We've already driven the new Audi A5 Sportback – complimentary its quality interior, refined cabin and sleek engine. currently it’s the flip of the harder S5 Sportback, complete with its new turbocharged three.0-litre V6 and vary of delicate however showy upgrades.
2016 Audi S5 Sportback
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| 2016 Audi S5 |
Like the A5 Sportback, the S5 options several of constant cosmetic changes that differentiate the new model from its forerunner. It gets constant wider grille and diode headlights, further AN identically sculptured bonnet and sharp profile. The bumpers area unit slightly additional aggressive than on the quality automotive, whereas the lower suspension provides the S5 a squatter stance. a group of 19-inch wheels and quad tailpipes complete the design.
Inside, the S5 gains upgrades from the quality A5’s luxurious cabin with Fine Nappa animal skin and ‘S super’ sports seats. It’s a wonderful place to take a seat, with each surface lined in luxurious dupe materials. All cars conjointly get the brand’s MMI navigation and with a three-year subscription to Audi Connect, whereas the sensible Virtual Cockpit dials area unit a £250 choice. In our opinion, that’s money well spent.
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It’s under it chiselled bonnet wherever the most important changes happen, however. Gone is that the recent supercharged V6 – in favour of a additional powerful and additional economical turbocharged version.
Just as they did with the S5 automobile, engineers have boosted power to 349bhp (up by 21bhp), whereas force jumps from 440Nm to 500Nm. Before, that slug came in at two,900rpm, however currently it’s out there from simply one,370rpm, creating the S5 feel speedy in each gear – charging to the line from implausibly low revs.
Speaking of gears, Audi has opted for AN eight-speed converter machine within the S5 instead of the acquainted dual-clutch setup found elsewhere within the vary. You’d assume this may hinder the Sportback’s progress, however it manages to slur changes with outstanding potency – shift cogs in a moment and ne'er deed you wanting. As before, you'll head exploitation the steering wheel-mounted paddles, adding a bigger degree of immersion within the driving expertise.
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The sports exhaust sounds notably fruity, too. We’re told there’s no artificial sound augmentation – and below full throttle there’s a delightful note from the rear. Bosses say they’ve fitted a tool below the dashboard that improves resonance, however the aural feedback feels quite natural. Place the automotive in Dynamic mode and everything tightens up – creating the automotive seem additional nimble on the limit. There’s still lots of grip, whereas the nonmandatory (£900) adaptative dampers permit a firm however snug ride.
Inside, the S5 gains upgrades from the quality A5’s luxurious cabin with Fine Nappa animal skin and ‘S super’ sports seats. It’s a wonderful place to take a seat, with each surface lined in luxurious dupe materials. All cars conjointly get the brand’s MMI navigation and with a three-year subscription to Audi Connect, whereas the sensible Virtual Cockpit dials area unit a £250 choice. In our opinion, that’s money well spent.
• New Audi A5 Sportback review
It’s under it chiselled bonnet wherever the most important changes happen, however. Gone is that the recent supercharged V6 – in favour of a additional powerful and additional economical turbocharged version.
Just as they did with the S5 automobile, engineers have boosted power to 349bhp (up by 21bhp), whereas force jumps from 440Nm to 500Nm. Before, that slug came in at two,900rpm, however currently it’s out there from simply one,370rpm, creating the S5 feel speedy in each gear – charging to the line from implausibly low revs.
Speaking of gears, Audi has opted for AN eight-speed converter machine within the S5 instead of the acquainted dual-clutch setup found elsewhere within the vary. You’d assume this may hinder the Sportback’s progress, however it manages to slur changes with outstanding potency – shift cogs in a moment and ne'er deed you wanting. As before, you'll head exploitation the steering wheel-mounted paddles, adding a bigger degree of immersion within the driving expertise.
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The sports exhaust sounds notably fruity, too. We’re told there’s no artificial sound augmentation – and below full throttle there’s a delightful note from the rear. Bosses say they’ve fitted a tool below the dashboard that improves resonance, however the aural feedback feels quite natural. Place the automotive in Dynamic mode and everything tightens up – creating the automotive seem additional nimble on the limit. There’s still lots of grip, whereas the nonmandatory (£900) adaptative dampers permit a firm however snug ride.
