The Audi A5 is powered by 2-liter engine that produces 220 horsepower. It has standard all-wheel drive and is available with a six-speed manual transmission (24 mpg city and 32 mpg highway) or an eight-speed automatic transmission (20 mpg city and 29 mpg highway). The A5 is available as both a coupe and a cabriolet that includes a multitronic transmission, earning 22 mpg city and 32 mpg highway.
What's New for 2014
Horsepower increases, and Audi has added a few new paint colors.
Choosing Your Audi A5
Some Audis come with more standard equipment than their rivals, and the $39,000 A5 is one of them. You'll still need to upgrade to the $42,100 Premium Plus level if you want the Audi experience you probably expect. Making the leap a $48,200 Prestige adds some nice equipment, but we're not sure the extra cost is worth it. We think the Premium Plus is the best A5 value. (Prices cited are for the A5 coupe.)
Premium
Upgrading to the Premium package adds the basic features you expect in a premium car: an alarm system, satellite radio, aluminum door sills, eight-way power seats, power lumbar for driver, rain and light sensor, automatic climate control and split folding rear sear.
Premium Plus
This level includes what many luxury buyers consider essential, like a lighting package, auto-dimming interior mirror with compass, advanced key, memory function for the driver and heated seats.
Prestige
Navigation, a Bang & Olufsen sound system, S Line Components are added into the high-end A5 trim.A5 S Line Competition Package
For a more aggressive driving experience, Audi offers a black optic grille, gloss-black window surround, S-line exterior bumper, sport steering wheel, aluminum shift knob, sport suspension and 19-inch wheels with titanium finish.
CarsDirect Tip
Think of this as a two-seater with plenty of storage space. The A5 has beautiful, fluid exterior lines that set it apart from the competition. However, roomy backseats are not the A5’s forte.
