Few cars embody the ease of summer as skillfully as the Audi A5 Cabriolet. Soon it will no longer be produced and that's a shame.
When we took delivery of our «Audi A5 Cabriolet 40 TFSI S line», we already sensed it might be a farewell tour. The convertible variant is set to be discontinued with the upcoming introduction of the new A5 generation later this year.
It's a pity because it's truly the perfect car for summer drives.
Well-Tuned Sportiness
Powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder TFSI engine, it strikes the ideal balance for those who want to move briskly without seeing driving as a pursuit of performance and racing. The all-wheel drive ensures stable traction on the road.
The key word here is ease. Beyond its friendly exterior dimensions (length: 4.7 meters, width: 1.8 meters), the A5 Cabriolet is a pleasure to drive. Its weight of 1770 kilograms is considered quite favorable.
Joyful Open-Top Experience
At least by today's standards. In an era of advancing electrification, cars tend to put on more weight. This is noticeable across all aspects of driving dynamics. In the «A5 Cabriolet,» the centrifugal and braking forces feel less aggressive compared to many modern electric vehicles.
Technology and beautiful design (Image: Audi)
With its 150 kilowatts (204 horsepower) engine, the Cabriolet glides seemingly weightlessly through its surroundings. This sensation of effortless driving is accentuated by excellent road grip, thanks to «Quattro,» and the open convertible top: blurring the boundary between «inside» and «outside» triggers the summer's serotonin rush.
Elegant Engineering
It's a car you willingly entrust yourself to, with solid German engineering showcased in every aspect, elegantly crafted.
In terms of comfort and connectivity, the «A5 Cabriolet» offers everything expected of a modern vehicle. Smartphone integration, in our case with Android Auto, proceeds seamlessly without disruptions.
While a USB-C slot would be a welcomed addition, the presence of older, larger USB ports imbues any object with a sense of antiquity today. Yet, with wireless functionality approaching perfection, who needs cables anyway?
Overall, finews.asia concludes: Enthusiasts of relaxed convertible driving should seize the opportunity with the Audi A5 Cabriolet 40 TFSI S line» while they still can. Prices start from 71,000 Swiss francs ($79,147).
