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Audi introduced an upgraded line A5
In Ingolstadt, prepare a set of changes to its model of the family Audi A5. It is expected that modernization will undergo exterior as well as gamma motor and chassis tuning. The Audi says that the most sought speakers for increased efficiency. Coupe, convertible and five-door hatchback Audi A5 will get a new head optics with LEDs, the modified bumper and new grille - should bring a facelift to the exterior appearance of A5 models that came later. Among them are called A1, A8, and, of course, A6. Interior A5 dignify with a new steering wheel, gearshift, streamlined interface and new MMI finishing materials. The base powertrain for the family is now seen petrol 1,8 TFSI, which, when increased from 158 to 168 horsepower reduced fuel consumption and harmful emissions. The most affordable diesel engine is a 175-strong 2,0 TDI. Motors aggregated with 6-speed manual gearbox. In addition, the promised three-liter and two versions of diesel engines with varying degrees of forcing, 201 or 242 horsepower. In Ingolstadt slightly reconfigured rear suspension A5 and use other shocks, in order to "make more accurate management and increase comfort." For the sake of the same goal modernized electromechanical power steering and the proposed new wheels. The standard A5 comes with 17-inch, and the wheels dimension until the R20 is available as an option. Did not pass the process of modernization and the hottest model in the family - S5. Now the coupe and convertible are equipped with a three-liter turbo-V6, develops a 333-horsepower. According to the developers, despite the small loss in power (the current 4.2-liter engine develops 354 hp), the new engine more economical as much as 20%. At the same time it allows you to accelerate to 100 km / h in 4.9 seconds, while the current S5 is doing the same at 0.2 seconds slower. European dealers will begin taking orders for the new Audi A5 in early September, and the emergence of commercial vehicles should wait for the end of this year.
