Audi is proud to introduce the newly re-designed Audi A5 to our 2013 line of luxury vehicles. This model brings segment-leading technology and infotainment to the 2013 model year.
The Audi A5 features the award-winning 2.0 TFSI engine and provides 211 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. of torque. The A5 Cabriolet comes standard with front-wheel drive and multitronic transmission, while the A5 has quattro standard and six-speed manual. An eight-speed tiptronic® transmission is optional on quattro models.
The chassis of the A5 balances sporty precision with high ride comfort. Aluminum components of the five-link front suspension and the trapezoidal-link rear suspension provide responsive handling and are optimized to reduce weight. Audi dynamic steering, which varies the effort as well as the steering ratio, and Audi drive select are featured in the A5. Drive select allows the driver to adjust throttle response and transmission settings exactly to their liking with their choice of Comfort, Auto, Dynamic or Individual settings.
The interior of the A5 models features new, elegant finishes and reconfigured climate and infotainment controls. The gear shift, steering wheel, and instrument panel have been enhanced with chrome and high-gloss applications. 18-inch wheels come standard on the A5 and 19-inch wheels are optional.
Audi offers several advanced technology features for A5 including adaptive cruise control with “stop & go” and “brake guard” capability. This capability can detect stationary vehicles and apply full braking below 19mph. Driving in the A5 is also enhanced active lane assist which helps maintain lane discipline should the driver begin to sway outside of the lane markings without using the turn signal.
Audi is the first company worldwide to feature factory-installed wireless internet, enabling the innovative infotainment system called Audi connect™. Previously available in the A6, A7, A8 and Q7, Audi connect will now be available on all A5 models, making the A5 the first in its class to feature this level of integrated connectivity. With Audi connect, the onboard MMI® Navigation system is enhanced with Google Earth™ maps and real-time SiriusXM Traffic information, for a true aerial view of the route. Audi connect also features real-time localized weather, news and live fuel prices; Google Local Search for detailed information about travel destinations, such as restaurant or hotel hours, pricing and customer reviews; the myAudi Destination feature, which allows registered users to log on to Google Maps™ from any location and download up to 50 destinations to the vehicle; and a rolling Wi-Fi hotspot, allowing up to eight Wi-Fi-enabled devices to simultaneously use the wireless connectivity.
Engine
- 2.0 liter TFSI engine with 211 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque
Powertrain
- Continuously variable multitronic transmission is standard on the A5 Cabriolet
- Six-speed manual transmission is standard on the A5
- Eight-speed tiptronic transmission is optional on the A5 coupe and Cabriolet
- quattro permanent all-wheel drive is standard on the A5 and available on the A5 Cabriolet
Chassis
- Sporty precision, high ride comfort and superior safety
- Audi drive select with choice of Comfort, Auto, Dynamic or Individual settings
- 18-inch wheels standard on A5 and 19-inch wheels optional on all car lines
Technology
- Audi side assist and adaptive front lighting.
- Also available is the Audi Driver Assistance package, including adaptive cruise control with stop & go, active lane assist and dynamic steering
- Factory-installed wireless internet, enabling features such as Audi connect™ for real-time weather, traffic, news and live fuel prices.
Exterior
- New design with accentuated lines, muscular engine hood and larger grille
- Redesigned headlamp and tail lamp designs; available Xenon plus headlights and LED daytime running lights & taillights
- New paint finishes for A5, include Scuba Blue metallic & Volcano Red metallic
- New LED license plate lighting
Interior
- New steering wheels with chrome and high-gloss inlays; high-gloss applications and slender chrome trim at the controls
- Modified wiper and signal stalks, and ignition key
- New wood inlays: Layered Oak, and fine grain Ash natural (matte finish)
Courtesy of audiusa.com