| Model year | 2008 |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A5 |
| Style | quattro 2dr Coupe AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A) quattro 2dr Coupe AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A) |
| Base MSRP | $41,200 |
| Options on test vehicle | Bang & Olufsen Premium Sound System ($850); 19" Alloy Wheels w/ Summer Performance Tires ($900); Technology Package ($1,700 -- includes rearview parking camera, adaptive headlights, keyless entry/start); Premium Package ($1,850 -- includes Homelink garage door opener, bi-xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, auto-dimming and -folding exterior mirrors, autodimming interior mirror w/ compass, heated front seats, memory function for driver seat and mirror); Audi Navigation Plus ($2,390) |
| As-tested MSRP | $49,665 |
| Drive type | All wheel drive |
| Engine type | V6 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 3197cc (195cu-in) |
| Block/head material | Aluminum alloy |
| Valvetrain | Double overhead camshaft |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 12.5 |
| Redline (rpm) | 7,000 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 265 @ 6,500 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 243 @ 3,250 |
| Transmission type | 6-speed Automatic |
| Transmission and axle ratios (x:1) | I: 3.667; II: 2.053; III: 1.423; IV: 1.065; V: 0.853; VI: 0.730; R: 3.400; Final Drive: 3.889 |
| Suspension, front | Multi-link |
| Suspension, rear | Multi-link |
| Steering type | Electric speed-proportional power steering |
| Steering ratio (x:1) | 16.3:1 |
| Tire brand | Dunlop |
| Tire model | SP Sport Maxx GT |
| Tire type | Summer Performance |
| Tire size, front | 255/35ZR19 |
| Tire size, rear | 255/35ZR19 |
| Wheel size | 19 X 8.5 front - 19 X 8.5 rear |
| Wheel material | Alloy |
| Brakes, front | Ventilated disc |
| Brakes, rear | Disc |
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 4.2 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 6.4 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 9.1 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 14.5 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 6.1 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 26 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 108 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 68.3 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 0.86 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 42.6 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 71.0 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 64.3 |
| Acceleration comments | Impressive power from V6. "Sport" mode produces quick (though sometimes inconsistent) upshifts. Best run with mild brake torque to about 1800 rpm. |
| Braking rating | Very Good |
| Braking comments | Solid, consistent pedal feel every stop. Good directional stability under full-ABS activation. |
| Handling rating | Very Good |
| Handling comments | A true sport coupe, this massively heavy Audi manages to get the job done through the cones. Very good transitional stability and body control. Good steering feedback at speed. Impressive. |
| Test date | 6/24/2008 |
| Elevation (ft.) | 1,121 |
| Temperature (°F) | 75.75 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | NW 2.19 |
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 18 City / 27 Highway |
| Edmunds observed (mpg) | 16.14 |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 16.9 |
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 3,913 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 3,835 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 55.6/44.4 |
| Length (in.) | 182.1 |
| Width (in.) | 73.0 |
| Height (in.) | 54.0 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 108.3 |
| Track, front (in.) | 62.6 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 62.1 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 37.4 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 39.1 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 36.0 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 54.3 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 52.8 |
| Seating capacity | 4 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 16.1 |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 12 years / Unlimited miles |
| Roadside assistance | 4 years / Unlimited miles |
| Free scheduled maintenance | 1 year / 5,000 miles |
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Standard dual front |
| Head airbags | Standard front and rear |
| Knee airbags | Not Available |
| Antilock brakes | 4-wheel ABS |
| Electronic brake enhancements | Braking assist, electronic brakeforce distribution |
| Traction control | Standard |
| Stability control | Standard |
| Tire-pressure monitoring system | Tire pressure monitoring |
| Emergency assistance system | Pre-collision safety system |
| NHTSA crash test, driver | Not Tested |
| NHTSA crash test, passenger | Not Tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side front | Not Tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side rear | Not Tested |
| NHTSA rollover resistance | Not Tested |
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