Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A5
Power
211HP
Torque
350Nm
Consumption
7l/100
Emissions
149g/km
0-100 km/h
7.2s
Top Speed
245km/h
Weight
1575kg
Price
42,660€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
4 / 5 doors
480 L
61 L
155 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A5 Sportback 2.0 TFSI 211 CV (2012-2013)
General description
The 2012 Audi A5 Sportback is the embodiment of functional elegance. It's not just a car; it's a statement of intent that merges the passionate silhouette of a coupe with the versatility of a five-door sedan. A work of engineering and design conceived for those who refuse to choose between emotion and reason, offering a haven of luxury and sportiness on every journey.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is to feel the heart of the beast, a 211-horsepower 2.0 TFSI engine, come to life with an addictive smoothness and force. The thrust of its 350 Nm of torque from just 1500 rpm pins you to the seat, while the six-speed manual gearbox makes you the conductor of a precise and rewarding mechanical orchestra. Its chassis, with a multi-link suspension on both axles, carves through curves with superb composure, conveying a sense of control and poise that inspires confidence to devour miles relentlessly.
Design and aesthetics
The body of the A5 Sportback is a sculpture in motion. Its descending roofline flows with hypnotic grace to a short, muscular rear, creating a head-turning profile. It's a design that tricks the eye, hiding five doors in a pure coupe silhouette. Inside, the atmosphere is pure Audi: a sanctuary of noble materials, millimeter-perfect fits, and an enveloping ergonomics. Every button, every surface, whispers quality and makes you feel you are in a special place.
Technology and features
Beneath its timeless design skin, the 2012 A5 Sportback was already a technological showcase. The TFSI engine, with its direct injection and turbocharging, represented the forefront of efficiency and performance. It incorporated systems like Start-Stop to optimize fuel consumption in the city and an electric power steering that adapted to speed, offering smoothness in maneuvers and firmness on the highway. Although infotainment systems have evolved, those of this generation already laid the groundwork for the connectivity and intuitive control that define the brand.
Competition
In a market dominated by traditional sedans like the BMW 3 Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Audi A5 Sportback arrived to break the rules. It created its own niche, offering an alternative for those who desired the elegance of a coupe without giving up the practicality of rear doors. It was a pioneer that forced its competitors to react, inspiring the arrival of models like the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé years later.
Conclusion
The Audi A5 Sportback 2.0 TFSI is much more than the sum of its parts. It is a car that captivates with its aesthetics and convinces with its dynamics and versatility. It represents an almost perfect balance between the passion for driving, the pleasure of design, and the needs of daily life. A timeless choice that, more than a decade later, remains an object of desire and a benchmark for how a car can be beautiful, exciting, and practical all at once.