The new Audi A5, which replaces the A4 model in the German firm’s vehicle lineup, has been revealed and will be offered in both Sedan and Avant station wagon guise. Take a look at the details below…
The A4 has been hugely popular for Audi but changes are afoot in Ingolstadt as the German carmaker has now revealed the new Audi A5 and S5 range in both Sedan and Avant guise.
Yes, that means that the previous A5, S5 and RS5 Coupe and Convertibles have been put out to pasture, which is sad news if you’re a fan of sporting Audis. More so, Audi’s naming convention now reserves even-number models for its Electric Vehicles (EVs) while odd-numbered models represent Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles.
Where the old Audi A4 was widely criticised for its meh styling execution, the new A5 ushers in a much sharper and bolder look to take the fight to its main rivals, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3 Series. We like the more aggressive and sporty look of the new A5, do you?
The new Audi A5 and S5 is built on a new platform called Premium Platform Combustion or PPC and now features a longer wheelbase at 2 900mm, an increase of 68 mm, which impacts positively on interior space.
Talking about the interior, the new A5 features a modern layout and premium materials that a buyer would expect in a luxury model.
A new curved panoramic display is a technological highlight and it incorporates a 11.9-inch digital instrument cluster and a large 14.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system. More so, an optional 10.9-inch screen for the front passenger is also optionally available.
What engines are offered for the new Audi A5?
The new Audi A5 is powered by a thoroughly revised 2.0-litre turbopetrol engine offering 110 kW in the front-wheel drive A5 and 150 kW in the all-wheel-drive A5 quattro derivative.
A mild-hybrid 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine with a 48-volt electric system will also be offered in select markets with 150 kW and 400 Nm of torque available and with a useful 18kW of extra boost.
The sportier S5 ramps up the performance with an updated mild-hybrid 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine that delivers 270 kW and is paired with an S-tronic dual-clutch transmission with quattro all-wheel-drive ensuring maximum performance.
Audi engineers have also improved the A5’s suspension for improved ride and handling and customers will also have the choice to fit adaptive suspension for enhanced comfort and/or sportiness.
When will the 2025 Audi A5 come to South Africa?
Audi South Africa has confirmed that its new sporty A5 sedan will be launching locally in the middle of 2025, but the A5 Avant has not yet been confirmed for local introduction.
Local pricing and specification details will be revealed closer to launch. We will keep you updated.
