Drive with Innovation and Style - Audi A5

The Audi A5 is a compact executive car produced by Audi in 2007 and is presently in its second generation since 2018. The A5 is available in a two-door coupe, two-door convertible, and five-door hatchback (Sportback) with three available trims.

The 2020 Audi A5 received some exterior styling and interior changes which include larger air inlets and a more angular grille with a new 10.1-inch high-resolution touchscreen infotainment system. Now, we take a look at the 5 pros and 5 cons of the A5 to assist you in arriving at an informed decision of whether to buy on not buy this car.

5 Pros

Excellent Engines

The 2020 A5 has excellent handling, agile ride, and decent power with a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder petrol engine with 248 hp paired to a 7-speed S-Tronic dual-clutch automatic transmission. The A5 also comes with a standard Quattro all-wheel drive (AWD) and the hatchback model offers 0-97 kph in 5.7 seconds with a maximum speed of 209 kph.

Relaxing and Quiet Ride

The 2020 A5 two-door model was best suited for a leisurely trip, while the five-door hatchback is remarkably versatile. The four-door coupe has an excellent combination of sharp and agile responses with comfortability. The Quattro all-wheel-drive system enhances the grip and composure on the road. The car is not bothered by bumps and the cabin is well-insulated ensuring a quiet and relaxing ride.

Premium Interior

The 2020 A5 interior has a blend of soft-touch plastics and textured aluminum with finely grained wood trim to create a sociable and friendly atmosphere. Standard features include leather cloth and front power-adjustable. The hatchback has better rear legroom but the slopping roofline eats up the headroom a little. It lacks cargo space on the coupe and convertible models, but the hatchback offers better with 623 liters of goods with the rear seat in place. 

Reflexive Tech Features

The 2020 A5s infotainment system now comes standard with a 10.1-inch MMI touch responsive touchscreen and the 12.3-inch virtual cockpit available on the Premium Plus and Prestige trim is welcome. Also includes the Audi Pre Sense Basic collision detection system for detecting an imminent collision, the Audi Pre Sense Front system with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, and automatic emergency braking.

Excellent Standard And Optional Features

The 2020 A5 comes with plenty of standard and optional features including a 10.1-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth,  two USB ports, HD Radio, heated front seats, a moonroof, a 10-speaker stereo, and ambient LED interior lighting. Standard active safety features include an Audi Pre Sense Front, Audi Pre Sense Basic, and a rearview camera.

The high-end Prestige trim adds traffic sign recognition, traffic jam assist, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, parallel and perpendicular park assist, a head-up display, and a surround-view parking camera system.

5 Cons

Lack of Boot Space in Coupe And Convertible Model

The 2020 A5 convertible offers 380-liter boot while the coupe has a 465-liter boot which is decent-sized, but some models offer much larger boots. Loading and offloading goods can be tricky as it might need placing a section of your body into the boot to access the far ends of the boot.

Little Interior Storage

The 2020 A5 comes with several storage bins where small items can be easily stored, but when it comes to bulkier items, you won’t find a place to store them. Bulkier objects such as oversize water bottles have no proper storage areas.

High Price

The 2020 A5 has starting price of $42,900 which can rise to 60,000+ depending on model which is very high for other buyers. The A5 Coupe has similar prices despite its size and shape and can still rise up as you add additional features.

Narrow Interior In Coupe Models

The 2020 A5 coupe and convertible cabin aren’t that spacious. the front seat occupants can easily bump elbows in pursuit of comfort, while the rear seats can only occasionally use for average-sized adults. The second row is too narrow unless you hop over and getting a child seat via the folded seat can prove to be a real debacle.

A4 Is More Practical

The 2020 A5 has all varying practicality but compared with the A4 in terms of cargo capacity, the A5 hatchback and the A4 sedan cargo space are about the same size at 480 liters. But the access to the A5 hatchback boot is more practical. For families, the legroom and headroom in the A5 coupe can be distressing. So we recommend the A4 due to its excellent headroom, as even the A5 hatchback's headroom is affected by its sloping rear roofline.

Finally,

The Audi A5 is simply a job well done with stylish, powerful yet efficient, and fun to drive. The hatchback is also versatile, as it offers a larger trunk than the coupe, convertible, and every other Audi sedan. Overall, all A5 trims are fantastic choices depending on your needs. You can check the A6 stocklist now for more available model.