Pros: Impressive interior materials; refined, well-designed convertible body style; agile, composed handling
Cons: Cramped, difficult-to-access rear seat is best suited for children; slight turbo lag; some complicated controls
2017 A5
CG Says: The 2017 Audi A5 gains more standard equipment. Rearview camera, rear-obstacle-detection system, and three-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel are now standard on all models. The A5 is basically a 2-door luxury car with a sporty edge. Though its turbocharged 4-cylinder engine isn’t the fastest mill out there, it still can provide an invigorating driving experience. More invigorating is the S5 with a 333 supercharged V6. A5 won’t give the Porsche Boxster or Cayman a run for their money, but it’s still a luxurious and dynamically capable car. If you’re shopping the BMW 2-Series, Cadillac ATS coupe, or the Infiniti Q60 Coupe or Q60 Convertible, put the A5 on your list.
| Class | Premium Sporty/Performance Car |
| Body Style(s) | 2-door coupe, 2-door convertible |
| Passenger Count | 4 |
| Drive Wheels | all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Audi |
| Nation of Manufacture | Germany |
| Base Prices | A5 2.0T coupe: $41,200 A5 2.0T convertible: $48,600 S5 3.0T coupe: $53,100 S5 3.0T convertible: $61,100 |
| Base Engine turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 211 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 21-23 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 29-32 |
| Optional Engine supercharged 3.0-liter V6 |
| Horsepower 333 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 7-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 17-18 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 26-28 |
