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Tarek · 08-29-2007, 02:23 PM

The A5 is an A4 coupe in my eyes!

Bruce · 08-29-2007, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by EnI

Yeah, we marketing guys are usually full of BS. But it seems most people like BS.

Therefore BMW are selling SAVs instead SUVs, MB 4dr coupes instead of sedans, and tourers instead of (mini-)vans. RR offers Drophead Coupe instead of Convertible. And Audi A5 instead of A4 coupe (same with BMW's X6 = X5 coupe). Etc. Numerous examples out there.

Viva la marketing.

Just like the cosmetics industry: packing a product in a new packaging, changing the fragrance, and then claiming with big mouths: NEW FORMULA! Yeah, sure.

Indeed. Those bloody bullshit artists.

vedjo01 · 08-29-2007, 06:25 PM

I´m pretty sure that Audi intented A5 to be an seperate model to begin with..Now,when I see new A4(B8),I can´t tell that is the case

.They look like egg to an egg IMO.That fact isn´t to be considered to be wrong or bad,whatever,but it is still a fact.In fact,I like both models,really,But,is it deserve separate label,I would say NO.A4 Coupe sounds more like it,and I don´t see anything wrong about it

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PanterroR · 08-30-2007, 03:48 AM

A4 Coupe. Oh, and Martin, look at this:

A lot of difference, if you don't mind.

And now you can do the same with A4 & A5. They only different thing that you'll find is the lack of 2 doors on A5.

Don't get me wrong, that's not a bad thing since they both look stunning, but it's the fact - A5 is a 2 door A4 and should be called A4 coupe, imo. You don't have to agree with me of course.

Tumbo · 08-30-2007, 05:53 PM

Absolutely. It's definitely a stand alone model.

klier · 08-30-2007, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Audiholic

Absolutely. It's definitely a stand alone model.

In what way? Having two doors less?

But I don't care at all. It's all marketing anyways. I like A5 way more than A4 coupe. Just like I wouldn't mind BMW calling the 3er coupe 4-series (like they call 5er coupe 6-series)...the only mayor problem there is the M3 name obviously.

EnI · 08-30-2007, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by klier

Just like I wouldn't mind BMW calling the 3er coupe 4-series (like they call 5er coupe 6-series)...the only mayor problem there is the M3 name obviously.

I've also heard some weird explanations as well why 4er label was dropped.

Eg. "Vierer" pronunciation too similar to "Fuehrer".
Also: in Japanese language 4 has the same pronunciation as their word for "death".

Simlar case with 2er. Hint: BMW 2-series = BMW too serious.

But I guess that's just BS.

Mr. M · 08-31-2007, 01:02 AM

I don't know. I prefer a A4 coupé tag, it seems more appropriate. People now would be wondering where the A4 cabriolet went to...

On the other hand, the A5 tag allows Audi to market the A5 coupé and (possibly) cabriolet higher than the A4. Which allows people's perception of it being an A4 coupé to be discarded, allowing the A5 to compete with the higher echelons...

klier · 08-31-2007, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by EnI

I've also heard some weird explanations as well why 4er label was dropped.

Eg. "Vierer" pronunciation too similar to "Fuehrer".
Also: in Japanese language 4 has the same pronunciation as their word for "death".

Simlar case with 2er. Hint: BMW 2-series = BMW too serious.

But I guess that's just BS.

And the 6er sounds too much like 'sex'. I think it's BS too.

viciaudi · 09-01-2007, 01:15 AM

I'm too don't expected that the A4 and A5 will be so seemed.
But now, although a4/a5 to lose its proper characteristics, that images of preview of A4 b8 looks great

Deutsch · 09-01-2007, 01:37 AM

It seems like you always have something negative to say for almost every single Audi product Eni. To each his own.

I have to agree that this idea is pretty silly, indeed. The A5 is essentially an A4 coupe, that we've known long before the actual car was released(not to mention the name). So saying does it "deserve to wear a separate 'label'?" is trite, in combination with your constant Audi bashing. Not every car company works like BMW, however successful the company may be.

PanterroR · 02-27-2008, 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by monstamaticCRO

you have an excellent point there man,a4 and a5 arent the same cars,and this b...h eni doesnt seem to see it

Read the forum rules, my fellow Croat! Only second post of yours, without personal introduction and immediate attack on the member of the staff! That is not tolerated here and you know what can happen!

Friendly advice: read the forum rules and behave properly!

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