New 2010 Audi A5 and S5 Cabriolet

2010 AUDI A5 Cabriolet

HERNDON, Va. : Dec. 02, 2008 - The A5 product line is now expanded to include Cabriolet models with three powerful and fuel-efficient powertrains (2.0 TFSI 4 cylinder, 3.2 FSI V6, 3.0 TFSI V6 with supercharged technology). A5 Cabriolet features ground-breaking soft top technology for elegant styling, superior room and storage space, and superb driving dynamics.


Key Points Summary

• Unique 50/50 split rear folding seats allows maximum storage flexibility
  
• Audi Drive Select (adjustable engine/throttle mapping, suspension damping, and dynamic steering) is a benchmark in the segment and industry.
  
• New optional quattroSport rear differential enhances agility.
  
• USA market launch for A5/S5 Cabriolet is Fall 2009, as 2010 model year.
  
• A5/S5 Cabriolet replaces the A4/S4 Cabriolet.

Design

• A5/S5 Cabriolet interior and exterior distinctive features include:
  
• New rear LED lighting
  
• Sport seats with unique interior color offerings
  
• Cloth convertible top features Audi Acoustic Roof technology for a quite interior.
  
• Typical Audi interior design is modern and sophisticated, with clear attention to detail, including 1 liter bottle holders in each door.
  
• S5 Aluminum-optic exterior accents include front and rear diffuser blades, mirror housings, and four exhaust pipes.

Dynamics

• Modular Longitudinal Chassis architecture is the foundation for a benchmark sport sedan.
  
  • Extensive use of new ultra-high-strength steels increase rigidity of the body while also reducing weight.
    
  • Repositioned clutch / torque-converter allows more forward position of front axle.
    
• Better agility and turn in
  
• Better axle load distribution
  
• Shorter front overhang
  
• Longer wheelbase = more comfortable ride
  
• Repositioned steering rack, lower and closer to the wheel carriers lowers center of gravity and provides more direct steering control/feedback.
  
• Sporty proportions and muscular stance enhanced due to longer, wider, and lower dimensions.
  
• Reduced front overhang adds to visual sportiness.

2010 AUDI A5 Cabriolet

Powertrain and Performance
The following power train configurations are offered in USA:

• A5 Cabriolet 2.0 TFSI specifications
  
• FSI direct injection with turbocharging
  
• Audi Valvelift System
  
• 211 hp -- 258 lb-ft torque
  
• quattro^® all-wheel drive (standard with 40/60 rear biased torque split) or FrontTrak front-wheel drive
  
• Tiptronic 6 speed automatic transmission for quattro model or Multitronic continuously variable transmission for the FrontTrak model
  
• Top speed 130 mph


• A5 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI V6 specifications:
  
• FSI direct injection
  
• Audi Valvelift System
  
• 265 hp - 243 lb-ft torque
  
• quattro all-wheel drive with 40/60 rear torque bias
  
• Tiptronic 6 speed automatic transmission
  
• Top speed 130 mph


• S5 Cabriolet 3.0 TFSI supercharged V6 specifications:
  
• S5 Coupe manual and 6-speed Tiptronic 354 hp / 325 lb-ft V8 continue for another year through the end of model year 2010; 2011 S5 Coupe will have 3.0 TFSI supercharger with 333 hp / 325 lb-ft, and manual and 7-speed S tronic transmissions.
  
• FSI direct injection with intercooled supercharger
  
• 333hp -325 lb-ft
  
• quattro^® all-wheel drive with 40/60 rear torque bias
  
• S tronic 7 speed double-clutch automatic transmission
  
• Top speed 155 mph


• Latest generation of quattro^® all-wheel drive is employed, with asymmetric rear-biased torque split (40% front / 60% rear under nominal conditions).
  
• S5 Cabriolet only: New available quattroSport rear differential dynamically varies torque between the rear wheels.
  
• Fuel economy is significantly improved over A4 Cabriolet .

2010 AUDI S5 Cabriolet

Innovations

• Rear 50/50 split folding seats in A5/S5 Cabriolet (not available with competitors)
  
• Cloth convertible top for elegant styling, superior interior and storage space, and low weight penalty (for better driving dynamics)
  
• New head-level heating system with heated/cooled front seats
  
• MMI operating logic standard with central display screen
  
• Audi Drive Select -- varies the engine, transmission, steering, and suspension damping characteristics to suit the driver's preferences
  
• Audi Intelligent Key -- stores service information in the key
  
• Advanced Key keyless entry and starting
  
• Bluetooth hands-free telephone interface
  
• Bi-xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights
  
• Audi Parking System rear with rearview camera
  
• Electromechanical parking brake
  
• Hard-drive-based Navigation system with Audi third-generation MMI.
  
• Audi Side Assist lane change assistant
  
• Bang & Olufsen 505W sound system

2010 AUDI S5 Cabriolet

Launch Timing and Pricing

• World auto show debut is Geneva auto show in March, 2009
  
• USA A5/S5 Cabriolet with all mentioned engine/transmission combinations goes on sale in Fall 2009 (as a 2010 model year vehicles).
  
• U.S. pricing to be announced later.

Images : 2010 AUDI A5 Cabriolet

Images : 2010 AUDI S5 Cabriolet

[Source : AUDI]