Competition in this class isn’t too plentiful, but it is fierce. The first competitor for the Audi is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250, which comes in at $37,800 and features a seven-speed automatic transmission, 1.8-liter engine with 201 horsepower and synthetic leather interior. Next up will be the 2013 BMW 328i, which carries a $38,700 base MSRP along with a 230-horsepower, 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine and faux-leather seating. Last on the list of competition is the 2013 Cadillac CTS coupe, which comes in at $38,905 and features a 318-horsepower, V-6 engine, and synthetic leather interior.
The Audi A5 definitely has its work cut out for it, so it needs to pack some real punch to keep putting buyers in the driver seat.