Hefty torque: the Audi S5 TDI
700 Nm (516.3 lb-ft) of torque and output of 255 kW (347 hp) – the updated Audi S5 Sportback (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km*: 6.2–6.1 (37.9–38.6 US mpg); combined CO2 emissions in g/km*: 162–160 (260.7–257.5 g/mi)) and the S5 Coupé (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km*: 6.2–6.1 (37.9–38.6 US mpg); combined CO2emissions in g/km*: 161–160 (259.1–257.5 g/mi)) have a V6 diesel engine under the hood in European markets. The 3.0 TDI offers brawny pulling power, cultivated smoothness and long range, thanks in part to its MHEV system and the electric powered compressor, which supports the turbocharger. Both S TDI models accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in under 5 seconds. The electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155.3 mph) is just a formality.
An eight-speed tiptronic and permanent quattro all-wheel drive transfer the power in the S5 Sportback and S5 Coupé. A taut S sport suspension is standard; damper control is optional. Inside and out, a host of design details point to the unique position of the S TDI models – from the four round exhaust tailpipes to the S mode in the optional Audi virtual cockpit.
Audi offers the S5 Coupé and the S5 Sportback with the 3.0-liter TFSI in markets outside Europe. The turbocharged gasoline direct injection engine has an output of 260 kW (354 hp) and produces a hefty torque of 500 Nm (368.8 lb-ft)from 1,370 to 4,500 rpm. The V6 propels the S5 Coupé TFSI from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 4.7 seconds and up to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155.3 mph). The standard sprint takes two tenths of a second longer in the S5 Sportback TFSI.
Open-air driving: the Audi A5 Cabriolet and the S5 Cabriolet
Like every open-top Audi, the A5 Cabriolet has a classic fabric top. It is an acoustic hood and opens fully automatically in 15 seconds at speeds of up to 50 km/h (31.1 mph). Targeted reinforcements provide for a highly rigid body. With the top up, the trunk of the four-seater has a volume of 370 liters (13.1 cu-ft); the split rear seatbacks can be folded forward.
Exclusive offer: the special edition Audi A5 edition one
A special edition model will accompany the launch of the updated A5 product line. The edition one is available for all Sportback and Coupé models having engines with at least 140 kW. The sport suspension comes as standard. The exterior design is based on the S line and features additional, eye-catching black elements such as a roof dome in brilliant black with the A5 Coupé. The paint finishes are quantum gray, Daytona gray, pearl effect and district green, metallic. For the interior, customers can choose between the design selection and S line interior packages. Exclusive details enhance both interiors.
Price and market launch: Sales in Europe beginning in fall 2019
The Audi A5 models and the S5 models with a TDI engine and sporty new look can be ordered in Europe from fall 2019. The models will be with dealers starting in early 2020. The base price in Germany for the A5 Coupé 40 TFSI with 12 V MHEV and 140 kW is 42,900 euros (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 5.9–5.8 (39.9–40.6 US mpg); combined CO2 emissions in g/km*: 136–131 (218.9–210.8 g/mi)). Customers can order the S5 Coupé (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km*: 6.2–6.1 (37.9–38.6 US mpg); combined CO2 emissions in g/km*: 161–160 (259.1–257.5 g/mi)) and the S5 Sportback (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km*: 6.2–6.1 (37.9–38.6 US mpg); combined CO2 emissions in g/km*: 162–160 (260.7–257.5 g/mi)) starting at 66,500 euros. Many popular equipment options from the Audi A5 Coupé, for instance the A5 Coupé 45 TDI quattro with 170 kW (231 hp) tiptronic (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km*: 5.4 – 5.1 (43.6 – 46.1 US mpg); combined CO2 emissions in g/km*: 141 – 134 (226.9 – 215.7 g/mi)), valued at approximately 7,700 euros come as standard. These include Matrix LED headlights with dynamic rear turn signals up front and in the rear, S sport suspension with tautly tuned suspension and damping, 18-inch wheels, power-adjustable front sport seats with Alcantara leather and S embossing, and sportily contoured bumpers.
