The AUDI A5 is a 3-door coupé with a recently upgraded front look with optional Matrix LED headlights. This combination of sportiness and elegance performs in its dynamic function even when idling. In addition to upgraded body design, the upgraded A5 model also has a new chassis design, high-performance drive technology and a bouquet of onboard equipment including driver assistance systems.
Much thought has gone into the refinement of the curves and design lines of this vehicle, to provide the ultimate luxury look and feel with a three-dimensional shoulder line that follows the form of a wave. The exterior is well balanced, ensuring a sporty and elegant look for a coupé model. Optional Matrix LED lights can be added to refine the look and also upgrade the safety features of this vehicle.
The interior comes with standard leather seats and can be upgraded to a number of different options, including the AUDI virtual cockpit, smartphone interface and is more spacious than is usually expected from a coupé model. The standard features include the AUDI 10 speaker sound system that can be upgraded to a Bang & Olufson system, the climate control system and MMI interface to ensure driver comfort and easy smartphone access. The A5 dashboard copies that of the A4, which is world-class, user-friendly and intuitive. The front of the interior is spacious while the back can get a bit cramped.
Performance-wise the car gets strong competition from other vehicles in this class, like the BMW 4 series and Mercedes AGM. The adaptive suspension is a definitive feature as is the now available Quattro ultra technology that provides for superb handling. The performance of the TDI and TFSI engines ranges from 140 kW to 210 kW and the latest models definitely perform better than there predecessors, although still face tough competition with regards to responsiveness and controls.
The AUDI A5 is a combination of sport and elegance and a slightly more mature version of the sporty A4. Competing with other luxury coupé’s in this class, the A5 offers elegant design, innovative technology and adequate capability.