Design and body
The new Audi A5 Coupé sports a fresh, modern and honed look. It is nevertheless true to its DNA with the sporty and elegant character being passed down to the new generation. An example is the now three-dimensional shoulder line in the form of a wave, already prominent in the preceding model. The precise, sweeping line with pronounced bulges over the wheel arches emphasizes all four wheels – a cue to the quattro all-wheel drive.
The balanced proportions with a long engine hood, the stretched wheelbase and short overhangs underscore the sportiness of the new A5 Coupé. The sculpted Singleframe grille is significantly flatter and wider than in the previous model. The LED rear lights and optional LED or Matrix LED headlights with dynamic turn signals make high-end technology visible even after dark.
The Audi A5 Coupé is significantly more efficient than its predecessor. This is due in large part to a reduction in weight as well as sophisticated aerodynamics. The engineers were able to trim the curb weight by up to 60 kilograms (132.3 lb). The body is the lightest in the competitive field thanks to an intelligent mix of materials and lightweight design. With a cd value of 0.25, the A5 Coupé is the front runner in its segment when it comes to aerodynamics.
Interior
The interior benefits from the increased dimensions and longer wheelbase. The luggage compartment offers a volume of 465 liters (16.4 cu ft), 10 liters (0.4 cu ft) more than with the previous model. Space for driver and passengers is more generous. The ambient lighting with 30 selectable colors creates a fitting mood for the interior. The new A5 Coupé is also at the head of its class in aeroacoustics. The acoustic comfort is almost identical to that of the full-size category.
Drive system
The new Audi A5 Coupé will launch with a selection from five engines: two TFSIs and three TDIs. Their power output has increased considerably and now lies between 140 kW (190 hp) and 210 kW (286 hp). Compared with the previous model, they offer up to 17 percent more performance while consuming as much as 22 percent less fuel. All the engines combine high efficiency with sporty power development and smooth running – especially the two 3.0 TDI six-cylinder engines.
Engine lineup
- 2.0 TFSI with 140 kW (190 hp)
- 2.0 TFSI quattro with 185 kW (252 hp)
- 2.0 TDI ultra with 140 kW (190 hp)
- 2.0 TDI and 2.0 TDI quattro with 140 kW (190 hp)
- 3.0 TDI quattro with 160 kW (218 hp)
- 3.0 TDI quattro with 210 kW (286 hp)
Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 6.3 – 4.1 (37.3 – 57.4 US mpg)
Combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 144 – 107 (231.7 – 172.2 g/mi)
(Figures vary depending on engine/transmission/wheels/tires)
A manual six-speed gearbox and the seven-speed S tronic are used with the four-cylinder engines as well as the 160 kW (218 hp) 3.0 TDI with front- or all-wheel drive. The eight-speed tiptronic is reserved for the top diesel with 210 kW (286 hp). The engine comes with quattro all-wheel drive as a standard feature. Audi also offers the optional rear-axle sport differential for this model, for even more dynamic driving and precision.
The new quattro with ultra technology is also available for the first time. At the moment it can be combined with the four-cylinder TFSI and TDI engines with manual transmission. Optimized for efficiency, the drive system does not exhibit any perceptible differences from permanent systems in terms of traction and driving dynamics.
Chassis
The fully newly developed chassis in the Audi A5 Coupé offers the driver optimal comfort and a simultaneously high level of agility. The A5 thus handles narrow, winding mountain roads and long trips on the motorway with equal aplomb. Audi offers a suspension with damper control as an option. It is integrated into the Audi drive select dynamic handling system, so that the driver can set the basic characteristic in several stages.
The electromechanical power steering is also a new development from Audi. It adapts according to the vehicle’s current speed and provides highly precise road feedback. Optionally available is the dynamic steering, which varies its gear ratio depending on the speed and steering angle.
Infotainment and Audi connect
The A5 Coupé is now available for the first time with the optional Audi virtual cockpit, a 12.3-inch TFT display with a resolution of 1,440 x 540 pixels. Together with the MMI navigation plus including an 8.3-inch monitor on the center console, it forms the central information unit. The focal point of the MMI terminal is the round rotary pushbutton. Its surface is home to the touch-sensitive touchpad.
The whole MMI control logic is similar to that of a smartphone, including the intelligent free text search function. The new voice control system can recognize input made using everyday language, such as: “I would like to call Peter.”
Customers choosing MMI navigation plus also get the hardware module Audi connect and the new Audi connect SIM, a SIM card permanently installed in the car. The new Audi A5 Coupé uses this to connect to the Internet via the fast LTE network. Use of the versatile Audi connect services is free of charge for three years, both in Germany and in most European countries. The respective national provider is selected automatically as needed.
Independently of the integrated Audi connect services, customers can also book into the additional data packages and individually use the internet via Wi-Fi hotspot. This allows all passengers to surf the web and send/receive email with up to eight mobile devices at attractive rates.
The A5 can also be equipped with the optional Audi connect safety service package. It offers automatic emergency calling in case of an accident, online breakdown calls and Audi service requests, among other features. Added are remote functions, like locking and unlocking the car, checking where the car is parked and calling up the vehicle status. These functions are used with the MMI connect app via smartphone, SmartWatch or from the TV in conjunction with the Apple TV Generation 4.
With the Audi smartphone interface, Apple Car Play and Android Auto bring the familiar smartphone environment into the car, if desired. The optional Audi phone box with wireless charging in the center armrest uses near-field coupling to link smartphones wirelessly to the vehicle’s antenna and enables inductive charging according to the Qi standard. For especially discerning hi-fi fans, the Bang Olufsen Sound System with its innovative 3D sound is available as an option.
Driver assistance systems and equipment
An intelligent combination of different technologies enhances the safety, comfort and efficiency of the new Audi A5 Coupé. Meanwhile Audi is also taking the next step toward piloted driving. The broad choice of innovative driver assistance systems sets standards in the segment.
The predictive efficiency assistant helps the driver save fuel, Audi active lane assist helps keep the car on track in the driving lane, and the StopGo adaptive cruise control including traffic jam assist reduces the driver’s workload in slow-moving traffic. New on board are assistance systems like the park assist, cross traffic assist rear, exit warning, collision avoidance assist and the turn assist. Together with the Audi pre sense systems, they provide greater safety. A camera-based road sign recognition system rounds out the lineup.
The standard equipment includes xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights and LED rear lights, LED interior lights, the Audi MMI radio plus with 7-inch MMI color display, Bluetooth and USB charging function, the three-spoke multifunction steering wheel (including shift paddles in models with automatic transmission), height-adjustable belt feeds, the Audi drive select dynamic handling system and Audi pre sense city.
New trim lines provide numerous customization opportunities, for both the interior and the exterior. Besides the base model, there are also the sport and design lines. The S line sport package and the Audi design selection are available for sophisticated customization, particularly for the interior. Audi offers the S line exterior package for a particularly dynamic appearance.
The equipment, data and prices specified in this document refer to the model range offered in Germany. Subject to change without notice; errors and omissions excepted.