Overview
The 2012 Audi A5 is a 2-door, 4-passenger sports coupe which improves on the concept of a classic coupe with its muscular, low-slung stance and pronounced single frame grille with available LED daytime running lights. Its 2.0-liter engine delivers 211 horsepower and an astounding 258 lb-ft of torque through quattro all-wheel drive. This four-passenger coupe competes with BMW 3 Series and the Mercedes Benz CLK-Class. It is available in Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige trims.
The A5 is also available in Cabriolet versions. Apart from a few changes to option packages, there are no significant changes for the 2011 model year.
Powertrain And Performance
Every 2012 Audi A5 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-4 engine rated at 211 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. The cabriolet comes standard with front-wheel drive and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). All-wheel drive connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission is optional. Every coupe comes standard with all-wheel drive; a six-speed manual transmission is standard and the eight-speed automatic is optional.
Build And Styling
Audi's traditional wide-mouth grille that rests between lower air intakes give and standard 18-inch alloy wheels give a unique look to this sports coupe. A panorama sunroof is standard.
The A5 features technological advancements as available features that enhance both interior and performance luxury. Fully automatic air conditioning; leather upholstery; electrically adjustable front seats; 60/40 split folding rear seatback; storage package; interior lighting; panoramic sunroof; backlit instrument cluster with automatic brightness control; decorative inlays; three-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel; cruise control; rain and light sensor; Bluetooth, MMI operating system; Audi Symphony Radio; Audi sound system; Sirius Satellite Radio; halogen ellipsoid beam headlamps; front fog lights and many more amenities are standard on the A5.
The optional Bang & Olufsen sound system includes 14 speakers with 505 digitally amplified watts and surround sound reproduction. Audi Music Interface, genuine Milano Leather seats, heated front seats, adaptive cruise control, and genuine wood leather interior inlays are also optional.
Safety Features
The A5 employs a number of active and passive safety systems to help avoid emergency situations. Four-wheel-disc anti-lock brakes; LATCH; six standard airbags that include the front and side-impact airbags for the front seats, and side curtain airbags for both rows; traction control and an electronic stability system are standard.
