For Four-wheel drive delivers excellent traction in all weathers, while the 3.2-litre engine has plenty of power and sounds great. Excellent refinement makes this a great car for long drives.
Against The Quattro four-wheel-drive system may be great in the wet, but the extra weight puts a dent in fuel economy and emissions figures. Pricey compared with 2.0-litre models.
The 3.2 Quattro is a fine all-weather grand tourer, but the 3.0 diesel is just as quick and more economical. Smaller-engined petrol models make more sense.
There’s no such thing as a bad Audi A5, but our favourite is the 2.0 TFSI. In everyday driving it’s plenty quick enough, yet it still averages the best part of 45mpg.
Whichever engine you go for, the dealer should be willing to offer a discount. Savings of over £1000 shouldn’t be 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 and xenon headlights are standard, but a CD multichanger, cruise control and satellite navigation are desirable extras.
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