The 2024 Audi A5 Sportback is poised to be a dynamic blend of sleek style, potent performance, and everyday practicality.
Overview:
- Available in two trim levels: A5 Sportback and S5 Sportback
- Two powertrain options (rumored):
- Upgraded 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine potentially exceeding 261 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque (increase over 2023 model)
- 3.0L turbocharged V6 powering the S5 Sportback, potentially exceeding 362 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque (increase over 2023 model)
- 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with paddle shifters (expected)
- quattro all-wheel drive for superior grip and handling in any condition
- Adaptive dampers for a dynamic yet comfortable ride
Expected Key Specs:
- Horsepower: Potentially exceeding 261 hp (4-cylinder) and 362 hp (S5 V6)
- Torque: Potentially exceeding 273 lb-ft (4-cylinder) and 369 lb-ft (S5 V6)
- Acceleration: 0-60 mph likely to improve over the 2023 model's 5.7 seconds (4-cylinder) and 4.8 seconds (S5 V6)
- Top speed: Expected to remain electronically limited at 155 mph
- Fuel economy: Slight improvements over the 2023 model's 23 mpg city/31 mpg highway/26 mpg combined are possible
Price:
- A5 Sportback: $47,445 (with a potential slight increase)
- S5 Sportback: $58,445 (with a potential slight increase)
Similar Models:
- BMW M340i Gran Coupe: Offers comparable performance and luxury, but with a less spacious cargo area.
- Mercedes-AMG C 43 AMG: More powerful and luxurious than the A5 Sportback, but also more expensive.
- Porsche Panamera: More engaging to drive than the A5 Sportback, but with less rear-seat headroom and a higher price tag.
