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The 2017 Audi A5 Coupé is available in two trims. The first is the A5 Sport Manual, and the other is the A5 Sport Tiptronic. The base trim, which is the Sport Manual, is available for a price of $41,150, while the fancier Sport Tiptronic is available at just $1,000 more than the base trim. However, both the trims come equipped with 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engines, paired with Audi’s clever all-wheel-drive system. The following table gives an overview of all the trims and features offered with the 2017 Audi A5 Coupé.

The difference between the trims is the different transmissions available in them. The A5 Sport Manual, as its name suggests is available with 6 manual speed transmission. On the other hand, the Sport Tiptronic has an 8-speed automatic Tiptronic speed transmission. This latter transmission lets the driver override the automatic mode with ease.

2017 Audi A5 Coupé Buying Advice

We recommend For those who have a craze for a sports car, you can go for the manual trim. But if you want it to be your luxury car, you can always pay a $1,000 extra and go for the Sport Tiptronic for a more smooth and easy ride.

The 2017 Audi A5 Coupé is powered by a 2.0 Liter turbocharged 4 cylinder inline engine. This engine has a capability of producing a horsepower of 220hp and a torque of 258 lb-ft. So, it can be said that though this engine is not very powerful, it's adequate enough to make it a sports car. Apart from this, the engine is paired with an All-Wheel-Drive system that makes your ride smooth on all roads.

However, it is available with two transmissions that becomes a differentiating factor between its trims. While the base trim is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission, its higher trim is equipped with an 8-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission.

The 2017 Audi A5 Coupé is not so powerful as compared to its competitors i.e., BMW 430i xDrive Coupé and Mercedes-Benz C300 Coupé. However, its torque is comparative to that of the BMW 430i xDrive Coupé.

2017 Audi A5 Coupé Acceleration and Braking

The 2017 A5 Coupé has a sluggish acceleration. The base trim reaches a speed of 60 MPH in 6.3 seconds and crosses the quarter milestone in 14.9 seconds. In fact, even the Tiptronic trim takes 6.1 seconds to accelerate to a speed of 60 MPH.

The A5 Coupé doesn't give a satisfactory performance when compared to the BMW 430i xDrive Coupé and the Mercedes Benz C300 4Matic Coupé. However, it crosses a quarter mile with just a difference of a few nanoseconds after the Merc C300 Coupé.

Ride and Handling

The 2017 Audi has a very firm suspension along with a standard All-Wheel-Drive. This becomes a confidence factor for the drivers while driving on any terrain. That is the reason this Coupé has been known for its well balanced, comfortable and sharp handling over the years. The A5's engine is tuned more towards comfort which is pretty evident whilst cruising down an open stretch as compared to the sportily grunting S5.

The ride quality remains when serene even at high speed because of the four-link suspension and lightweight aluminum bits.

Braking

Braking The 2017 A5 Coupé has a 12.6 inches front brake and 11.8 inches rear brake that brings this 3483 lbs heavy car to a halt. Apart from that its Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) is equipped with Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD) and brake assist that reduces the jerk during emergency braking situations.

Its 60-0 MPH braking performance is not available. However, its brakes are small in size when compared to that of the BMW 430i xDrive and the Merc C300.

The 2017 Audi A5 Coupé is has a fair fuel economy with an average mileage of 26 MPG. It gives a mileage of 23MPG in the City and 32 MPG on the high way.

The A5 Coupé has a fuel Economy on par with the BMW 330i xDrive and the Mercedes Benz C300 Coupé.

This 4 seater luxury sports car though is compact from the outside, looks comparatively spacious and comfortable on the inside. However, its rear seating might become a bit of a problem due to its limited space.

The A5 has the lowest rear seat space area which is behind its competitors by at least an inch making it cramped.

Interior Features

The following amenities and features are what comes standard with the Audi A5

• Cruise Control
• Vehicle Anti-Theft System
• Fog Lamps
• Auto-Off Headlights
• HID headlights
• Keyless Start (Optional)
• Rear Parking Aid
• Adjustable Steering Wheel
• Steering Wheel Controls
• Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
• Trip Computer
• Universal Garage Door Opener
• Intermittent Wipers
• Rain-Sensing Wipers
• Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers
• Keyless Entry

2017 Audi A5 Coupé Infotainment

Though the Audi A5's infotainment is considered to be a little dated and not up with times, it still has the basic Infotainment features available in its predecessors.

The Infotainment system sans the update from Audi sticks out like a sore thumb in this pristinely built marvel.

• A driver information system with voice control
• SD card slot with 32GB operating capacity (dual slots - equipped with MMI navigation plus)
• Audi music interface with iPod® integration
• Audi concert radio with ten speaker and Single CD player with MP3 playback capability

2017 Audi A5 Coupé Cargo Space

The compact style of the 2017 Audi A5 Coupé has a tremendous effect on its Trunk Volume. It has a Trunk Volume of 12.2 cu.ft. That's actually quite enough to fit in your luggage for a weekend trip.

Though the BMW 430i xDrive Coupé maximum trunk space due to its different interior body styling, the trunk of the Merc C300 and Audi A5 are quite compatible.

The 2017 Audi A5 Coupé, though aged, still looks handsome as ever. With a length of 182.1 inches, a width of 73.0 inches and a height of 54 inches, the A5 looks similar to its predecessors.

Audi has always been conservative in terms of styling and their understated design looks wise and goes fast. The unmistakable Audi grille is accentuated by beautiful LED headlights and bold lines running from front to the rear.

When compared to the BMW 430i xDrive and the Mercedes Benz C300, the Audi A5 Coupé is much lighter, sleeker and compactly packed. 

Exterior Features

The long list mentioned below are just some of the exterior features that come with this vehicle -

• Aluminum Wheels with Silver Accents
• Steel Spare Wheel
• Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
• Clearcoat Paint
• Body-Colored Front Bumper
• Body-Colored Rear Bumper
• Aluminum Side Windows Trim and Aluminum Front Windshield Trim
• Body-Colored Door Handles
• Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors with Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
• Fixed Rear Window with Defroster
• Light Tinted Glass
• Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers with Heated Jets
• Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
• Black Grille with Chrome Surround

The 2017 Audi A5 has not been yet rated by NHTSA and IIHS. However, Audi has provided its consumers with the following safety features:-

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Side Impact Beam
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• Front And Rear Parking Sensors
• Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
• Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners

2017 Audi A5 Coupé vs BMW 430i xDrive Coupé

The BMW 430i xDrive Coupé is the upgraded version of the 2016 428i xDrive of the 4 series whereas the 2017 Audi A5 Coupé is not an upgraded version of its predecessors. It is much more like the 2016 or in fact the 2015 model.

This is the reason, compared to the BMW 4 Series, the Audi A5 is technologically much backward. All the Audi A5 has to boast is its handsome looks and adequate performance inherited from its predecessors which was once considered as special. These are what makes it stand in the competition with the BMW 340i xDrive Coupé. Although the BMW 430i xDrive has an upper hand in almost all the aspects.

Audi A5 Coupé vs Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC Coupé

The Mercedes Benz C300 4Matic Coupé has not been upgraded for the past two years. Still, it can be considered more tech-friendly when compared to the Audi A5 which is in its first generations since 2008.

When it comes to the performance, the Mercedes Benz C300 is a tad better performer than the Audi A5 Coupé. On the other hand, it being less thirsty when compared to the 2017 Audi A5 Coupé makes it a more economical option in the long run.

The 2017 Audi A5 Coupé can be considered a rusty performer for its present day's competition. Though it's handsome and gives an adequate performance, it's not as impressive as it was in its earlier years. This makes the auto enthusiasts consider its competitors which give a better performance for just a tad higher price. All in all the A5 is showing signs of aging. Let's see what the 2018 overhaul has in store for us.