Overview & Reviews

For 2011, the Audi A5 Quattro gets an optional eight-speed automatic in place of its old six-speed. The 3.2-liter V6 has been discontinued. A new Titanium Sport package adds black trim and 19-inch wheels to the regular Sport package, while the Prestige trim picks up a standard rearview camera and parking sensors, plus an optional power rear-window shade. The Driver Assist package has been discontinued, but blind-spot warning becomes a stand-alone option in its place. HD radio is now included with the Navigation package.

• Classy styling
• Frugal fuel economy
• Available all-wheel drive.
• Confident handling
• Uptown interior

• Acceleration not as quick as many rivals.
• Unintuitive control layout
• Quirky steering feel

User Reviews:

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  Car has it all - 2011 Audi A5
  By mbanyc - May 1 - 9:59 am

  Well first of all, its drop-dead gorgeous. Amazing Deep Sea Blue paint, although I personally think the curves show up better with the lighter colors. Seats are comfortable, but still could us more lateral support. 8 speed auto with the 2.0T is super-smooth, and sneaky fast, (although its no M3-beater). But so what! Its a hoot to drive, comfortable without being cushy, and it gets a few more mpg than the 3.2 Id been driving. Was concerned about a going to a 4 cylinder, but this engine is really special. A major improvement over the 08 2.0T that I didnt even consider. Cant wait to get it on a twisty back road!

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  45 days into the car A5 Coup - 2011 Audi A5
  By ginter1 - April 26 - 12:26 pm

  This is my third Audi. Ive been through 3 Lexus and 3 MB before I jumped into Audi. I must say up front I loved my 2007 A4 and thought with the kids out of the house it was time to drive a coup. I never had a single issue with my A4 Cabrio ( that I still own ) or my A4 sedan. The A5 has a bit of a different story. Right off the bat 3 defective tires. I kid you not and it took 4 days for Audi to approve their replacement. Besides this little hi-cup the car is a beauty. Feels great , great MPG and enough pep to run with the rest. Sporty steering wheel but if they tell you you can fit someone in the back seat forget it. Ill love the car for the 3 years until the lease is up. Then back to A4.

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  Excellent Value! - 2011 Audi A5
  By mps_ - April 12 - 8:52 pm

  Have been driving my A5 for 5 months now and I still love it. It has decent engine power, although I would not classify it as sports car class. The handling on the other handling is excellent and extremely confident in the corners at speed. My car get 34mpg on the highway as well! I dont think there is a car on the road that is this efficient, fun to drive, and great looking. If you are looking for real sports car acceleration go for the S5.

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  Worth the wait - 2011 Audi A5
  By rs691919 - March 22 - 2:25 pm

  It took almost five months to receive the car, but I took delivery last Friday. I was apprehensive about the 4 cyl engine, but now 200 miles in I love it. It is smooth and yet has enough power for a driver who is not looking to set speed records. There is a slight turbo lag, but it doesnt bother me one bit. The engine sound isnt brawny, but I just turn the music up so I cant hear it anyway! The design, both exterior and interior, is immaculate. It is truly a joy to drive, and even my eight year old son keeps running into the garage to sneak peeks in it. I also feel the Prestige package is worth it for the smart key alone.

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  a slug - 2011 Audi A5
  By windrift1 - March 7 - 5:21 pm

  looks great, fun to drive when at speed. but it is a total slug when taking off from a stop. There is virtually no response to the accelerator, sometimes it even shutters. I felt safer merging into tight traffic in my 2002 turbo diesel beetle. Also, the doors are so heavy that, when you throw them open to exit, they always close on you. The dealer says that the acceleration is normal for the cvt transmission.

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  1st Month with A5 Cabrio - 2011 Audi A5
  By mssaulnj1 - December 28 - 5:57 pm

  This car is great. It drives as good as it looks. I got the car in the winter in the North East. It handles very well in snow. Cant wait until spring when can put the top down...will feel like new car.

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  Worth It - 2011 Audi A5
  By Mike - December 5 - 2:00 am

  Wow! I wanted a nice refined coupe to transition to from my 97 4Runner as my daily driver to ease my commute, and I am over the moon with this car. Initially I had some worries about Audis spotty quality record, but the past 2.5 months have been reassuring. The 2.OT has more than enough pep for me right now, the interior is museum- quality, and the exterior design is drool-inducing. 99.9% of the amenities are well thought out and well implemented. Fuel economy with premium fuel is a bit less than I hoped (22mpg mixed, but as high as 29 on a clear hwy) given everything else this car has, I have had NO twinges of buyers remorse. I look forward to another 15+ years with this car.

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  A Head Turner Without Question - 2011 Audi A5
  By Rory - December 2 - 2:00 am

  A tried and true BMW owner for the last 8 years, I decided to look at other options after I found the BMW dealers in my area arrogant and overpriced. I researched a number of Audi models including S4, A5 and S5. Being a cabriolet and performance fan, I was intrigued by the S5 Cab. Audis do not have a hardtop, so I was immediately turned off and then considered the coupe instead, as noise was a factor. I eventually settled on the A5 coupe with a premium package. Aside from the S package, this is the only upgrade you can get in Canada. However, this car is a pleasure to drive, it has more power than I thought, and is beautifully appointed both from a technology and aestetics perspective.

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  The Car Everyone Wants - Literally - 2011 Audi A5
  By trakkarclay - November 14 - 2:00 am

  Has to be one of the most spirited 4-cylinder cars on the road. It prefers to drive fast with lots of torque to bring in the turbocharger. However, when driving residential it is a bit sluggish off the line. It feels like it starts in 3rd to save gas. If you have the Sport package, you can put it in tiptronic mode and shift the gears, which gives it more pick up.

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  So Far So Good - 2011 Audi A5
  By Andy - November 7 - 1:00 am

  I took delivery of the car two days ago and have enjoyed every minute in it. I look forward to starting the engine every morning. The car is VERY smooth, tightly assembled, well appointed, and really just a well built automobile. We looked at BMW, Volvo, & Lexus. The A5 won us over. Fun to drive, looks great outside & in, car is full of features and even plenty of room for a 4 yr old.