New Audi A5 Announced To Replace A4

Audi has just released detailed information about its newest model, the A5, which replaces the A4 in the current lineup of sedans. Here is a rundown of the model’s features.

Design and Proportions

• Sporty and Premium: Redesigned with a dynamic and muscular exterior.
• Sedan and Avant: Both body styles embody Audi’s sporty design philosophy.
• Modified Proportions: Longer wheelbase, larger wheels, and a low, sporty body.
• Distinctive Features: Wide Singleframe grille, slim headlights, sculptural rear design, and optional digital light signatures.

Interior and Technology

• Human-Centric Design: Focused on user needs with a generous sense of space.
• Digital Stage: Audi MMI displays, including a curved 11.9-inch virtual cockpit and a 14.5-inch touch display.
• Passenger Display: Optional 10.9-inch screen integrated into the dashboard.
• Enhanced Head-Up Display: Configurable for vehicle and infotainment functions.
• Material Driven Design: High comfort and clear layout for visual clarity.
• Dynamic Interaction Light: Supports interaction between car and occupants.

Electronic Architecture

• E³ Version 1.2: Provides a seamless user experience and integrates into digital ecosystems.
• Advanced Connectivity: Personal connectivity experience with the new operating concept.

Powertrains and Efficiency

• MHEV Plus Technology: Partially electric driving with a 48-volt system, reducing CO2 emissions and enhancing performance.
• Powertrain Generator (PTG): Adds up to 18 kW of electric power and enables regenerative braking.
• Efficient Engines: Range from 2.0 TFSI to 3.0 V6 TFSI, with options for front-wheel drive or quattro.
• Turbocharger with Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG): Increases efficiency and performance.

Suspension and Handling

• Adaptive Dampers: Optional suspension can be adjusted for comfort or sportiness.
• Progressive Steering: More precise and responsive, enhancing driving dynamics.

Market Launch and Availability

• European Launch: November 2024, with orders starting in Germany in July 2024.
• Pricing: Audi A5 Sedan TFSI 110 kW starts at EUR 45,200 in Germany, including standard navigation, an electric rear hatch, and inductive charging.

According to the brand, the new Audi A5 models combine sporty design with advanced technology and efficient powertrains, enhancing both performance and comfort.