According to Auto Press, the 2010 Audi A5 ranks 7 out of 9 Luxury Sports Cars. Audi A5 offers an impressive combination of elegance and sporty handling dynamics. Though its performance capabilities fall short of the opposition, the Audi A5 is still a thrilling and satisfying vehicle to drive. In fact, Consumer Guide labels the 2010 Audi A5 a “Best Buy.”
Lets Eye what the top blogs write about this breathe-taking and awe-inspiring Audi:
“Given the influx of power-folding hardtops in the U.S. market, Audi seems poised to separate itself from the herd. The new A5 and S5 Cabriolets offer handsome styling, whether the top’s up or down, impressive cargo capacity, and formidable street cred.” — Motor Trend
“Audi’s coupe is handsome, fun-to-drive, and oozes class and refinement. Quick on its feet and responsive in V-6 guise, the A5 drives as good as it looks. The beautiful interior has excellent ergonomics but a smallish backseat. All-wheel drive makes the A5 a foul-weather friend.” — Car and Driver
“It’s practical and comfortable enough for everyday driving with enough style and performance to make a statement.” – Forbes
“Beautifully sleek and beautifully detailed, the A5 cabriolet delivers the top-down style you expect from a convertible without compromising the everyday utility you must have from a car that can carry four passengers.” — Edmunds
“With its potent powertrain, head-turning looks, comprehensive features, seating for four and a choice of manual or automatic transmissions, the A5 definitely raises Audi’s overall image and style rating – and most likely will do the same for its sales numbers, as well.” — Kelley Blue Book
“A5 and S5 are premium coupes that do many things well, they have strong acceleration, capable handling, and the security of all-wheel drive. They’re not as outright sporty as the two-seat Porsche Cayman, but they are more practical and undercut it on price, making them a strong choice.” — Consumer Guide
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A5 Performance
Test drivers note that the 2010 Audi A5 is not as sporty as luxury sports car rivals like the 2010 Porsche Cayman and 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. Still, many concede that it’s a thrilling performer. According to Car and Driver, the Audi A5 “traddles the line between sportiness and refinement with class and style.” Best of all, all-wheel drive is standard.
A5 Exterior
New for 2010, Audi adds a convertible trim to its classy A5 lineup — and reviewers are impressed. Road and Track writes: “The soft top on the Audi is so solid that it’s easy to forget it’s a convertible. And when you wish the top was down, it drops in a scant 14 seconds.”
A5 Interior
Auto writers admire the 2010 Audi A5′s comfy cabin and top-notch fit and finish. “More sporty than luxurious, but materials are of high quality throughout the cabin,” writes Consumer Guide. Critics also like the 2010 Audi A5′s modern expediency gadgets.
A5 Safety
The 2010 Audi A5 has not yet been crash tested by the federal government or insurance industry. However, it features loads of safety-enhancing technology including Crash Sensor, which helps keep passengers safe even after a crash has occurred.
A5 Reliability
The 2010 Audi A5 dependability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and reliability data from J.D. Power’s automotive studies, exclusively the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). Audi protects the 2010 Audi A5 with a four-year/50,000-mile warranty.
