March 24, 2008
2008 Audi A5 Built on New Structure
AUBURN HILLS, MI – The A5 is built on a new structure that also forms the basis for the next
generation A4 sedan. A distinctive shape identifies the A5 and S5 models from
virtually any angle, with flowing curves bringing some musculature to Audi’s
sleek, aerodynamic forms, and arresting light patterns. From behind, there’s
slight chance of mistaking it for a British GT car, but from any other angle it’s
unmistakably Audi, according to www.newcartestdrive.com.
The 2008
Audi A5 ($39,900) features a 265-hp V-6 engine, six-speed manual gearbox, and
quattro all-wheel drive. The 2008 Audi S5 ($50,500) uses a 354-hp V-8 engine.
Both versions will be available with a six-speed automatic transmission
($1,300).
A5 comes
standard with leather upholstery, including the steering wheel and shifter and
wood trim (walnut, nutmeg, or ash). Also standard are three-zone climate control,
power front seats, 60/40 split-fold rear seat with ski bag/pass-through,
tilt/telescoping steering column, glass roof with shade, four-way adjustable
center console, monochrome driver info center, AM/FM/CD/satellite/SD-card
180-watt 10-speaker stereo, fog lights, 18-inch wheels, heated windshield
washers, cruise control, power windows/locks/mirrors, and rain-sensing wipers.
A5
options include an S-line package with firmer suspension, 19-inch wheels,
different trim in and out and sport seats, two-position driver memory system,
power folding mirrors, LED daytime running lights, bi-Xenon headlights with
washers, heated front seats, Milano leather upgrade, and aluminum trim.
Optional
on both A5 and S5 are metallic paint, adaptive headlamps, advanced key (stays
in your pocket), Audi side assist, navigation, and a Bang & Olufsen sound
system.
S5
includes everything on the A5 plus 19-inch wheels and 255/35YR19 tires, bigger
brakes, rear spoiler, Silk Nappa leather sport seats with integral headrests
and optional Alcantara inserts, two-position driver memory system, color screen
driver info center, bi-Xenon headlamps and LED daytime running lights,
auto-dimming power-folding mirrors, headlight washers, heated front seats, and
aluminum interior trim with carbon, wood, or stainless steel available. The S5
manual transmission model carries the mandated U.S. gas guzzler tax ($1,300).
Safety
gear that comes standard on all A5 and S5 models includes of two-stage driver
and adaptive passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, side curtain
airbags, Backguard headrests, electronic stability control, ABS, EBD, all-wheel
drive, and tire pressure monitors.
