The A5 is Audi's stylish and compact coupe, competing with the BMW 3 Series Coupe, Volvo C70, and Mercedes-Benz CLK. It is available in other body styles like Cabriolet and Sportback and comes with engine options ranging from 1.4L to 4.2L in the high-performance S5. Whether you're looking for speed or comfort, the A5 is sure to impress with its attractive design and smooth ride. The A5 is known for its well-crafted interior, advanced technology features, and precise handling, making it a top choice in the luxury compact coupe segment.

Origin

After discontinuing the Audi Coupe in 1996 and being absent from the premium coupe segment for almost a decade, Audi made a strong comeback in 2007 with the A5. The A5, designed by Walter De Silva, surpassed consumer expectations with its attractive design and versatility. It offered a variety of engines, including turbocharged four-cylinder and V6 options, front and all-wheel drive options, and both manual and automatic transmission. The A5's well-designed interior and balanced handling made it a popular choice for consumers looking for a sleek and practical coupe.

1st Generation (2007-2016)

"The Audi A5 is the most beautiful car I have ever designed." The former head of Volkswagen Group Design produced his magnum opus as the A5 in 2007. The exterior of the A5 was the perfect blend of a coupe and grand tourer, sporting a long hood that measured close to a quarter of the vehicle's entire length, a raked windshield, a sloped-down rear window, and a short deck with a tiny lip spoiler. In 2011, the front fascia was updated with a new set of headlights that featured LED daytime running lights inside them. The standard features included mildly bolstered front seats with fabric upholstery, a TFT display for the onboard computer, and a color screen for the infotainment system.

Engines for the first generation A5 were, for petrol, a 1.8L and 2.0L TFSI inline four-cylinder, a 3.2L FSI and 3.0L TFSI V6 six-cylinder, and a 4.2L FSI V8 eight-cylinder. Diesel engines were a 2.0L TDI inline four-cylinder and 2.7L and 3.0L TDI V6 six-cylinders.

2nd Generation (2017-2023)

Audi implemented the brand's single-frame grille design language for the second generation into the A5. The 2017 A5 was sharper than ever, with distinct lines for its octagonal grille flanked by a pair of aggressively lean headlights. On the lower side of the A5, sharp ascending lines gave the compact coupe an even sportier appearance. Inside, the second generation A5 has either a mixed instrument panel or a completely digital Audi Virtual Cockpit with two easily adjustable bucket seats.

Engines for the second generation included a 2.0L TFSI inline four-cylinder gasoline, a 2.0L I inline four-cylinder, and 3.0L V6 six-cylinder turbodiesels. These were mated to either a six-speed manual or a seven-speed automatic.

3rd Generation (2024-present)

The third generation A5 was born as part of Audi's new strategy of allocating even numbers to electric vehicles and odd numbers to combustion cars. The A5/S5 succeeded the A4/S4 Saloon and Avant and is either a 5-door liftback or station wagon.

The third generation A5s are mild hybrids powered by a 2.0L turbo inline four-cylinder or 3.0L turbo V6 six-cylinder petrol and a 2.0L turbo inline four-cylinder diesel.

Engine Performance & Technology

Audi fits the A5 with reliable and powerful engines. Many of their engines feature Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) or its turbo version, TFSI. Audi's TFSI engines combine turbocharging and direct fuel injection, directly injecting fuel into the combustion chambers, enhancing performance and efficiency. One standout is the 3.0L TFSI DOHC V6 six-cylinder with a double overhead camshaft design, which improves engine performance. The diesel equivalent, TDI, is also found in their diesel engines. In addition, the A5 engines from 2012 onwards feature the Start-Stop system that helps save on fuel by turning off the engine when it detects the car has come to a stop and restarting it when the throttle is pressed.

Safety & Reliability

The A5 is a safe and reliable vehicle, consistently performing well on safety ratings such as the Euro New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP). The A5 can come with lightweight aluminum-hybrid construction, dual front airbags, side airbags, head-protecting side curtains, ABS brakes, and electronic stability control. Newer model years of the A5 are outfitted with many advanced active and passive safety features, including the Audi Pre-Sense collision avoidance system. This exact list will depend on the model and model year.

Trim Configurations

The performance of the A5 is significantly enhanced in the S5 and RS5 versions. Depending on the model year, they can receive upgrades such as more powerful engines, like 4.2L V8s, five parallel spoke designs, larger brakes for improved stopping power, heated leather sport seats for added comfort, and other convenience features to enhance the driving experience.

Standard A5 models come in trims such as Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. These trims offer options for leather/Alcantara seats and are available in either FWD or Quattro (Audi's AWD) configurations.

Conclusion

The Audi A5 is a vehicle that boasts both exceptional interior and exterior design. It comes equipped with eye-catching aesthetics, powerful engines, luxurious amenities, and advanced safety features. When opting for a used model, you can benefit from a substantial discount. You can discover a well-maintained Audi A5 at an attractive price here with BE FORWARD. Check out their selection to find your ideal Audi A5 today.

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