Audi A5 Coupe

Audi A5 Coupe
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Full 2014 Audi A5 Review

What's New for 2014

The 2014 Audi A5 gets a slight bump up in horsepower. New standard features like Bluetooth have been added and keyless ignition/entry is now standard on the Premium Plus trim. Also, an optional Black Optic appearance package debuts.

 

Introduction

Luxury coupes have a certain sex appeal. Perhaps it's their defiant lack of practicality that gives them such a glamorous edge. The 2014 Audi A5 is one of the more fetching choices in this comely bunch and it offers more than mere surface charms. This shapely two-door impresses in almost every way imaginable.

Some cars present a beauty that's somewhat of an acquired taste, but this is not the case with the A5. Its sheet metal boasts an allure that's easily understood. This stylish refinement is also reflected in the cabin, which is one of the most deluxe and eye-catching interiors in the segment. The A5 continues to inspire praise on the open road, with sure-footed handling that makes you want to take the long way home. It even has a sensible streak, in the form of strong fuel economy. And drivers who frequently face intemperate weather will appreciate its available all-wheel drive.

Under the hood is a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. While this engine might seem puny relative to the six-cylinders that dominate the segment, in reality, the A5 is only slightly slower than its rivals under full acceleration. If you crave more power, you could always look at the Audi S5 and Audi RS 5, both of which offer improved performance and sharper handling.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The 2014 Audi A5 is offered in four-passenger coupe and Cabriolet (convertible) body styles. All cars are sold in a base Premium trim level, and from there you can choose whether to add the Premium Plus and Prestige option packages, which dictate the availability of other option groups.

The base A5 Premium trim level comes standard with 18-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof (coupe), automatic lights and wipers, tri-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, eight-way power front seats with four-way driver lumbar support, split-folding rear seats, a dash-mounted MMI electronics interface controller, a 6.5-inch display, Bluetooth phone connectivity and a 10-speaker sound system with a CD player, satellite radio and an iPod interface. The Cabriolet adds a power-operated convertible top and a wind deflector. To this you can add the Lighting package, which includes xenon headlights and LED running lights and taillights.

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