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31st May, 2012

The new Audi A5 and S5 models are available in Australia. The design has been comprehensively refreshed and now features an electromechanical steering system for improved fuel efficiency.

Two new four cylinder engines have been added to the range including a 1.8 TFSI with 125 kW and a 2.0 TDI with 130 kW.

There are now 13 variants which offer consumption of 7.0 litres/100 km or less, resulting in Luxury Car Tax concessions for customers, headlined by the A5 Coupe and Sportback 1.8 TFSI multitronic models which allow entry into the range from $66,990*.

Following the introduction of an efficiency strategy that sees fuel economy gains with every new model that is launched, the A5 range is the latest chapter in the success story of the German brand. The introduction of two new engines to the A5 range delivers efficiency gains of up to 18 per cent.

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The 1.8 TFSI petrol engine produces 125 kW and 320 Nm for sporty performance, while delivering excellent fuel economy of just 5.9 litres per 100 km (combined cycle), and emissions of 136g of CO2 per kilometre (combined cycle). Similarly, drivers can enjoy the strong torque delivery of the new 2.0 TDI diesel engine, which generates 130 kW and 380 Nm. The 2.0 TDI affords even better consumption figures of 4.8 litres per 100 km (combined cycle), and just 127g (combined cycle) of CO2 per kilometre.

The new electromechanical power steering system improves fuel efficiency by 0.3 l/100 km on its own. The system is sporty and precise, responding immediately to the driver’s input.

The striking A5 silhouette takes a bold new stance, thanks to the distinctive pair of headlights that resemble a wedge. Their lower edge forms a wave and the inside has been restructured. Together with the high-gloss black single-frame grille and new bumper, the new A5 is stylish and most definitely fits in with the current Audi appearance touches.



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Inside the cabin, the revised instrument cluster and centre console are furnished with enhanced switchgear and there is a new steering wheel.

The S5 Coupe now benefits from a new engine, bringing it into line with the S5 Sportback and Cabriolet. The powerful 3.0 TFSI engine produces 245 kW and a formidable 440 Nm of torque, and is now matched to a seven-speed S tronic for super-fast gearchanges. As result, the new S5 Coupe’s performance is incredible. It will reach 100 km/h from rest in 4.9 seconds. On the combined cycle, the coupe and sportback consume 8.1 litres per 100 km (8.5 l/100 km for the cabriolet).

Even though all A5 models have been extensively refined, Audi has only made small adjustments to pricing. Customers can enjoy Luxury Car Tax concessions across 13 variants that deliver better fuel economy than 7.0 l/100 km. In the case of the entry-level A5 Coupé and Sportback 1.8 TFSI, the Manufacturer’s List Price* is $66,990*, which is a reduction compared to the previous entry-level model.

Manufacturer’s List Pricing* (MLP*)

Model

Power

MLP*

A5 Sportback 1.8 TFSI  multitronic

125

$66,900*

A5 Sportback 2.0 TDI multitronic

130

$68,700*

A5 Sportback 2.0 TFSI quattro manual

155

$80,900*

A5 Sportback 2.0 TFSI quattro S tronic

155

$83,200*

A5 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro S tronic

180

$95,900*

A5 Sportback 3.0 TFSI quattro S tronic

200

$100,800*

S5 Sportback 3.0 TFSI S tronic

245

$135,900*

 

 

 

A5 Coupe 1.8 TFSI multitronic

125

$66,900*

A5 Coupe 2.0 TDI multitronic

130

$68,700*

A5 Coupe 2.0 TFSI quattro manual

155

$80,900*

A5 Coupe 2.0 TFSI quattro S tronic

155

$83,200*

A5 Coupe 3.0 TDI quattro S tronic

180

$95,900*

A5 Coupe 3.0 TFSI quattro S tronic

200

$100,800*

S5 Coupe 3.0TFSI quattro  S tronic

245

$135,900*

 

 

 

A5 Cabriolet 1.8 TFSI multitronic

125

$78,500*

A5 Cabriolet 2.0 TDI multitronic

130

$80,900*

A5 Cabriolet 2.0 TFSI quattro S tronic

155

$96,900*

A5 Cabriolet 3.0 TDI quattro S tronic

180

$108,800*

A5 Cabriolet 3.0 TFSI quattro S tronic

200

$112,900*

S5 Cabriolet 3.0 TFSI S tronic

245

$146,500*


NOTE: * Manufacturer's List Price (MLP) excludes dealer delivery fees and the numerous statutory charges (commonly known as on-road costs). Additionally, please note that all prices, fees and charges are subject to change without notice, as are the specifications.


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