2012 Audi A5 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro

2012 Audi A5 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro Front Angle View

2012 Audi A5 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro Front Side View

2012 Audi A5 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro Front View

2012 Audi A5 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro Interior View

2012 Audi A5 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro Rear Side View

2012 Audi A5 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro Rear View

2012 Audi A5 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro Side Top View

2012 Audi A5 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro Cockpit Dashboard View

Audi is refreshing the A5 series for model year 2012. New solutions for engines, quattro drive and infotainment, the Sportback, Coupe, Convertible and S5 models added, so that they even sportier and more efficiently. The design is now even more dynamic.

The A5 models 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 dynamic control and take the A5 to drive more fun. The electromechanical steering is new for the 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.

Since its debut, the models of the A5 family – the Sportback, Coupe and Cabriolet – are characterized by their elegance impressed. 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 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 peaks of the 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.
2012 Audi A5 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro Specifications:

Key: AT – automatic transmission, MT – manual transmission, F/R/AWD – front/rear/all wheel drive
Powertrain
Type     V6, Turbodiesel
Displacement     181 cu in (2967 cc)
Power     245 hp @ 4000 rpm
Torque     369 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Redline     n/a
Driveline     All Wheel Drive
Transmission     6 Speed Manual
7 Speed Double-Clutch Automatic
Brakes & Tires
Brakes Front – Rear     Ventilated Discs – Solid Discs
Tire Size Front – Rear     n/a
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length     185.4 in
Width     n/a
Height     n/a
Curb Weight     n/a
Performance
0-60 mph     5.7 s
1/4 Mile     n/a
60-0 Braking     n/a
Top Speed     155 mph
Fuel Economy
NEDC Fuel Consumption – Combined     5.7 l/100 km
Origin & Price
Origin     Germany
Base Retail Price (MSRP)     n/a