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Basic Specs
| Base Price | $42,600 |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 3880 |
| City (MPG) | 22 |
| Hwy (MPG) | 30 |
| Horsepower | 211@4300 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 258@1500 |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 |
| Length (in.) | 182.1 |
| Width (in.) | 79.5 |
| Height (in.) | 54.4 |
In an effort to create an entire line of stylish models situated between the more pedestrian A4 and A6, Audi decided that a convertible version of its shapely A5 coupe was a natural progression.
Unlike the A4 convertible that preceded it, the A5 convertible is styled much the same as the A5 two-door coupe. The body styles share the same basic lines on the outside, as well as the same interior and the same powertrain.
Eschewing the folding metal hard tops found in some Swedish, German and Japanese rivals, the A5 convertible features a fully insulated cloth top with a heated glass rear window. The top's lines roughly follow the roofline of the coupe, unlike many competitors.
Based on a similar chassis to the A4 and Q5, the A5 Convertible features a sport-oriented suspension and an engine mounted further back in the engine bay than in a typical Audi, which gives the car a more even weight distribution for neutral handling.
Like the A4 line and A5 coupe, the A5 convertible is offered exclusively with a single engine option: a 211 horsepower 2.0-liter DOHC engine with FSI direct-injection and a turbocharger. The previous generation's premium 265 hp 3.2-liter V6 with FSI direct-injection has been discontinued
Unlike the A5 coupe, however, the A5 convertible does not have a standard six-speed manual transmission. Instead, it offers the choice of either a Multitronic CVT transmission which returns 22 city and 30 highway miles per gallon with a more leisurely 7.5-second zero-to-60 time, or a slightly more sport-minded Tiptronic eight-speed automated automatic which obtains 21 city, 29 highway mpg and a 6.7-second acceleration time.
Standard and Optional Features
Standard features on the A5 Convertible include power-adjustable leather seats, single-zone automatic climate control, an 180-watt sound system with Sirius Satellite Radio and 18-inch alloy wheels.
Thanks to the optional Bluetooth Homelink package, the Audi A5 Cabriolet allows you to conveniently access your Bluetooth-enabled phone's features via the MMI operating system, allowing for easy, intuitive hands-free communication. HomeLink is integrated into the overhead controls and uses a simple three-button system to control garage doors, gates and even lights in your home.
The Comfort Package adds heated front seatbacks and cushions that can be set to one of six settings. Should you require cooling, you can select ventilation mode to circulate air through perforations in the seats for increased comfort and airflow. Additionally, the A5 Cabriolet offers a head-level heating system extending the top-down season by circulating heat at neck level through the vents located at the top of the front seats.
For more performance-oriented handling characteristics, the 19-inch Sport Package includes a specially tuned, firmer suspension with an assertive stance and sport seats that offer greater lateral support. The 19-inch sport wheels have a bold, aggressive design and come equipped with summer performance tires. Tiptronic models equipped with the Sport Package have shift paddles allowing effortless, race-inspired gear shifting so you can keep your hands on the three-spoke steering wheel.
Inside, elements include Brushed Aluminum doorsills with S line badging and elegant Brushed Aluminum decorative inlays extending across the center console, doors and dashboard. The S line designation extends to the three-spoke, leather-wrapped steering wheel featuring special perforated leather and S line badge. Also included are S line sport seats with leather and perforated Alcantara seat inserts.
The MMI Navigation plus Package features a 7-inch full-color LCD screen and MMI control logic. The newest generation A5 comes equipped with the latest generation of MMI, powered by a 40-GB hard drive and an NVIDIA processor to enhance graphics. This generation MMI offers a color driver information system, real-time traffic and voice control for navigation and telephone functions.
Additionally it offers 3D topography graphics that include the buildings in many cities and the crystal clear digital AM and FM sound of HD Radio. Also included is the Audi parking system with a rearview camera for real-time viewing of the parking area with rear ultrasonic parking sensors measuring the distance to the nearest object and audibly warning you when the distance becomes unsafe.
Also available is a heating system built into the seats, enabling passengers to drive with the top down in less-than-ideal weather.
Sporty S-Line Package
The popular exterior S line package features for the A5 Cabriolet include 19-inch S line five-Y-spoke wheels with superior handling 255/35 summer performance tires, sport suspension is included to help improve driving dynamics, unique exterior trim elements including the iconic Singleframe grille, side valances, S line specific front and rear bumpers, and badging. Inside, elements include Brushed Aluminum doorsills with S line badging and elegant Brushed Aluminum decorative inlays extending across the center console, doors and dashboard.
The S line designation also extends to the three-spoke, leather-wrapped steering wheel featuring special perforated leather and S line badge. Also included are S line sport seats with leather and perforated Alcantara seat inserts.
Occupant Safety
The A5 Cabriolet features active roll bars behind the seats, front airbags, knee airbags, seat-mounted side head/chest airbags, and ESP stability control.
Key Competitors
Looking for a sporty drop-top like the Audi A5 Convertible? You also might want to check out the BMW 3-Series Convertible, the Infiniti G37 Convertible and the Lexus IS 250C.
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- General
- Body Style: Convertible
- Size: Midsize
- Market Segment: Near-Luxury
- Weight: 3880 lbs
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- Exterior
- Length: 182.1 in.
- Width: 79.5 in.
- Height: 54.4 in.
- Wheelbase: 108.3 in.
- Ground Clearance: TBD
- Front Track: 62.6 in.
- Rear Track: 62.1 in.
- Weight Distribution: TBD
- Drag Coefficient: 0.31
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- Interior - General
- Seats: 4
- Passenger Volume: 81.0 cu. ft.
- Cargo Volume: 10.2 cu. ft.
- Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
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- Interior - Front Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: 41.3 in.
- Head Room: 40.0 in.
- Shoulder Room: 54.3 in.
- Hip Room: TBD
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- Interior - Second Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: 31.9 in.
- Head Room: 36.3 in.
- Shoulder Room: 46.8 in.
- Hip Room: TBD
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- Propulsion
- Fuel Type: Gas
- Engine Type: 2.0L I4
- Power: 211 hp @ 4300 rpm
- Torque: 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
- Transmission: 8-Speed CVT
- Highway Fuel Economy: 30 mpg
- City Fuel Economy: 22 mpg
- Forced Induction: Turbocharger
- Direct Injection: Yes
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- Chassis
- Layout: Front Wheel Drive
- Front Suspension: Multi-Link
- Rear Suspension: Strut-Type
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- Wheels
- Front: 18" Aluminum
- Front Tires: 245/40
- Rear: 18" Aluminum
- Rear Tires: 245/40
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- Trailering & Hauling
- Trailer Weight: TBD
- Payload: N/A
- Tongue Weight: TBD
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