2008 Audi A5: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $39,900 - $51,800
- Invoice: $37,108 - $48,175
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2008 Audi A5. See if the 2008 Audi A5 is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | Audi S5 |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | S5 |
| Arrival Date: | 11/21/2007 |
| Engine: | dohc V8 |
| Bodystyle | 2-door coupe |
| Transmission: | 6-speed manual |
| 4WD/AWD: | Yes |
| Base Price: | 50,500 |
| Price as Tested: | 59,015 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 2252 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 9779 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 7527 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 57.129 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 19.52 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
Phantom Black Pearl Paint, Audi Navigation Plus, Technology Package (Audi Rear Parking System w/Rearview Camera, Adaptive Headlights), Premium Sound System, Stainless Steel Interior Trim
From the Back Seat
Don Sikora
The Audi S5 has the styling, performance, handling, and comfort for two to excel as a high-performance grand touring coupe. A lusty engine note, drop-dead good looks, pleasant expressway manners, and all-wheel drive add to the appeal.
Ed Piotrowski
There might not be a tremendously large market for personal luxury coupes, but Audi is ready to capture those buyers with the S5. This highly capable grand tourer is just as much at home on twisty roads as it is rolling down straight freeways. That's basically all anyone can ask of such vehicles.
Rick Cotta
Aggravating misuse of technology along with some lapses in convenience tarnish what is otherwise a glowing example of the modern luxury coupe. The Audi's trump card is its standard all-wheel drive, a feature offered only by the smaller BMW 328xi among direct competitors. If the svelte styling moves you and all-wheel drive is a benefit, the Audi's many positives will probably outweigh its unfortunate negatives.
Tom Appel
Such self indulgence. Our S5 was fast, cool looking, and really comfy. Sadly, we haven't driven the best of the lot, as our tester was shod with the optional ride-compromising 19-inch wheels and tires. Sure, $60,000 is a lot for a car. But is it too much for a hot coupe with a German V8 and a manual transmission? I'm not rich enough to say no, but I envy those of you who are.
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