Audi A5 Overview

The A5 line of 2-door coupe and cabriolet luxury cars is based on Audi's 4-door A4 architecture, but features a sleeker and handsomely styled profile. The model is mostly unchanged for 2012, and is offered in Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige trim packages. The sole engine choice is Audi's powerful and efficient 2.0-liter TFSI direct injection turbocharged 4-cylinder engine making 211 hp and 258 lb-ft. of torque. Choices of a 6-speed manual, 8-speed Tiptronic automatic or continuously variable automatic transmissions pair with Audi's excellent quattro all-wheel drive system (standard on the coupe, optional on the cabriolet). The coupe gets a standard power sunroof, while the cabriolet uses a traditional power-folding canvass soft top. Standard interior features include leather seating, automatic climate control and satellite radio, while higher trims come with such luxury features as a Bang & Olufsen premium sound system with HD radio, and Audi's MMI navigation plus system. Pricing starts at around $37,000. Those seeking a little more power should look to the sportier S5 coupe and cabriolet.