A5/S5/RS5 Audi A5 Cabrio (spy pics, info, discussion)
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Tire Trailblazer
Re: A5 cab discussion thread I
The A5 cab. will replace the A4 cab. Remember that the A5 is essentially a coupe version of the B8 A4.
The A5 cab. will replace the A4 cab. Remember that the A5 is essentially a coupe version of the B8 A4.
SDNR
Kraftwagen König
Re: A5 cab discussion thread I
This does seem to be the trend ...and I think BMW have been the ones to start it among the German companies. Rather than just offer other body-types of the same vehicle (like in the past), each model gets it own identity -- like the BMW convertible has a distinctive character ..it's not just a Coupé with its roof chopped off -- same with the VW Eos ..and the new S class convertible will also have its own distinctive character (as in the ODC).
I would suspect that maybe the convertible version of the A5 will also have some distinctive styling, different from the coupé, to give it a unique character.
This does seem to be the trend ...and I think BMW have been the ones to start it among the German companies. Rather than just offer other body-types of the same vehicle (like in the past), each model gets it own identity -- like the BMW convertible has a distinctive character ..it's not just a Coupé with its roof chopped off -- same with the VW Eos ..and the new S class convertible will also have its own distinctive character (as in the ODC).
I would suspect that maybe the convertible version of the A5 will also have some distinctive styling, different from the coupé, to give it a unique character.
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Tire Trailblazer
Re: A5 cab discussion thread I
I really wouldn't expect that much differentiation between the A5 coupe and convertible. If you want to get a better idea of what I have in mind take a look at the MK2 TT coupe and convertible, there are only subtle differences noted around the rear that exist only to make up for the lack of a fixed roof.
I really wouldn't expect that much differentiation between the A5 coupe and convertible. If you want to get a better idea of what I have in mind take a look at the MK2 TT coupe and convertible, there are only subtle differences noted around the rear that exist only to make up for the lack of a fixed roof.
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Re: A5 cab discussion thread I
You know... I've found myself to be quite board w/ the design of the W221 as well. I saw one this morning as I was getting into my car heading out for the day... nothing too remarkable about it other than the wheels. All the exaggerated shapes will wear quickly, especially those huge wheel flares. I think Audi's (the new crop) will end up looking much like Italian classic exotics today, tomorrow.
You know... I've found myself to be quite board w/ the design of the W221 as well. I saw one this morning as I was getting into my car heading out for the day... nothing too remarkable about it other than the wheels. All the exaggerated shapes will wear quickly, especially those huge wheel flares. I think Audi's (the new crop) will end up looking much like Italian classic exotics today, tomorrow.
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Bartek S.
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Re: Audi A5 cabrio (discussion thread I)
Audi A5 Convertible and Station Wagon in the work
As you allready know, Audi has announced that they will double the line-up by 2015, this means that around 18 new models will be add to the current 22 models. Some of them are the Q5, The R4, A1 and A7.
And according to the german magazine Autobild, Audi will also launch station wagon and convertible versions for the newly launched A5 and S5. The A5 Convertible will be launched in November 2008 and the A5 Station Wagon in April 2009.
Audi A5 Convertible and Station Wagon in the work - Top Speed
Audi A5 Convertible and Station Wagon in the work
As you allready know, Audi has announced that they will double the line-up by 2015, this means that around 18 new models will be add to the current 22 models. Some of them are the Q5, The R4, A1 and A7.
And according to the german magazine Autobild, Audi will also launch station wagon and convertible versions for the newly launched A5 and S5. The A5 Convertible will be launched in November 2008 and the A5 Station Wagon in April 2009.
Audi A5 Convertible and Station Wagon in the work - Top Speed
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Re: Audi A5 cabrio (discussion thread I)
It looks really good.
It looks really good.
PanterroR
Lap Time Luminary
Re: Audi A5 cabrio (discussion thread I)
If i remember good, you like RS4 cabrio more than the sedan, right Marcus?
Anyhow, i like it (A5 cabrio).
If i remember good, you like RS4 cabrio more than the sedan, right Marcus?
Anyhow, i like it (A5 cabrio).
Merc1
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Re: Audi A5 cabrio (discussion thread I)
That is correct, the RS4 Cabrio is to die for! It doesn't pass some of our regulations here in the U.S. so we don't get it, a pity.
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If i remember good, you like RS4 cabrio more than the sedan, right Marcus?
Anyhow, i like it (A5 cabrio).
That is correct, the RS4 Cabrio is to die for! It doesn't pass some of our regulations here in the U.S. so we don't get it, a pity.
M
Re: Audi A5 cabrio (discussion thread I)
Audi A5 Cabrio: Another artist's impression
We found another artist's impression on how the Audi A5 convertible might look like.
The new cabrio's equipment list is expected to mirror the coupe's specifications. The standard engine will be Audi's 3.2-liter FSI V6, and European-spec A5s will likely get a four-cylinder and a pair of diesel sixes. Equipped with variable valve lift, the 3.2-liter V6 is capable of 262 horsepower and 243 pound-feet of torque. Both a six-speed manual and a CVT (continuously variable transmission) are available in the A5 coupe.
Audi A5 Cabrio: Another artist's impression
We found another artist's impression on how the Audi A5 convertible might look like.
The new cabrio's equipment list is expected to mirror the coupe's specifications. The standard engine will be Audi's 3.2-liter FSI V6, and European-spec A5s will likely get a four-cylinder and a pair of diesel sixes. Equipped with variable valve lift, the 3.2-liter V6 is capable of 262 horsepower and 243 pound-feet of torque. Both a six-speed manual and a CVT (continuously variable transmission) are available in the A5 coupe.
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