Audi A5 Coupe 2.0 TFSI 211 quattro 2dr Review

For Although it’s far from basic, we reckon most buyers will want a more lavish specification. The 2.0-litre diesel model is far more frugal.

Against Although it’s far from basic, we reckon most buyers will want a more lavish specification. The 2.0-litre diesel model is far more frugal.

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

Audi’s 2.0-litre petrol engine is fast, refined and reasonably efficient, but the 1.8-litre petrol and 2.0-litre diesel are significantly cheaper to run.

What Car? readers say

4.44

Key facts

0–60mph: 6.5 secs
Top speed: 152 mph
Average mpg: 41.5
Tank range: 581 miles

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The full Audi A5 review

Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Strong range of engines
Ride & Handling
3 out of 5 stars
Good grip; S line suspension too firm
Refinement
3 out of 5 stars
Engines super-smooth; suspension clunky
Buying & Owning
4 out of 5 stars
Competitively priced; quite affordable costs
Quality & Reliability
3 out of 5 stars
Audi reliability needs to improve
Safety & Security
5 out of 5 stars
All the essential building blocks in place
Behind The Wheel
3 out of 5 stars
Too many ergonomic issues
Space & Practicality
3 out of 5 stars
Cramped and claustrophobic in rear
Equipment
4 out of 5 stars
SE spec cars come well equipped

Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

There’s no such thing as a bad Audi A5 Coupe, but our favourite is the 2.0 TDI. In everyday driving it’s plenty quick enough, yet it still averages over 60mpg.

Whichever engine you go for, the dealer should be willing to offer a discount. Savings of over £1000 aren’t out of the question. Resale values are strong, too, so expect to get back as much as half of the original price in three years’ time.

The queue of willing buyers will be bigger if you choose wisely from the options’ list. Leather upholstery is standard on SE models and above, but cruise control and satellite-navigation are desirable extras.