. To this day, managed to survive the handsome design, looks modern and clean as when it first appeared.Audi A5 and S5 coupe was introduced by a different division of powers. A5 two-door hardtops received a 265-horsepower, 3.2-liter V-6 with direct injection and a choice of six-speed manual or automatic transmission. This edition also has a standard quattro all-wheel drive, which gives the curb weight substantially - but not as much of a performance penalty as expected, such as Audi estimated 0-60 mph time of about 6 seconds. Our editors praised the A5 is up, repairs and looks exciting, but noted that the A5 cramped rear seats, and the relative lack of steering feel. A company S-line pack handling optional up a bit, and "Drive Select" option allows the driver to select electronically controlled suspension settings, steering, transmission, and throttle, with mixed results.S5 coupe originally came with a rev-happy 4.2-liter V-8 making 354 horsepower, cousin V-8 used in the Audi R8 supercar. S5 models also get a stiffer suspension setup as well as some changes to the interior and exterior. Machines let the car hit 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and reaches a top speed limited to 155 mph, putting it in striking distance of BMW M3 respected.For the 2010 model year, Audi added some new options to the lineup. Both A5 and S5 Cabriolet arrives in the form of a handsome, with a power-folding fabric roof. S5 Cabriolet brings with it a supercharged V-6 333-hp along with the Audi A6 and S4, in cooperation with the gearbox dual-clutch seven-speed ahead. Audi S5 coupe V-8 engine maintain them at that time. Cabriolets adopted the optional Drive Select, while the system quattro all-wheel-drive on the S5 coupe and cabriolet is set for rear power bias.The A5 coupe and cabriolet, it becomes more complex as well. Basic coupe gets a new turbocharged four-cylinder with 211 hp (now the only engine A5), all-wheel drive and six-speed manual transmission, with an option for the six-speed automatic. Basic Cabriolet arrives with front-drive and a continuously variable transmission (CVT) is mated to the same turbo four; all-wheel drive is optional on the Cabrio and packed with a conventional six-speed automatic.Both coupe S5 Cabriolet and Audi now comes with 333-hp supercharged V-6. Coupe get a choice of six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, while cabriolets come only with a dual-clutch gearbox. A limited-slip differential is standard, and the Drive Select is available in both as well.For RS 5, 450-hp Audi fits, 4.2-liter V-8 derived from the ten-cylinder unit that powers several versions of its R8 sports. (For a taste of the most powerful model, see our first drive of the RS 5.) Coupled with all-wheel drive and dual-clutch transmission, the engine push the RS 5 to 60 mph in an estimated 4.5 seconds, and top speed to be set for 174 mph. With a limited-slip differential and torque-vectoring differential between the rear wheels, the RS5 has the ability to move electricity around for excellent traction. Select the drive standard, but does not control the suspension - have been specially tuned springs and shocks - but Dynamic Steering is a choice. A convertible Audi RS 5 Cabriolet was added a short time after the coupe and is also available.The entire Audi A5 lineup, coupe and cabriolet models now only offers turbo four with 211 hp; all-wheel drive is standard, and the Drive Select is an option. Coupe comes with a choice of six-speed manual or a new eight-speed automatic; cabriolets only offers automatic.Audi has equipped the most advanced telematics and infotainment features to A5 (and S5 and RS 5), including Audi Connect, which adds 3G connectivity and turns the car into a rolling wireless hotspot. Navigation system offered as an option to create a map with Google Earth and Google Street View Data beautiful effect. A Bang & Olufsen audio system is available, such as adaptive cruise control that can bring the car to a complete halt if it detects obstacles at speeds up to 19 mph.A second generation of the A5 expected for the 2016 model yea r. Reports indicate an attempt to lose weight in the lineup, adding (possibly optional) hybrid technology to improve fuel economy. A twin-turbo V-8 (the possibility of Audi 4.0-liter) are expected to replace the naturally aspirated unit in the RS 5 today, while the eight-speed transmission of dual-clutch will be added to the mix in the more mainstream models. A4 spy shots give an idea of ​​the styling direction for the new coupe and convertible variants. The new A5 will be unveiled after the new lineup A4 sedan and Avant wagon, the possibility of a time in the calendar year 2015.Used Audi A5 ModelA5 Cabriolet is one of the few (and only, to some models that year) all-wheel-drive convertible offered in the market. The Cabriolet also stands out for over a well-insulated soft that raises and lowers smoothly and does not take up significant luggage space or damaging this A5 handsome silhouette. This is one of the roomiest cargo space between the convertible, as well as with the 2.0T engine, one of the most fuel-efficient luxury convertibles.Article source: http://www.thecarconnection.com/cars/audi_a5Audi A5Audi A5 (internally designated Typ 8T) is a big tourer produced by the German automaker Audi since 2007. The range consists of the A5 coupé, cabriolet, and "Sportback" (four-door liftback featuring roofline with steeply raked rear window is integrated with the trunk lid) The fourth-generation version (B8) Audi A4 saloon and estate models.The first generationThe first launchAudi A5 marked return to the compact executive coupé market since the (B3 / B4) Audi 80-based coupé model production ended in 1996. On May 10, 2006, confirms that Audi A5 will go into production. B6 / B7 A4 spawn convertible variant but not coupé. For the fourth-generation A4 (B8), Audi decided to spin off cabriolet, along with the new coupé and four-door hatchback, becoming the nameplate itself as the A5.The new A5 and A4 B8 based on the Audi MLP platform (Modular Longitudinal Platform) which supports the next-generation A6 and A8.A5 is the third coupe in the Audi line-up, after the second generation TT and R8. A5 adopts the design elements of the Nuvolari quattro concept. A5 debuted with a 3.2-liter FSI V6 engine provides 195 kW (265 PS; 261 hp).Coupé (8T3)Audi A5 CoupéThe design is based on the Nuvolari quattro concept car. Audi A5 and S5 Coupé models were unveiled simultaneously at the Salon International de l'Auto (Geneva) and the Melbourne International Motor Shows on March 6, 2007.Booking A5 and S5 began on March 6, 2007 and the first delivery was made in June 2007. Launch models including the 3.2 FSI V6 engine and 3.0 TDI multitronic 6-speed quattro, the 1.8 TFSI is available in autumn 2007.Initial US model including A5 3.2 FSI quattro and 4.2 FSI quattro S5 coupe. Both include either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission. S5 models went on sale in November 2007, only equipped with manual transmission, while the A5 and the Tiptronic went on sale early spring 2008.Canadian models went on sale in 2008. The Model Launch include the A5 3.2 FSI with a choice of 6-speed manual or 6-speed Tiptronic transmission. Since 2011 only 2.0 L Turbo engines available for the A5 in Canada.Cabriolet (8F7) (2009-)Audi A5 CabrioletIn 2013 Audi introduced the new A5 Black Edition. Audi UK registered Deepak Lutchmun of Essex first owner who has the youngest A5 black edition with Paronamic roof. A5 and S5 Cabriolet (convertible) production began in early 2009. The A5 Cabriolet including fabric roof as opposed to the retractable hardtop like the Volkswagen Eos. The same engine range with contemporary A5 coupe models, but the S5 Cabriolet comes with a supercharged 3.0 TFSI V6 engine. The A5 Cabriolet replaces the A4 Cabriolet. A5 Cabriolet begin shipping in the second quarter 2009. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2009 New York Auto Show.The US version of the A5 and S5 Cabriolet goes on sale in September 2009 as a 2010 model early models including the A5 2.0 TFSI multitronic I4, A5 2.0 quattro Tiptronic, S5 quattro S tronic.Sportback (8TA)Audi A5 SportbackA5 Sportback has four frameless doors and a long, tapering roofline, give a "coupé-like" appearance. While it shares many cues exterior with A5 coupé, which Sportback interior similar to the A4 sedan; though all A5 models have the same platform as the A4, the Sportback is closer in design to the A4 from the rest of the A5 family. The Sportback has been described as "a sedan with front end (including an identical S-line display) and rear lights of the A5 coupe but the wheelbase of the A4", the Sportback is positioned more as a "car designer" compared with more conventional A4 sedan.Sportback models are available in Europe, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Middle East, Mexico, and South Africa. It is not sold in the United States and Canada.Early production models including the 2.0 TFSI quattro 155 kW (211 PS; 208 hp), 3.2 FSI quattro, 2.0 TDI 125 kW (170 PS; 168 hp) with a six-speed manual gearbox and start / stop system, the 2.7 TDI, 3.0 TDI quattro ,The production version goes on sale in September 2009.A5 Sportback is available with two petrol engines or three diesels.S5 (2007-)Audi S5 Cabriolet (8F7, Australia)Audi S5 Coupé (8T3, Germany)Audi S5 coupé released in the form to the public at the same time as the A5. Audi S5, compared with A5, different fascia features (like most Audi S and RS models), including a series of LED daytime running around the bi-Xenon headlights and chrome grille vertical stripes. In many markets, S5 included as standard, 19 "alloy wheels with five parallel spoke design, bigger brakes, heated leather sport seats and other convenience features, some of which are only available as an option on the A5. Changes for the 2010 model year, including lights LED tail, the introduction of the Premium Plus and Prestige trim levels, and a new optional equipment such as Leather / Alcantara seats.Although sharing the same nameplate, different powertrains between coupé and Cabriolet / Sportback for the 2010-12 model years. The 2010-12 Audi S5 coupe has a 4.2 liter Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) V8 engine [3] which produces 260 kW (349 hp), while the S5 Cabriolet and Sportback has a 3.0-liter TFSI supercharged V6 produces 245 kW (329 hp), divided the 2010 Audi S4 3.0 TFSI quattro sedan and avant. Coupé has a good choice of 6-speed manual or 6-speed Tiptronic, while the Cabriolet / Sportback has a 7-speed dual-clutch S-Tronic.Aluminum A5 Coupé (2009)Aluminum A5 Coupé is a prototype vehicle demonstrated the Audi Space Frame (ASF) aluminum concept. It is based on the Audi A5 Coupe 2.0 TFSI with 155 kW (211 PS; 208 hp) engine, but uses an aluminum Audi Space Frame, aluminum and carbon fiber reinforced plastic body. Punch riveting, bonding or laser MIG hybrid welding replaced spot welding. This vehicle is 110 kg (243 lb) lighter than the equivalent steel-bodied production model.The vehicle was built by Audi's Aluminium and Lightweight Design Centre in Neckarsulm. [21]RS5 (2010-)2010 Audi RS5Available in coupé body, it is a version of the Audi A5 4.2 FSI with engine rated 450 PS (331 kW; 444 hp) @ 8250rpm and 430 N • m (317.15 pounds • ft) @ 4000-6000rpm, seven-speed S tronic transmission, Audi drive select, quattro permanent all-wheel drive with crown gear center differential and torque vectoring electronics, 20 mm (0.79 in) lower than the Audi A5, 19-inch alloy wheels in 5-arm structure design exclusive with 265/35 tires (optional 19-inch wheels winter), 365 mm (14.37 in) in diameter aluminum ventilated front disc brakes (optional 380 mm (14.96 in) in diameter brake discs of carbon fiber ceramic front), aluminum brake calipers with 8-piston RS logos in high-gloss black, the electronic stabilization program with integrated sports mode, the speed-dependent Servotronic steering, Audi drive select with the three (four with navigation system MMI) operating modes (comfort, auto, dynamic, custom optional), an optional system MMI navigation, optional dynamic steering, single-frame grille with a shiny charcoal-gray rhombus-pattern grid, Xenon plus lights with sweeping strip of LED daytime running lights, a redesigned bumper tapers downward into a splitter, flared fenders inspired by the Audi quattro, side sills with corner caps, with aluminum look trim strips on the single-frame grille and near the side windows and outside mirrors; choice of 8 colors of the body, two oval exhaust pipes integrated within the bumper, spoiler in the tailgate automatically extends at 120 km / h (74.56 mph) and retracts at 80 km / h (49.71 mph), [23] is widely clad underbody integrates air vents for the seven-speed S tronic and the front brakes, electrically adjustable sports seats in leather / Alcantara upholstery combination with side sections and integrated head restraints (optional bucket seats with more prominent contours and folding backrests, ventilation and climate-plated luxury -dikendalikan seat comfort; optional seat upholstery featuring special leather and color as well as headlining silver), perforated leather steering wheel, black gauges with white lettering and the typical scale, with a driver information system integrates a lap timer and an oil temperature gauge, black interior with inlays decorative made of carbon fiber (dark optional stainless steel mesh, black piano finish or brushed aluminum inlay), piano finish instrument panel fascia, pedals, footrest, optional MMI navigation systems' control buttons in aluminum; doorknob with two thin strips, aluminum inserts on the door sill trims and RS 5 logos, suede covered optional control and mats bearing RS 5 logos, sport exhaust system with flap exhaust sound and black trim.Carbon design package is available for the engine compartment and, for the vehicle body. Styling package includes black or matt aluminum look.RS 5 weighs 1800 kg (3968 pounds), with 56.3 per cent at the front and 43.7 in the rear which makes it prone to understeer, but Audi has added two electro-mechanical system to fight his nose-heavy. Stability control system to try to stop the front-end plow before it happens by squeezing the brake on the wheel tire drag them effective enough to pull the car into the corner. The RS5 also has an active rear differential to split the power between the rear wheels to create the same effect, or even oversteer; under normal conditions, quattro all-wheel drive provides 60 percent of engine torque to the rear and climbed as much as 85 percent depending on the conditions.According to the head of Quattro GmbH Stephan Reil, 4.2 FSI engine is based on Audi's 5.2 FSI V10 engine (found in the D3 Audi S8 and Audi R8) with two cylinders removed.The vehicle was unveiled at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. Sales of the Audi RS 5 began in spring 2010.Ethanol E100 Coupé (2010)It is a prototype designed for the Michelin Challenge Bibendum 2010 series. It includes a 2.0 TFSI engine rated 132 kW (179 PS; 177 hp) and 320 N • m (236 lbf • ft) of torque, six-gear manual transmission quattro. It accelerates from 0-100 kilometers per hour in 6.9 seconds with a top speed of 236 km / h (146 mph), and weighted 1,310 kilograms. Official car consumes 9.9 liters per 100 km (24 miles per US gallon) when running on ethanol, but the driver managed to 9.5 l / 100 km (25 mpg) in ethanol during the Michelin Challenge Bibendum Rallye.S5 Special Edition (2012-)It is limited (125 units) 2012 version S5 Coupé 4.2 FSI quattro for the US market, commemorating the end of production of the Audi S5 4.2 FSI quattro. These include Prestige Package, Daytona Grey body color, 19-inch five-spoke wheel design Rotor, two-tone Polar Silver and Black S5 sport seats, contrasting silver stitching on the seats, armrests, shifter and steering wheel; mats with leather borders silver, aluminum Audi exclusive 'badge on the door panels, carbon fiber beltline, piano black instrument cluster.The vehicle was unveiled at a meeting of Audi Club North America 2012 at the Infineon Raceway.

Audi A5 Specification

Body style
Body Type Coupé car rental Sportback
Vintage
A5 1.8 TFSI (118 kW) 2009- 2009- 2009-
A5 1.8 TFSI (125 kW) from 2007 to 2008 - -
A5 2.0 TFSI (132 kW) 2008-2011 2009-2011 2009-2011
A5 2.0 TFSI (155 kW) quattro 2008- 2009- 2009-
S5 3.0 TFSI quattro 2012- 2009- 2009-2
A5 3.2 FSI 2007-2011 2009-2011 2009-2011
S5 4.2 FSI quattro from 2007 to 2012 - -
RS5 4.2 FSI quattro 2010- 2012- -
A5 2.0 TDI (105 kW) - 2010- 2010-
A5 2.0 TDI (125 kW) 2008-2011 2009-2011 2009-2011
A5 2.7 TDI 2007-2011 2009-2011 2009-2011
A5 3.0 TDI (177 kW) 2007-2011 2009-2011 2009-2011

Audi A5 Machine

Model Year Type / code Power, torque at rpm
Gasoline engines
A5 Coupé 1.8 TFSI 2007-2008 1798 cc (109.7 cu in) I4 turbo (Abd) 125 kW (170 PS; 168 hp) at 6200, 250 N • m (184 lbf • ft) in 1500-4800
A5 1.8 TFSI 2009- 1798 cc (109.7 cu in) I4 turbo (EA888) (CDHB) 118 kW (160 PS; 158 hp) at 6200, 250 N • m (184 lbf • ft) in 1500-4500
A5 2.0 TFSI 2008-2011 1984 cc (121.1 cu in) I4 turbo (CDNB) 132 kW (179 PS; 177 hp) at 6000, 320 N • m (236 lbf • ft) in 1500-3900
A5 2.0 TFSI, 2.0 TFSI quattro 2008- 1984 cc (121.1 cu in) I4 turbo (EA888) (CDNC) 155 kW (211 PS; 208 hp) at 6000, 350 N • m (258 lbf • ft) at 1500 -4200
A5 3.0 TFSI, 3.0 TFSI quattro 2011- 2995 cc (182.8 cu in) V6 supercharged 200 kW (272 PS; 268 hp) in 4780-6500, to 400 N • m (295 lbf • ft) in 2150-4780
A5 3.2 FSI, 3.2 FSI quattro from 2007 to 2011 3,197 cc (195.1 cu in) V6 (CALA) 195 kW (265 PS; 261 hp) at 6500, 330 N • m (243 lbf • ft) in 3000-5000
S5 Cabriolet 3.0 TFSI quattro, Sportback 2009- 2995 cc (182.8 cu in) V6 supercharged (Caka, CCBA) 245 kW (333 PS; 329 hp) in 5500-7000, 440 N • m (325 lbf • ft) at 2900-5300
S5 Coupé 4.2 FSI quattro from 2007 to 2012 4,163 cc (254.0 cu in) V8 (CAUA) 260 kW (354 PS; 349 hp) at 7000, 440 N • m (325 lbf • ft) at 3500
RS5 Coupé 4.2 FSI quattro from 2010 to 4163 cc (254.0 cu in) V8 (CFSA) 331 kW (450 PS; 444 hp) at 8250, 430 N • m (317 lbf • ft) in 4000-6000

Audi A5 Diesel engines

A5 Sportback 2.0 TDIe 2011- 1968 cc (120.1 cu in) I4 turbo
100 kW (136 PS; 134 hp) at 4200, 320 N • m (236 lbf • ft) in 1750-2500
A5 Sportback 2.0 TDI 2009- 1968 cc (120.1 cu in) I4 turbo (CagA) 105 kW (143 PS; 141 hp) at 4200, 320 N • m (236 lbf • ft) in 1750-2500
A5 2.0 TDI, 2.0 TDI quattro from 2008 to 2011 1,968 cc (120.1 cu in) I4 turbo (CAHA) 125 kW (170 PS; 168 hp) at 4200, 350 N • m (258 lbf • ft) in 1750-2500
A5 2.0 TDI, 2.0 TDI multitronic 2011- 1968 cc (120.1 cu in) I4 VTG turbo 130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp) at 4200, 380 N • m (280 lbf • ft) in 1750-2500
A5 2.7 TDI 2007-2011 2698 cc (164.6 cu in) V6 turbo (CAMA, CGKA) 140 kW (190 PS; 188 hp) in 3500-4400, to 400 N • m (295 lbf • ft) in 1400-3250
A5 3.0 TDI quattro from 2007 to 2011 2,967 cc (181.1 cu in) V6 turbo (CAPA, CCWA) 177 kW (241 PS; 237 hp) in 4000-4400, to 500 N • m (369 lbf • ft) at 1500- 3000

Audi A5 Transmission

Model Year Type
Gasoline engines
A5 Coupé 1.8 TFSI (125 kW) from 2007 to 2008?
A5 1.8 TFSI (118 kW) 2009- 6-speed manual, multitronic
A5 2.0 TFSI (132 kW) 2008- 6-speed manual, multitronic
Cabriolet: the multitronic
A5 2.0 TFSI (155 kW) 2008- 6-speed manual, multitronic
A5 2.0 TFSI quattro (155 kW) 2008- Coupé: 6-speed manual, 7-speed S tronic, 6-speed Tiptronic, 
8-speed Tiptronic
Sportback: 6-speed manual, 7-speed S tronic
Cabriolet: 7-speed S tronic, the 8-speed Tiptronic
S5 Cabriolet 3.0 TFSI quattro, Sportback 2009- 7-speed S tronic
A5 3.2 FSI multitronic 2007-
2007- A5 3.2 FSI quattro Coupé: 6-speed manual, 6-speed Tiptronic
Sportback: 7-speed S tronic
Cabriolet: 7-speed S tronic
S5 Coupé 4.2 FSI quattro 2007- 6-speed manual, 6-speed Tiptronic
RS5 Coupé 4.2 FSI quattro 2010- 7-speed S-Tronic
Diesel engines
A5 Sportback 2.0 TDI (143PS) 2009- multitronic
A5 2.0 TDIe (100 kW) 2011- Manual 6-speed
A5 2.0 TDI (105 kW) 2008- Manual 6-speed
A5 2.0 TDI quattro (125 kW) 2008- Manual 6-speed
A5 2.0 TDI (130 kW) 2011- 6-speed manual and multitronic
A5 2.0 TDI Quattro S Line (130 kW) 2011- Manual 6-speed and 7-speed S tronic
A5 Coupé and Cabriolet 2.7 TDI 2007- 6-speed manual, multitronic
A5 Coupé 3.0 TDI quattro 2007-: 6-speed manual, 6-speed Tiptronic, 7-speed S tronic (after May 2010)

Sportback: 6-speed manual, 7-speed S tronic
Cabriolet: 7-speed S tronic
In 2009, Audi announced 7-speed S tronic transmission option for the A5 2.0 TFSI quattro (155 kW) for the UK market, which replaces the six-speed Tiptronic in the UK and German markets.
Starting with the 2011 model year, the A5 2.0 TFSI quattro coupé and cabriolet including 8-speed Tiptronic transmission option, replacing the 6-speed Tiptronic in the US and Canada markets.
For S5 3.0 TFSI quattro (245 kW), the manual transmission is stopped for the European market.
Equipment
Titanium Package introduced in the 2011 model year of the A5 Coupe, S5 Coupe sold in the United States.

Acceptance
The car was praised for the design, build quality, performance, and all-wheel drive system, and benefit seen by most automotive press. rated for instance rarely seen from the excellent all-round car niche Walter de'Silva said that the Audi A5 coupe is "the most beautiful designs ever"

Audi A5 Motorsports

Audi A5 3.0 TDI won the Michelin Challenge Bibendum under Prototypes category.
The Ethanol E100 Coupé overall victory in the 2010 Michelin Challenge Bibendum eco rally over a distance of 350 kilometers.
Marketing

TV commercial to use voice A5 Sportback from Audi Sound Studio.
Facelift 2012 model year (2011-)

Facelift model Audi A5 Sportback 2.0 TDI S-Line (8TA, Germany)
Vehicle facelift, including the A5 Coupe, Convertible, Sportback, S and RS models, including updated front and rear lights, as well as a new front bumper design. The new front end includes an air hole was, grille and fog lamps converted flat. Overall vehicle is 10 millimeters (0.39 in) longer than its predecessor.

Changes S5 (available as Sportback, Coupé and Cabriolet) includes the 3.0 TFSI (333PS) engine on all models, new lights, modified body details, finishes new crystal-effect paint, quattro drive with crown gear center differential, electromechanical power steering. special S sports suspension, 18-inch wheels standard.

Updated vehicle disclosed in the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show.
Sales begin in Europe in 2011 as a 2012 model year vehicle initial models including the A5 1.8 TFSI, the A5 2.0 TFSI, 3.0 TFSI A5, S5 3.0 TFSI, 2.0 TDI and 3.0 TDI. The basic model is the Audi A5 Sportback 1.8 TFSI.
US models A5, S5 goes on sale as 2013 model year vehicles.
RS 5 Coupe

2012 Audi RS5 Coupé

RS 5 Coupe changes including upgrades absorbers and springs on the front suspension, new electric power steering replaces the engine-driven hydraulic power steering, rear retractable spoiler exclusive, blankets red cam and intake manifolds carbon fiber, an optional piano black trim, 20-inch wheels graphite-colored, sport exhaust system with black finishers.
RS 5 Coupe unveiled at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, followed by the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.
US model RS 5 Coupe goes on sale as 2013 model year vehicles.
India Model RS 5 Coupe goes on sale as a 2013 model year vehicle to Rs 96.81 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

RS 5 Cabriolet (2013-)

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2012 Paris Motor Show.
Delivery Audi RS 5 Cabriolet started in early 2013 in Germany.
US model Audi RS 5 Cabriolet goes on sale in April 2013 as a 2013 model year vehicle.
A5 DTM (2012-)

Codenamed R17, Audi A5 DTM is racing car designed for the DTM starting in 2012, replacing the Audi A4 DTM. [50] This includes V8 engine rated at 340 kW (462 PS; 456 hp) with a 6-speed transmission (previously car A4 DTM), pneumatic operated using paddle shifters on the steering wheel, the engine electronics (Bosch MS 5.1) and the central display of Audi R8 LMS, bigger and wider tires from Hankook, 120 liter fuel tank in a carbon fiber safety cell, and a larger rear wing. The prototype was built by Audi Sport in Ingolstadt.
The vehicle was unveiled at the 2011 International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt. The homologation of the A5 DTM is scheduled March 1, 2012.

Marketing
As part of the A5 launch in the UK, BBH London, Fig Garden, 2012, The Whitehouse and The Mill produced a TV ad titled 'The Swan' (directed by Joachim Back), inspired by the Hans Christian Andersen tale 'The Ugly Duckling'. Black and white shot commercial features 1920 rebodied Audi concept car designed by Audi engineers Paul Jaray, trawling the streets of the sleepy Bavarian village, slender models will be shunned by locals agree not to take too good a new aerodynamic design. After retiring in the nearby woods, the cars 'ugly' turned into the new Audi A5, metaphorically into a white swan 'beautiful'. The soundtrack features Ugly Duckling sing Danny Kaye classic children.

2013 Update

A5 (2013-)
Audi A5 Sportback changes include forced induction and direct injection engine on all models, start-stop-system standards; optional sport differential at the 3.0 TDI quattro and 3.0 TFSI quattro, the optional MMI navigation plus.
Changes A5 Cabriolet including optional neck-level heating, a special coating for the optional leather upholstery.

Model A5 1.8 TFSI early German including (170PS) (Sportback / Coupé / Cabriolet), 2.0 TFSI (225PS) (Sportback / Coupé / Cabriolet), 2.0 TFSI quattro (225PS) (Sportback / Coupé / Cabriolet), 3.0 TFSI quattro (272PS ) (Sportback / Coupé / Cabriolet), 2.0 TDI (150PS) (Sportback / Cabriolet), 2.0 TDI (177PS) (Sportback / Coupé / Cabriolet), 2.0 TDI quattro (177PS) (Sportback / Coupé / Cabriolet), 3.0 TDI ( 204PS) (Sportback / Coupé / Cabriolet), 3.0 TDI quattro (245PS) (Sportback / Coupé / Cabriolet), 3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro (245PS) (Sportback / Coupé / Cabriolet).
S5 (2013-)

Available in Sportback, Coupé, Cabriolet body, it includes a 3.0 TFSI engine rated 333 PS (245 kW; 328 hp) and 440 N • m (324.53 ft • lbf), seven-speed S tronic transmission, the S sports suspension, shock controlled electronic dampers, dynamic steering, Audi drive select, aluminum 18-inch wheels optional.
RS 5 Coupe, RS 5 Cabriolet (2013-)

Available in Coupé and Cabriolet body, it is a version of the A5 with a 4.2 FSI engine rated 450 PS (331 kW; 444 hp) and 500 N • m (368.78 ft • lbf), seven-speed S tronic transmission, quattro permanent all-wheel drive system with a crown gear center differential and torque vectoring (optional quattro with sport differential rear axle), 20 mm (0.79 in) lower body, electromechanical power steering, 19-inch forged alloy wheels exclusive, optional carbon fiber ceramic brake discs, Audi push select dynamics system, optional RS sports suspension with Dynamic Ride Control (DRC).
RS 5 Cabriolet unveiled at Wörthersee 2013, followed by Frankfurt Motor Show in 2013.
A5 DTM Champion (2013-)

It is limited (300 units) version of the Audi A5 Coupé for the European market, celebrating the success of Audi works driver Mike Rockenfeller won the 2013 DTM season. It includes a choice of 4 engines (2.0 TDI quattro (177PS), 3.0 TDI quattro (245PS), 2.0 TFSI quattro (225PS), 3.0 TFSI quattro (272PS)), choice of 3 colors body (Misano red, gray and white Glacier Daytona ), DTM badges on the door sill trims, fenders and side sills; rear wing stays in the body color, aluminum look exterior mirrors, cast aluminum wheels 20-inch 5-spoke V design.
Vehicle went on sale in 21.10.2013.
Marketing
As part of the launch of the RS 5 Cabriolet, Audi quattro Land of the Alps Tour 2013 featured the RS 5 Cabriolet starts on September 23, traveling in the twelve stages of driving in six countries (Klagenfurt - the capital of Carinthia, Austria, Monaco). [62]

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Audi A5 Review

2016 Audi A5 ranked 7th out of 14 Upscale Small Car. The ranking is based on our analysis of published reviews and test drives of the Audi A5, as well as data reliability and security.
2016 Audi A5 is the ranking:
• # 7 in upscale Small Car
• # 9 in Luxury Convertibles
2016 Audi A5 gets fuel economy is excellent and reviewers as a top-notch cabin and composed handling, but said he did not have the agility of some rivals and that the infotainment system is difficult to use.

With the base four-cylinder turbocharged engine, reviewers wrote that the 2016 A5 has a lot of strength but not too fast. For greater speed, they recommend stepping up to S5 sports oriented, which has a supercharged V6. A manual transmission is standard and automatically available. Fuel economy, the EPA-estimated 22/32 mpg city / highway, excellent for its class. Test driver wrote that the A5 ride comfortably and has a proficient handling, but do not have the athletic several rivals.
According to auto journalist, Audi A5 2016 has built a handsome cabin with first-rate materials. They found the front seats are comfortable and the comments that the available sport seats offer good side support. Reviewers say that the narrow rear seat, as is the case with most of the coupe and convertible. A5 has a good amount of trunk space for the coupe, and reviewers appreciate that this cabriolet folding soft top takes up minimal luggage space. Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity, HD Radio, satellite radio, a panoramic sunroof and standard MMI infotainment system. Optional features including Bluetooth streaming audio, rearview camera, blind spot monitoring, rear parking sensors, Bang & Olufsen audio system and navigation. Some journalists auto comment that MMI is difficult to learn and operate, although some note that it is easier to use in models with navigation.
• "The A5 is a coupe companion compact style to the Audi A4 luxury sedan. Also available in a focused performance S5 ... and drop-top A5 Cabriolet form, strength including the magnificent interiors, composed handling and a four-season capability all-wheel-drive quattro." - Left Lane News
• "Audi A5 and his brother is a luxury car and as such are not cheap. Besides, they are not alone, and roughly the same size and price coupe from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, Cadillac and others make a compelling case for themselves themselves." - Kelley Blue Book
• "By driving fun attitude, inviting cabin and sophisticated style, the Audi A5 2015 is worthy of your attention." - Edmunds (2015)

Other Cars to Consider
The BMW 4-Series praised for handling and powerful engine lineup athletics. Criticism reported that the base 428i has plenty of power and said the iDrive infotainment system 4-Series' easy to use.
Similar to the A5, write test drivers that Lexus RC has agile handling and a comfortable, quiet ride. RC also has a premium cabin materials and a front seat support, according to auto journalists.

Details: 2016 Audi A5

2016 Audi A5 seats four and comes in coupe and cabriolet (convertible) body styles. A5 is available in Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige trim and comes standard with the 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine and all-wheel drive, with either a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic. The performance-oriented S5 is powered by a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 and comes in Premium Plus and Prestige trims. Audi A5 has not been fully redesigned since its debut for the 2008 model year, and apart from the termination RS5, saw several changes for 2016. As a result, this picture using the applicable research and review of the 2008 to 2016 model years.

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