A5/S5/RS5 Audi A5 Cabrio (spy pics, info, discussion)
bmer
Tire Trailblazer
Re: Audi A5 cabrio (discussion thread I)
Agreed on everything you said there. Coupe for me too.
Looking very nice...
Still, i'm not a fan of cabrios, so no thanks! Coupe for me!
Agreed on everything you said there. Coupe for me too.
Bartek S.
Aerodynamic Ace
Re: Audi A5 cabrio (spy pics, info, discussion) - part 1
More info: Audi A5 Convertible gets ready for Geneva debut
A prototype of the Audi A5 Convertible has been spotted testing around the company’s headquarters recently. The A5 Convertible will go on sale next year going head-to-head with the BMW 328i Convertible. The A5 Convertible will be directly followed by the Audi S5 Convertible that will compete with the BMW 335i Convertible.
However, unlike the 3-Series Convertible, the Audi A5 and S5 Convertible will have electric soft-tops to keep the weight down. AutoExpress says that the Audi Convertible should still be practical offering plenty of luggage space.
The A5 Convertible is expected to be powered by the same 3.2 liter FSI V6 unit plus the two 2.7 liter and 3.0 liter TDI diesels.
An official debut is expected at the Geneva Motor Show in March of 2008. Pricing is estimated at £33,000.
More info: Audi A5 Convertible gets ready for Geneva debut
A prototype of the Audi A5 Convertible has been spotted testing around the company’s headquarters recently. The A5 Convertible will go on sale next year going head-to-head with the BMW 328i Convertible. The A5 Convertible will be directly followed by the Audi S5 Convertible that will compete with the BMW 335i Convertible.
However, unlike the 3-Series Convertible, the Audi A5 and S5 Convertible will have electric soft-tops to keep the weight down. AutoExpress says that the Audi Convertible should still be practical offering plenty of luggage space.
The A5 Convertible is expected to be powered by the same 3.2 liter FSI V6 unit plus the two 2.7 liter and 3.0 liter TDI diesels.
An official debut is expected at the Geneva Motor Show in March of 2008. Pricing is estimated at £33,000.
Bartek S.
Aerodynamic Ace
Preview: Audi A5 Cabrio headed to Paris Motor Show
Audi has confirmed production of its A4 cabrio will come to an end later this year and will be replaced early next year by the all-new A5 cabrio. Unlike the previous A4 version, which was built by Karmann, the new A5 drop-top will be built by Audi at its Neckarsulm plant in Germany alongside the coupe.
Unlike its 3-series rival from BMW, Audi will likely employ a lightweight canvas roof for its new convertible that will save both on costs as well as storage space. Expect the cabrio to be powered by the same engines as found in the coupe, which means the latest FSI and TDI engines, with output ranging from 125 to 195kW (170 to 265hp). There’s also likely to be V8 powered S5 and RS5 performance models as well.
The base model will remain FWD but AWD variants will feature latest quattro torque vectoring systems, which distribute drive individually between each axle and between the rear wheels for improved traction and stability. Audi’s new seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch gearbox should also feature in the new model.
A total of 28,000 A5 cabrios will be produced in the first year of production and pricing is expected to start at €37,000 in Europe. Expect to see it at the Paris Motor Show in October before its sales launch early next year.
Audi has confirmed production of its A4 cabrio will come to an end later this year and will be replaced early next year by the all-new A5 cabrio. Unlike the previous A4 version, which was built by Karmann, the new A5 drop-top will be built by Audi at its Neckarsulm plant in Germany alongside the coupe.
Unlike its 3-series rival from BMW, Audi will likely employ a lightweight canvas roof for its new convertible that will save both on costs as well as storage space. Expect the cabrio to be powered by the same engines as found in the coupe, which means the latest FSI and TDI engines, with output ranging from 125 to 195kW (170 to 265hp). There’s also likely to be V8 powered S5 and RS5 performance models as well.
The base model will remain FWD but AWD variants will feature latest quattro torque vectoring systems, which distribute drive individually between each axle and between the rear wheels for improved traction and stability. Audi’s new seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch gearbox should also feature in the new model.
A total of 28,000 A5 cabrios will be produced in the first year of production and pricing is expected to start at €37,000 in Europe. Expect to see it at the Paris Motor Show in October before its sales launch early next year.
PanterroR
Lap Time Luminary
Audi expected to introduce A5/S5 cabrio next year
Audi is intent on leaving no niche unfilled and the word from Inside Line is that the automaker is planning to unveil a cabrio variant of its A5 and S5 coupes. The convertible versions of the A5 and S5 won't be fitted with the folding hardtops that have become de rigueur among its luxury competitors, so expect a similar soft-top system to that found on the A4/S4/RS4 cabrio and TT roadster. Power will be provided by either the 265-hp, 3.2-liter V6 or the 354-hp 4.2-liter V8 found in the A5 and S5, respectively. Expect the new cabrios to debut later this year or early next, with sales beginning in the spring of 2009.
Source: Autoblog via Edmunds - Inside Line
Audi is intent on leaving no niche unfilled and the word from Inside Line is that the automaker is planning to unveil a cabrio variant of its A5 and S5 coupes. The convertible versions of the A5 and S5 won't be fitted with the folding hardtops that have become de rigueur among its luxury competitors, so expect a similar soft-top system to that found on the A4/S4/RS4 cabrio and TT roadster. Power will be provided by either the 265-hp, 3.2-liter V6 or the 354-hp 4.2-liter V8 found in the A5 and S5, respectively. Expect the new cabrios to debut later this year or early next, with sales beginning in the spring of 2009.
Source: Autoblog via Edmunds - Inside Line
VroomVroom
Autotechnik Ace
The roof looks quite good so far
A black S5 Cabriolet with brown/cinnamon leather interior ,brushed aluminion inserts would just be amazing! especially with the roof down and hearing that 4.2 V8 rumble and rawr
A black S5 Cabriolet with brown/cinnamon leather interior ,brushed aluminion inserts would just be amazing! especially with the roof down and hearing that 4.2 V8 rumble and rawr
bmer
Tire Trailblazer
Is that an A5 Cabrio (finished in White) ? on the Audi stand?
So you're in Paris, I assume?
Have you seen any other interesting models from competitors?
DaSilva
Autotechnik Ace
Is that an A5 Cabrio (finished in White) ? on the Audi stand?
Very funny SCOTT27
Well I am glad Audi finally is bringing out the car...
I am sure I want one of those!
klier
Premium
I see I said it in februari already, but I still feel the same way: the cloth roof looks awesome.
I in fact really hope the next gen 3er cabrio is fitted with one as well again. A folding hartop becomes too heavy and complicated when it has to be a roof for four instead of two. A hardtop does look good on cars like the SLK, Z4 and SL (two seaters)
I in fact really hope the next gen 3er cabrio is fitted with one as well again. A folding hartop becomes too heavy and complicated when it has to be a roof for four instead of two. A hardtop does look good on cars like the SLK, Z4 and SL (two seaters)
VroomVroom
Autotechnik Ace
That is hot!!!
This car will be such a look when released!
This car will be such a look when released!
Merc1
Premium
Oh yes this is going to be a hot one. Looks production ready, so maybe we'll see it next month at the L.A. show!
http://www.worldcarfans.com/9081017.001/audi-s5-convertible-finally-spied-in-the-open
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