Tuesday, June 28, 2011

2011 Audi A5 Review

Audi A5 combines acclaimed Audi design language and thrilling dynamic driving performance, and combines generous refinement with the brand characteristic quality and sophistication. Its progressive design gives the new coupé an appearance that is both elegant and dynamic. With its muscular FSI and TDI engines, a league of its newly developed high-precision running gear, and a selection of innovative products, equipment specifications class luxury, the Audi A5 has been designed for a modern road , grand touring coupe in the best tradition.

Audi Nuvolari quattro concept car of 2003 gave a taste of Audi's vision for a strong cut and professional style with a high yield potential and a progressive, sophisticated design - a bold step forward.

Many elements of the Nuvolari have been adopted in the Audi A5. The new coupé is a clear and unique sportiness and elegance. At the same time, the Audi A5 offers a thrilling driving experience for the dynamic performance and excellent comfort over long distances.

With a length of 4.63 m, the Audi A5 coupe is clearly a superior class. Four comfortable seats and a load volume of 455 liters make this car a comfortable long distance tourer. The dynamic performance of the FSI and TDI engines provide the power rating of 125-195 kW (170-265 hp). All engines have features highly eco-friendly and powerful. Audi S5 is offering more sports to run a new series. A powerful V8 FSI engine gives the S5 a dynamic edge, which underscores its athletically accentuated design.



Engine power can be transmitted by either front-wheel drive or Quattro all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual transmission or automatic transmission. The running gear developed for the Audi A5 is entirely new and combines agile with the utmost driving safety.

The design - simply a desirable coupé

For coupé buyers, emotion plays an important role in choosing a car, the main reason to buy, whether it is a sporty two-door car, is a designer. On this point the Audi A5 genuinely itself - its design is modern and stylish design language Audi style to a new level. The sporty silhouette, the lines with care in the perfect interplay powerful surfaces, the expressive front face and a distinctive rear coupe will be totally desirable. "Audi A5 is the most beautiful car I have ever designed", says Walter de 'Silva, Director of the Volkswagen Group, totally convinced.

Sporty, stylish and dynamic features are common to all of today's Audi models. Of course, the Audi A5 is particularly rich in these elements of the "genetic code" Audi, and the design makes it immediately clear: the coupé proportions, for example, is characterized by a very wide and low, short front overhang and a long, which flowing C-pillar head.

Lines and surfaces play with light and shadows

An expression of determination that characterizes the features of the front: the face bears the mark of the new Audi in the form of single-frame grille, headlights and right angles and large air inlets reinforce the impression architecture reaches in the car on the first line. The same goes for the rear: the distinct horizontal lines and wide lights, tail force of style, which seem to push outwards, underscore the sporting intent of the Audi A5.

Page limit is dominated by the mighty trapezoidal C pillars. This not only improves the car's sporty appeal, but also creates a mind to search for the legendary Audi Ur-Quattro.



A second stylistic tribute to Audi four-wheel drive pioneer model can be found at the marking scheme of the wheel arches with their contour line drawn with broad shoulders. The lines and surfaces of the Audi A5 play with light and shadows, bringing its lifestyle and to provide the body with the sculpted intensity makes Audi design unique.

Audi's customary devotion to detail is particularly evident in the headlights: specify the style perfectly reflects precision and high-tech design. Daytime running lights, comprising a strip of eight LEDs on both sides, making the Audi A5 in the xenon plus headlights absolutely unmistakeable.

The interior - the perfect luxury of an Audi

The interior, the interface between the person and the vehicle features an ergonomic design and functionality, and also the exclusivity of the materials selected and Audi usually a quality finish. An atmosphere that feels very comfortable even on long journeys - that is the key feature of the interior Audi A5.

Making interior design a high-quality tactile experience

The entire cockpit architecture is clearly focused on the driver and brings together the instruments and center console to form one unit. The animated shapes, the precision of the finish and the sophisticated design of the controls - these represent a visual delight that is also a pleasure to touch. The interior design provides a high-quality tactile experience each time you drive the Audi A5. An example of the design approach encompassing everything can be found in door trim panel where the controls, inlays, armrest and storage compartment combine to form one visually harmonious unit.



The dashboard, with the characteristic droplet-shaped surrounds for the speedometer and tachometer are counted with the Audi styling elements, but in all its details has been developed as a new design.

Audi A5 also has the screen of the MMI operating system positioned ergonomically perfect high position in the cabin. A new advanced version of the famous intuitive MMI operating logic makes the wide range of functions easy to understand.

Keys to a RAM

The new key is another design element that also provides sophisticated functionality. With its smooth lines and surfaces is wonderfully comfortable in the hand. More importantly, the innovative key dispenses with the conventional key bit. This is possible because it communicates electronically with the vehicle's electrical system as soon as it is inserted into the cockpit. You can also store important information such as vehicle's current mileage or warning messages from the information system for the driver of the Audi A5. The data is always current and available to allow after-sales staff at a dealership to receive the vehicle for servicing quickly and easily.



Engines - efficient driving pleasure

Coupe, the sporty character that clearly requires powerful and highly efficient engines. If the Audi A5 is powered by innovative technologies across the board. All motors are provided in the new model series feature direct fuel injection, of which the petrol engines use FSI technology, and the diesel is equipped with common rail TDI. Therefore, all exciting itinerant engines free, so they can easily unwind their generous torque at peak efficiency. Refined TDI engines for the excellent talents outerwear, Audi A5, as well as the petrol units. What kind of question completely switch to the driver's preferences. All of the engines impressively demonstrate that efficiency and driving pleasure are by no means mutually exclusive.

FSI - high-tech engine valves

Top-of-the-range petrol engine in the Audi A5 is a new 3.2-liter FSI with innovative valve train is the Audi valvelift. This innovation, varies valve lift between two levels. To achieve this, sets of sliding cams mounted directly on the intake cam. These two sets of adjacent cam lobes for small and large valve lift. Cam is used to open the intake valves depends on the power demand at a time.

The effect is an appreciable increase in engine efficiency. The driver benefits from greater power and improved handling, while enjoying a marked reduction in fuel consumption. At the wheel of an Audi A5 3.2 FSI there is a whole 195 kW (265 hp) of power available and a superb torque of 330 Nm in a broad range of 3,000 to 5,000 rpm, ensuring blistering acceleration at all time. In 6.1 seconds the 3.2 FSI quattro with manual six-speed gearbox sprints from 0 to 100 km / h. The maximum speed is limited to 250 km / h. Despite this thrilling performance potential fuel of the car is only 8.7 liters per 100 km (3.2 FSI multitronic).

The new high-tech four-cylinder engine in the Audi A5 is also full justice to Audi's reputation for leading engine technology. 1.8 TFSI 125 kW (170 hp), available from autumn 2007. It combines turbocharger technology, gasoline direct injection and provides a burst of acceleration and gravity unprecedented in its class in almost all types of rev band. Just as it did in its TDI engines, Audi has accomplished a pioneering feat with its turbocharged petrol units, taking spark-ignition engines to a new dimension in fuel consumption and driveability.



Thank you to a wide range of technical innovations in the petrol engines, their fuel economy has improved significantly, resulting in a significant reduction in CO2 emissions.

TDI - Impressive performance combined with exemplary respect for the environment

V6 TDI units from Audi set the standards in their segment. Their copious torque and outstanding fuel economy accompanied by superb refinement mean that they score highly on all fronts. Besides all this, they offer eco-performance is hard to beat. TDI in the Audi A5, for instance, is equipped with a diesel particulate filter as standard.

The sporty top-of-the-range TDI Audi Coupé has a new 3.0-liter engine. And 'now provides power 176 kW (240 hp) and maximum torque of 500 Nm is enormous. But not all: its chief 0-100 km / h acceleration time of 5.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 km / h, the Audi A5 3.0 TDI quattro is one of the sportiest vehicles of its kind. Added to this, it also offers average fuel consumption of just 7.2 liters per 100 km!

The second TDI Audi A5 range offers better fuel economy. The 2.7-liter V6 engine delivers 140 kW (190 hp) and is an ideal complement to the multitronic gearbox for the comfort-minded coupé driver. However, its performance is even more impressive: it offers a top speed of 232 km / h with an average consumption of 6.7 liters per 100 km. Above all, its acceleration time of just 7.6 seconds confirms the sporty credentials of this version of the Audi A5.

The Audi A5 2.7 TDI multitronic is equipped with front wheel drive, while the 3-liter TDI with manual gearbox constantly supplies power to all four wheels. As in many other Audi models, the quattro permanent four-wheel drive the Audi A5 enhances driving dynamics by distributing 40 percent of engine power to the front axle and 60 percent to rear its basic configuration. The system adjusts the power distribution depending on the situation and the accession of the plant.

multitronic eight forward gears and sport mode

In the standard specification, is equipped with the Audi A5 powertrain of a six-speed manual gearbox with sporty ratios. This box offers seamless travel short shifter and smooth, easy gear changes.

Transmission multitronic continuously variable automatic, which offers unparalleled power transmission comfort, is available with the 3.2 FSI and 2.7 TDI. At the same time its high efficiency and high maximum transmission ratio make it a very cheap fuel, because it is the most effective at any time. Whenever the driver prefers a more sporty driving style, the gearbox can be switched to manual mode eight set speeds.



Shoes - Advanced tools for agile

Even when stationary, the Audi A5 makes a dynamic impression: the wide track, large wheels and short overhangs not only describes the appearance of muscle, but also a part of the formula that produces its unique active driving feel. Audi A5 Coupé sets a new standard in its class for precise steering, excellent directional stability and superb agility, while providing a comfortable ride first class.

Audi engineers have achieved this with a completely new design running gear: the front wheels are located by a five-link suspension with upper and lower triangles. The triangles are mounted on a cradle that is bolted to the body for high rigidity. Another completely reengineered component is the rack and pinion steering. It is located on the front axle, near the axis of the wheels improves handling and nimble car with its direct transmission of steering forces.

Long wheelbase, short overhang

In general, the front axle is a long way to go for a longitudinal engine configuration with front and four-wheel drive. This new vehicle architecture, it is possible to have a long wheelbase with short front overhang, and to optimize the distribution of axle load. These are all additional elements that enhance the supreme handling qualities of the new Audi A5. To accomplish this special design, the engineers used a trick adopted from the Audi A8: the front axle differential is located in front of the clutch.



A key element of the inverse function is trapezoidal-link rear suspension completely new kinematics. It offers a high degree of comfort combined with excellent directional stability. The front and rear, the main components are aluminum suspension. The generous dimensions of the brakes are designed to match the notes of the high performance car. The braking force can be precisely modulated and the kinematics of the new rear suspension significantly reduce the so-called braking dive effect.

The standard electromechanical parking brake, familiar from the Audi A8 and Audi A6, is activated by a button next to the shifter. The Audi A5 is also available with the option to help keep Audi: this ensures that the car may not want to come back after stopping on a hill.

The body - generous and superlatively solid

Audi A5 is nothing if not generous to its driver and passengers. Its generosity begins its luxurious spaciousness - not just in the front row. There are rear seats, the Audi A5 is a full-size touring car. Similarly, with a luggage capacity of 455 liters, there is always room for some 'shopping more, even if the long tour. Loading width of one meter for easy stowage of large items of luggage, and even well-filled golf bags fit the width of the Audi A5 boot. Rear seats folds into two different parts, and the boot can be released easily.

Extremely high bodyshell rigidity, typical of the Audi, is the basis for sharper handling car and a feeling of solidness and comfort. The development of the Audi A5 engineers have successfully combined supreme sporty performance and agility of an outstanding vibrational comfort. Its lightweight body construction was achieved using the latest technologies, such as metal plates with varying wall (tailored blanks), combined spot welded and bonded joints, and the use of aluminum, for example, the front fenders.

The smooth surfaces of the additional underbody panel enhance the aerodynamics intrinsically good is the Audi A5. A small example, but typical of the extent of high-precision work carried out in the wind tunnel can be seen in the spoiler molded into the sides of the taillights.

Fitted - High-tech luxury

When the device is concerned, the Audi A5 is characterized by a comprehensive standard equipment. This includes 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic air conditioning, the MMI information and operating system, audio system with CD player and separate screen, and automatically opening the tailgate. The new comfort key and the electromechanical parking brake also includes the standard items.



The list of options offers even more luxury high-tech: Audi adaptive light combines bi-xenon lighting system with dynamic curve and LED strip daytime running lights. The keyless entry for doors and engine start and keyless start are all functions of the advanced key system. Deluxe automatic air conditioning system with three temperature zones allows the passengers to adjust the climate for their individual comfort. The roof extra-large panoramic tilting the Audi A5 provides an especially generous feeling of open space. Audi parking system advanced has a rearview camera, helping to make parking difficult in cramped multi-storey readily marketable.

The infotainment system is a special highlight of the alternatives are. In addition to the DVD navigation system including MMI, DAB digital radio reception and DVB TV broadcasts, this system is pure joy for the ears: Premium Sound System Audi A5 deliver the Danish hi-fi specialist Bang & Olufsen. It consists of 14 speakers, 500 watts of music power, surround sound, active noise compensation and driving, especially, expertise globally recognized expert in high-end audio equipment, all for a pleasant drive, the Audi A5 acoustic experience.

Personalization - A custom-made cut

The decision to drive a coupé is always very emotional. This makes it even more important for a coupé to reflect the personal wishes and express the ideas of its owner. If a cut can respond to special requests, the Audi A5: how about seat side sections in stone blue Valcona leather, accompanied by the article's central headquarters in Silver Star leather headlining with corresponding Interior also in star silver? To go with it, you can add after hologram aluminum or wood may be rather bay? The customer has the choice: in terms of variety in design, the luxury class Audi A5 in the full sense of the word, with two types of fabrics, two leather varieties, the combination of leather and Alcantara, five different positions and a wide range of interior color. Beyond that, the Audi exclusive program from quattro GmbH meet almost every individual wants.

For those seeking a stronger sporting objective in the A5, the Audi S line offers an even more dynamic. The S line exterior package includes, for example, more distinctive bumpers at the front and rear. The S line sports package includes items such as sports seats, steering wheel and gear lever in perforated leather headlining and black special sausages. Even here there is room for individual choice between matt aluminum, piano black finish or wood Assam Grey Vavona. The alloy wheels of 18 inches and exclusive paint highlight the aspect of the S line sports package, while the sports suspension provides a distinct driving feel.

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