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Key Specs of Audi A5

Engine1968 cc
Power187.74 bhp
Torque400 Nm
TransmissionAutomatic
Top Speed235 kmph kmph
Drive TypeFWD / AWD
  • Automatic Climate Control
  • Massage Seats
  • Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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Audi A5 price list (Variants)

A5 Sportback(Base Model)1968 cc, Automatic, Diesel, 19.2 kmplDISCONTINUEDRs.60.61 Lakh* 
A5 Cabriolet(Top Model)1968 cc, Automatic, Diesel, 17.2 kmplDISCONTINUEDRs.69.48 Lakh* 

Audi A5 Review

Audi A5

Gone are the days when only those with a tinge of grey in their hair could afford a luxury car. Now, more and more people in their early 30s are looking for a share of the pie. But the younger generation is not interested in just another elegant and comfortable sedan, they aspire for something more exciting and sporty, something that makes a clear statement. Audi claims they have a fix for this exact situation with the A5 Brat Pack.

Audi A5

What's that? It’s Audi’s way of bringing the new A5, S5 and the A5 Cabriolet in the country. We start with the most practical one of the lot, the A5, to serve this need. It sure seems to fulfill that promise, but what are you letting go in the bargain? We find the answer in Rajasthan.

Exterior

Audi A5 Sportback

No matter from which angle you look at it, the A5 commands your attention. And not in a flashy kind of way, but in a seriously stylish manner. The A5 sits long and low, suggesting a sporty attitude rather than a practical one. 

Audi A5 Sportback

This being a fastback, the roofline glides into the boot, heightening the low slung feel. The A5 stands just 1386mm tall from the ground, 41mm less than the A4 and a massive 69mm less than the A6. Even when compared to its previous iteration, the new A5 is 21mm longer, has a 14mm longer wheelbase, is 11mm less wide and 5mm shorter than before. All of which adds to its stance. 

Audi A5 Sportback

The 145/40 R18 low profile tyres further add to this low slung look. There’s an intimidating facet to the design too and it starts right from the A5's face. The four creases on the bonnet swell and thunder down into the grille, which juts out a bit. This gives the Sportback a stance that suggests it is charging ahead. The A5’s aggressive look is further amplified by the headlamps. These dual barrel LED units have a sharp and angular DRL running on the top. 

Audi A5 Sportback Another striking element of the design are the sharp body lines that flow right through, adding more weight to the lower half of the design.

Then there is the rear, which is even more striking in our books. The bulging wheel arches flow away from the cabin and give it proper muscular proportions. And though the boot has a thick and curvy lip which makes it look chunky, the sleek tail lamps have a lot of sharp edges to balance it. 

Audi A5 Sportback

Combined with the LED elements and the dynamic turn indicators, they definitely steal the show in the dark. The A5 makes sure once you set your eyes on it, you cannot take them off until it has disappeared into the horizon.

Interior

Audi A5 Sportback

Right from when you open the doors the frameless doors the A5 creates a sense of specialness. You have to drop yourself down into the seat, but it isn’t too low. The 8-way electrically adjustable seat means you can get a good view of the road ahead, and the tilt and telescopic steering lets you adjust the seating position perfectly. 

Audi A5 Sportback

The all black interiors, three-spoke steering, all digital cockpit and the wide centre console come together to make it feel very special too. The use of open pore black wood on the dashboard, centre console and on the door pads on our test car was a classy touch.

Audi A5 Sportback

The front seats of the A5 aren't too deep, but do a decent job of holding you in place. The seat base and back are wide to accommodate even larger frames. Both the front seats can be electronically adjusted but lack memory function. 

Audi A5 Sportback

The instrument cluster is the Audi Virtual Cockpit, which means an all digital display which can show a variety of relevant information like date and time, fuel consumption, speed, tachometer, odometer, drive modes, and much more. 

Audi A5 Sportback

On the other hand, the the infotainment display is not a touchscreen and shows vehicle settings, media, maps and Bluetooth connection for smartphones. But a big miss here is that this Rs 60 lakh car does not get Apple CarPlay or Android Auto as standard. And the screen isn’t a touch-sensitive unit either.

Audi A5 Sportback

The centre console gets a host of neatly arranged buttons to control Audi’s MMI, or infotainment system cum car computer. Sitting in the middle are the rotary selector for the MMI with a scribble pad and a chunky gear shifter, which feels really nice to hold and gives you a sense of power that the car packs. 

Audi A5 Sportback

Speaking of the buttons, the air con vents get nice touch-sensitive switches which show the setting as soon as you place a finger on them. But to change the setting, though, you will have to physically toggle them - an ideal setup indeed as you can easily do this while driving.

Audi A5 Sportback

Another thing worth mentioning here is the under-armrest storage, which remains partially open so you have access to your phone and which can be plugged into the USB charging port there. The stowage space is big enough to handle your wallet, phone, sunglasses and other small objects, all at the same time. The door pockets hold one-litre bottles and have some more room for storage.   

Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 is a clearly a driver-focused car, but if you want to seat someone at the back, you can. Two adults can ride here in reasonable comfort for shorter journeys. There are rear AC vents as well with a 3-zone climate control. 

Why short? Well, the legroom is adequate so long as there are two average sized adults, however the sloping roof line creates some complications. Yes, it cuts into the headroom and to keep it from getting tight  the seatback angle has been set quite upright. So, if you are over 60 years of age or 6-feet or taller, stay put in the front. 

Audi A5 Sportback

On the bright side, if you are travelling with friends or family, the A5 has a massive 480-litre boot which can eat up a lot of luggage. Adding to the convenience is the fact that it is a liftback and has a low loading lip height of just 669mm, which make loading even heavy articles fairly easy.

Performance

Audi A5 Sportback

Fire up the A5 and the 2.0-litre diesel says hello with a slight rattle. But after that, it settles down nicely and the vibrations remain well under control till the 4,500 rpm redline. This is the same diesel unit which powers the A6 as well. And, though we have seen more refined units in the market, this unit still is pretty composed when it comes to in-cabin noise and vibrations.

Audi A5 Sportback

Right from the time you lift your foot off the brake the engine starts to pull ahead confidently. With 400Nm of torque available right from 1750rpm, the A5 does feel lively right from the start and very apt for the city. The Comfort mode is good to amble around in the city calmly: the throttle response is toned down and the gearbox  shifts up earlier. The low rpm responsiveness lets you move around traffic even with light dabs of the throttle. If you are in a serious hurry it’s better to switch to Dynamic. 

Audi A5 Sportback

A bit of the throttle in Dynamic mode is enough to dart ahead effortlessly. The throttle response is sharpened, the transmission holds revs for longer. Torque comes on in a rush after 2000rpm, but with a 4500rpm limiter you won’t call it playful. Nonetheless, carrying this momentum is even easier, with 190PS of power of being made from 3800rpm, right till the 4200rpm mark. This means reaching triple digits takes a claimed 7.9 seconds. But, even then, the engine doesn't feel particularly punchy or sporty. In Individual mode you get to tune the engine, transmission and the steering feel seperately.

Ride and handling

Audi A5 Sportback

When it comes to the dynamic bit, we had high hopes. Since the car looks this athletic, we were expecting to have some fun with it. But as you begin to build speeds, you realise that this is just a sedan wearing some expensive sportswear. The suspension setup is tuned slightly more towards comfort and this makes the ride a little floaty close to the 110 kmph mark, especially if you are on an uneven patch of tarmac. The tyres remain planted but the cabin tends to exhibit vertical movement and it is a tendency that can't be altered as variable suspension isn’t offered on the A5.

Audi A5 Sportback

Also, this being front-wheel drive and not a Quattro, the A5 doesn’t encourage you to make sharp directional changes either. The steering adds weight when you switch to Dynamic mode, but the feel doesn’t improve dramatically and you really wish that there was some more feedback from the tyres.

Audi A5 Sportback

But it's when you realise how well the A5 takes potholes that all this starts to make sense. The A5 is supposed to a practical everyday car, and it is just that. It tackles bad roads fairly easily. The only time you feel the hit is while going over a broken patch a little too fast. Still, the suspension regains its composure quickly.

Audi A5 Sportback

What’s surprising is that, despite its lower stance, the A5 didn't even scrape its belly once during our drive. Yes, not even once, and we started our journey through a village! This, on the latter part of our test, gave us confidence to even take on some mean looking speed breakers head on, and the A5 elegantly went over them. But, at the same time, when with a full load of passengers and luggage, we avoided the larger ones to ensure safe passage. 

Audi A5 Sportback

The steering is light in the Comfort and Auto modes, and makes for an effortless drive in the city. The slim A-pillars and the large rear glass means you have good visibility outside, and the car, despite its proportions, is fairly manageable in tight spots as well. The feedback from the brakes isn't too great either but they are strong and linear, managing to slow down the car quite confidently. Overall, it is a good city as well as highway companion. 

Verdict

The Audi S5 looks fantastic. You simply can’t ignore it. The muscular and hunkered down stance is its trump card. But if you are genuinely looking for a sporty and stylish four-door, the A5 just won’t cut it. For that you will have to meet the S5, the A5’s crazier cousin.

Audi A5 Sportback

However, if you are looking to combine an exciting exterior package with a fair dash of practicality, the A5 deserves close scrutiny. You get comfortable seats with a practical rear bench, a massive boot with a wide opening, sportscar ergonomics and a ride quality that won’t make you wince over our city roads.

And when you intend to try your hands on some spirited driving, the A5, although not invigorating, won't disappoint you either. We expect the A5 2.0 TDI to be priced in the Rs 55 - 60 lakh range.

Pros & Cons of Audi A5

Things We Like

  • The Audi A5 looks intimidating
  • It has a massive boot space of 480-litres
  • The Audi A5 has a sporty cabin with Audi Virtual Cockpit

Things We Don't Like

  • It's not engaging to drive
  • Uncomfortable seating with a steep back seat angle
  • The Audi A5 does not get Android Auto and Apple Car Play
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So if you are looking to drive every day, something which stands out but doesn’t compromise on practicality the Audi A5 Sportback would makes a lot of sense.

Stand Out Features

  • Audi A5 Tail lamps with dynamic turn indicators

    Tail lamps with dynamic turn indicators

  • Audi A5 Audi A5 gets 480-litres of boot space

    Audi A5 gets 480-litres of boot space

  • Audi A5 Touch sensitive air-con controls

    Touch sensitive air-con controls

Specification of Audi A5

ARAI Mileage17.2 kmpl
City Mileage14.17 kmpl
Fuel TypeDiesel
Engine Displacement1968 cc
No. of Cylinders4
Max Power187.74bhp@3800-4200rpm
Max Torque400nm@1750-3000rpm
Seating Capacity4
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Fuel Tank Capacity58 Litres
Body TypeConvertible

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Audi A5 Car Latest Update

Audi India has launched the all-new A5 at Rs 54.02 lakh (ex-showroom pan India). The German automaker offers the new-gen model in all three body styles - Cabriolet, Coupe and Styleback. In its previous generation, Audi India only brought the S5 Styleback variant in the country. The Audi Cabriolet and the S5 are priced at Rs 67.51 lakh and Rs 70.60 lakh (ex-showroom pan India), respectively.

Underneath the all-new A5, lies the same platform that also underpins the A4 sedan. While the new A5 is offered with a range of 4- and 6-cylinder engines in international markets, in India it is likely to be offered with the 2.0-litre TFSI and the 2.0-litre TDI engines. Both powerplants have a 4-cylinder configuration and produce 190PS/320Nm and 190PS/400Nm respectively. Both the engines are expected to be offered with a 7-speed automatic gearbox. The same set of combinations is what powers the Audi A6 sedan in India as well.

The A5 doesn’t really have direct competition in the country. But as Audi has brought in the topless version, the Mercedes-Benz C 300 Cabriolet will lock horns with it.

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Audi A5 Mileage

The claimed ARAI mileage for the automatic variants: Audi A5 Diesel is 19.2 kmpl.

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Fuel TypeTransmissionARAI Mileage
DieselAutomatic19.2 kmpl
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When will launch new Audi A5 BS6 version of 2020?

Suvadip asked on 5 Apr 2020

As of now, there is no official update from the brand's end. Stay tuned for ...

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After how many days will I get the car after booking in Kochi?

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Is the Audi A5 a convertible car?

Aakarsh asked on 5 Aug 2019

The Audi A5 isn't available with a convertible variant. Stay tuned.

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