Unveiled along with its sibling Audi S5 at the 2007 Geneva auto show in Switzerland, Audi A5 is an exceptional beauty. The all-new 2008 Audi A5 coupe has a sleek two-door body that seats four passengers. It has been designed and engineered with the muscular FSI engine, high-precision running gear, and a raft of innovative, luxury-class equipment features for the modern driver.
Powertrain and Performance
The 2008 A5 is powered by a 3.2-liter direct-injection V-6 that pumps 265 horsepower and sprints 0-60 mph in 6.1-seconds. A direct-injection turbocharged 1.8-liter Inline-four is also offered. The A5 is available with two transmission choices: a six-speed manual gearbox and a continuously variable multi-tronic automatic (CVT). A front-wheel-drive and Audi’s quattro all-wheel-drive configurations are also available as options.
Build and Styling
At both the front and rear of the 2008 A5, the primary components of the suspension are made of aluminum. The front suspension features double wishbones. A keyless entry, 17-inch alloy wheels along with automatic air conditioning, integral MMI information and operating system, audio system with CD player and separate screen, and power-opening trunk lid are some standard A5 comfort features. The new comfort key and the electromechanical parking brake also figure in the standard package.
Safety Features
The 2008 A5 is equipped with six standard airbags that include the front and side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags for both rows. Four-wheel-disc anti-lock brakes, traction control, and an electronic stability system are other standard safety technologies. The A5 features a revised design that moves the engine farther back for better balance and allows it to meet pedestrian crash safety standards.
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