2022 Audi A5

　　

2022 Audi A5 Review

byMichael CantuCorrespondent

　　Michael Cantu has worked in the automotive industry since 2014. He has written over 800 car-related articles and tested and reviewed over 100 vehicles over the course of his career. Michael is a contributor at zzdcar and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Digital Trends and InsideEVs. Michael was featured on a few InsideEVs YouTube channel videos on the topic of electric vehicles. Michael was a MotorTrend Car of the Year judge for 2019 and was a driver in MotorTrend's World's Greatest Drag Races 7 & 8.

　　The Audi A5 lineup offers three body styles to choose from: a sleek coupe, a versatile four-door hatchback (called Sportback), and a convertible with a power-folding soft top (Cabriolet). The lineup shares many of the same features with the A4 sedan it's based on. Very few automakers offer three body styles from a single model because coupes and convertibles aren't as popular as they once were.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Audi A5 Premium 4dr Hatchback AWD w/40 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$160/mo  for A5 Premium

　　A5 Premium

　　Premium 4dr Hatchback AWD w/40 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $43,900 MSRPPremium 2dr Convertible AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $52,200 MSRPPremium S line 4dr Hatchback AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $46,000 MSRPPremium S line 2dr Coupe AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $46,000 MSRPPremium Plus 4dr Hatchback AWD w/40 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $48,800 MSRPPremium Plus 2dr Convertible AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $57,100 MSRPPremium Plus S line 4dr Hatchback AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) (Most Popular) - $50,900 MSRPPremium Plus S line 2dr Coupe AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $50,900 MSRPPrestige 4dr Hatchback AWD w/40 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $54,500 MSRPPrestige 2dr Convertible AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $62,950 MSRPPrestige S line 2dr Coupe AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $55,450 MSRPPrestige S line 4dr Hatchback AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $55,750 MSRP

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　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　Depending on the body style, A5 buyers get a choice of one of two turbocharged four-cylinder engines (we review the higher-performance S5 and RS 5 models separately). Updates to optional packages and features are the only changes for the 2022 model year.

　　The 2022 Audi A5 lineup is great for those who want a sophisticated and sporty look without the flashiness seen in other premium brands. Owners will appreciate the interior's superb fit and finish, high-quality materials and the 10.1-inch touchscreen. Tech and advanced driver aids are plentiful and work well. The 45 TFSI engine provides strong power, and the A5 rides and handles well.

　　There are a couple of rivals worth checking out. The BMW 4 Series also offers three body styles and was just completely redesigned for the 2021 model year. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class gets a full redesign for 2022 as well, though Mercedes hadn't indicated at the time of our review whether that redesign will include new coupe and convertible versions as well. But even compared to the fresher competition, we think the A5 is a worthy pick.

　　

Which A5 does zzdcar recommend?

The midlevel Premium Plus trim is the one to get because it features the upgraded digital driver's display, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera system, and contents from the Convenience package. The Premium Plus also gets buyers access to optional interior and exterior design packages and optional features such as a Bang & Olufsen audio system and ventilated front seats.

　　

Audi A5 models

The 2022 Audi A5 comes in three body styles: coupe, convertible (called Cabriolet), and a four-door hatchback (called Sportback). Three trim levels are offered for each body style: the base Premium trim, the midlevel Premium Plus trim and the range-topping Prestige.

　　The coupe and convertible come with one engine choice: a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 261 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque (called 45 TFSI). The four-door hatchback can be equipped with the above engine or the base 40 TFSI engine, a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 201 hp and 236 lb-ft. A seven-speed automatic transmission sends power to an all-wheel-drive system regardless of engine or trim level.

　　Premium

　　The A5 Premium base trim comes with a generous amount of standard features. Highlights include:

　　18-inch alloy wheels LED headlights Heated side mirrors Panoramic sunroof (coupe and Sportback) Power liftgate (Sportback) Sport suspension (45 TFSI engine) Three-zone automatic climate control Leather upholstery Power-adjustable and heated front sport seats Ambient cabin lightingTechnology and safety features include:

　　10.1-inch central touchscreen 7.0-inch digital instrument panel display Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity Forward collision mitigation (warns you of impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)The optional Convenience package adds:

　　Auto-dimming and power-folding side mirrors Heated steering wheel Keyless entry Satellite radio Front and rear parking sensors Premium Plus

　　Moving up to the Premium Plus trim adds the features of the above Convenience package plus:

　　Upgraded LED headlights 12.3-inch digital instrument panel Driver's seat memory functions Faux leather-wrapped center console and armrests Wireless charging pad with a signal booster Satellite radio Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the A5 and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the A5 and the car in front) Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse) Lane keeping assist (steers the A5 back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)Prestige

　　The Prestige trim maxes out the tech and comfort features, including:

　　19-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium audio system Navigation system Heated rear seats (Sportback) Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield) Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)Additional packages and single feature options include:

　　Black Optic package (19-inch wheels, aluminum and black accents, red brake calipers) Ventilated front seats (standard on the Cabriolet Prestige trim)  19-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium audio system Rear side airbags (Sportback)

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