2012 Audi A5 Coupe

2012 Audi A5 Coupe Front Angle View

2012 Audi A5 Coupe Front Side Top View

2012 Audi A5 Coupe Front Side View

2012 Audi A5 Coupe Front View

2012 Audi A5 Coupe Interior View

2012 Audi A5 Coupe Rear Side View

2012 Audi A5 Coupe Side View

Audi is refreshing the A5 model line. Advanced technologies are the Sportback, Coupe, Convertible and S5 models in the motor and infotainment quattro drive even greater efficiency, athleticism and intelligence received. The updated design visually underscores the technical expertise involved in these publications.

The Audi A5 models are now stronger than ever. The taillights and the headlights have been revised and are available with xenon plus technology with homogenous LED daytime running lights. New colors and materials highlighting the interior, and many details of the service concept can be refined.

Each of the four TDI diesel and three gasoline TFSI engine in the new lineup are forced induction and direct fuel injection. The new 1.8 TFSI has a number of groundbreaking innovations. The fuel consumption was reduced by 11 percent on average. The start-stop system and restore system are standard on all engine-transmission configurations.

Speed ??manual gearbox, multitronic, seven-speed S tronic front-wheel drive or quattro four-wheel drive – Each engine is coupled with the drive ideal. In combination with S tronic quattro drive featuring the crown-gear center differential and torque vectoring, the sport differential is the perfect complement. The chassis has been fine-tuned with the optional Audi drive select and the dynamic control of the Audi A5 to drive more fun. The electro-mechanical power steering is new in the Audi A5 family.

The new A5 is a very smart. The assistance systems have undergone intensive development. The range of infotainment options is now the Bluetooth car phone line, where a number of special services, linking the A5 to the Internet.

Impressed characterized by their elegance – since its debut, the Audi A5 models in the family – the Sportback, Coupe and Cabriolet. To make the flowing silhouettes, sharp lines and muscular surfaces clear statements. The sharp improvement in new product sets the tone for the design.

The upper corners of the single-frame radiator grille in high-gloss black beveled. The grid of the side beams and the Audi rings seem to be formed. The new front bumper with pronounced air inlets solid struts, new grille and fog lamps flat. Sharp-cut edges give the hood a three-dimensional appearance, the whole face seems flatter and wider.

The headlights are also updated. Its lower edge is a wave, the interior has been redesigned. The optional xenon plus headlights, LED daytime running lights are a small, homogeneous buckle design of the headlights. Audi also offers the system with adaptive light dynamic cornering lights and daytime running lights. The taillights are also redesigned and are available with a continuous LED strips available. The bumper has a few additional details.

Product improvement is a millimeter (0.04 in) was added to each of the outer dimensions. The Audi A5 Sportback is 4.71 meters (15.45 feet) long, the coupe and convertible 4.63 meters (15.19 meters). The color palette is shaken and now consists of 16 colors. The fully automatic acoustic peak of the Audi A5 Cabriolet is available in four colors. The S line exterior package is for those who value a dynamic look.

The body with high rigidity, excellent crash safety, high vibration comfort and light weight convince. The front fenders are made out of aluminum for better weight distribution. Aerodynamic fine-tuning measures include a padded bottom.

A harmonious balance of proportions and surfaces, fine fabrics and quality workmanship: The interior of the Audi A5 Audi models reflects the culture. It is more elegant than ever before – with the new steering wheels, including an option for a flat ring, buckle, new steering column stalks with chrome a little drawing of the controls.

A button is for the optional seat heating and ventilation used directly adapted into three stages. Also updated is the key, the selector lever for the automatic transmission, select the button for the optional Audi drive and control technology of high efficiency air conditioning and multifunction steering wheel. All displays are now illuminated in white.

New paint covers the edges of the instrument panel and center console, and there is also a new selection of upholstery and inlays. The latter are in aluminum Trigon or walnut or natural ash burl wood. Almost all colors of the interiors are new. Fine Nappa leather replaced the Valcona Sportback and the armrests are upholstered in leather, if desired. The Audi A5 Sportback is now also available as an optional five-seater.

Another attractive option is the S line sports package. The curtains in the interior with black accents and elegant applications. A sport suspension lowers the ride height by 10 millimeters (0.39 inches) and 18-inch wheels complete the package. Buyers looking for that something special is much more customization in the Audi exclusive program, including the Audi exclusive line of stylish two-tone upholstery.

The Audi A5 family sets a new standard of sportiness and efficiency. All engines feature turbocharging and direct injection for a huge draw. Even the entry-level engine produces 320 Nm (236.02 ft-£) of torque. The start-stop system and restore system are standard on all engines – no other manufacturer has such a rigorous approach. The line-up includes three petrol and four TDI engines. CO2 emissions have been reduced by up to 22 percent.

The new 1.8 TFSI, the full extent of the expertise of the brand. Breakthrough innovations are found in the control of valves and their lifts, the thermal management concept, the fuel injection system, turbocharger and the integration of the exhaust manifold. The Audi A5 Coupe, the high-end four-cylinder consumes just 5.7 liters fuel per 100 km (41.27 U.S. mpg). These best-in-class value corresponds to 134 grams of CO2 per kilometer (215.65 g / mile) and is 21 percent lower than before. With 125 kW (170 hp), the A5 1.8 TFSI accelerates powerfully.

The output of the 2.0 TFSI will remain unchanged at 155 kW (211 hp). New for the Audi A5 range is the 3.0 TFSI supercharged V6 produces a 200 kW (272 hp).

The diesel engines are impressively efficient, and the four-cylinder units with the changes in many areas. Equipped with the 130 kW (177 hp) 2.0 TDI and a manual transmission consumes just 4.7 liters Audi A5 Coupe fuel per 100 km (50.05 U.S. mpg) – an equivalent of 122 g CO2 per km (196, 34 g / mile) and a milestone in the coupe segment.

Three V6 engines complete the line-up at the top. The 3.0 TDI with 150 kW (204 hp), the most economical six-cylinder in its class worldwide. The Audi A5 Coupe with multitronic, required an average of 4.9 liters (48 U.S. mpg) of fuel and emits only 129 grams of CO2 per kilometer (207.61 g / mile). The second variant of the 3.0 TDI delivers 180 kW (245 hp). Later arrival is a very clean low-emission diesel model, the Audi A5 makes the first time on the market with the Euro 6 standard diesel.

Audi offers the ideal drive for each motor. A six-speed manual and continuously variable multitronic transmission is also available all-wheel drive. The quattro models with manual transmission or the fast, seven-speed S tronic come. All transfers seem to ease and precision, high efficiency and wide gear spread. The long top gear ratios in the fuel.

The members of the Audi A5 quattro all-wheel drive and family with S tronic transmission will also feature the crown-gear center differential with torque vectoring. In normal driving, the mechanism of power primarily controls on the rear wheels. If necessary, it distributes the force quickly and smoothly. Flow by 70 percent to the front, 85 percent to the rear. Torque Vectoring uses targeted, slow minor surgery to treat more accurately.

Optional on all Audi A5 quattro models, the sport differential provides maximum traction and high precision. It uses two stages involved overlay plate clutches are actively distribute torque between the rear wheels as needed.

The Audi A5 models, standard for sporty dynamics, luxurious comfort and excellent safety. Most components of the five-link front and trapezoidal-link rear axle are made of aluminum. The rear bearing and damper settings have been updated for more precise handling and comfort.

The stabilization program ESP with electronic differential lock is standard on all front-wheel drive versions of the Audi A5. ESP uses a minimal intervention on the inside front wheel brakes for extra maneuverability for dynamic driving. The big brakes – front and rear ventilated discs with many varieties – an excellent braking performance and are very easy to modulate.

17-inch wheels 225/50 tires are standard. The options are wheels and 265/30 tires up to 20 inches and four new wheels.

Among the high-end features in the model lines Audi drive select. In the basic configuration, it fits to increase the power steering, the throttle characteristic, the switching points of the automatic and automatic air conditioning. With a button in the cockpit, the driver can decide whether these components should operate in “comfort”, “Auto”, “dynamic” or “efficiency” mode. The latter helps the Audi A5 more efficient drive. If the car is equipped with a navigation system, there is an “individual” mode, the driver can configure most of his own.

Audi drive select can be combined with other modules, if desired. This includes a sports suspension with damper control, dynamic control and the sport differential, which continuously varies the steering ratio to almost 100 percent depending on the speed.

Another new standard in the Audi A5 model range is the electromechanical power steering. An electric motor provides the right amount of gain for the speed driven. The electromechanical steering has a direct relationship, responds immediately and provides accurate feedback from the road. It goes something to the driver to assist braking on surfaces with less grip on one side of the car.

The system reduces fuel consumption by up to 0.3 liters per 100 km and up to 7 gram of CO2 per kilometer (11.27 g / mile) because it consumes no energy at all in a straight line.

Despite the extensive product improvement, Audi is to increase prices only slightly. The price for the Audi A5 Coupe 2.0 TFSI is just 200 €, for example. The base model, the Audi A5 Sportback 1.8 TFSI, cost € 33.350.