2007-2016 A5 OverviewAudi A5 Overview (2007 - 2016)
B8 - 8T
Tech Specs Summary
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- 127 - 155 mph
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- 4.5 - 10.2 seconds
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- 134 - 444 BHP
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- 23.2 - 67.3 mpg
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- 1,420 - 1,995 kg
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- 320 - 380 L (Convertible)
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- 455 - 1,283 L (Coupé)
This generation of the Audi A5 (B8 - 8T) was produced by the German manufacturer Audi between 2007 - 2016. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a convertible or coupé. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 134 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 444 BHP 4.2 L V8 petrol engine. It has multi-link suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the A5 is the Audi RS5 Coupé 4.2 FSI quattro which scores 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 444 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 247 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Audi A5 Sportback 2.0 TDI 136 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 889 miles and can store 480-1,283 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,300 kg.