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2009 Audi A5
- Used Audi A5
Audi A5 - What the Auto Press Says
The A5 is praised for its elegance and balanced handling dynamics. While it's not as sporty as its competitors, it deserves attention for its rewarding driver experience.
Largely a carryover from the 2008 model year, the '09 Audi A5 is elegant, lavish, and all-around satisfying -- especially on the road. "Other cars may excel at a given quality or quantity, but few can match the overall balance afforded by the affordable A5 or performance value S5," writes New Car Test Drive. "Both offer impressively handsome styling and top-notch engineering."
New options for 2009 include a navigation package with voice command and the much-loved Audi Drive Select system.
The '09 Audi A5 features a 3.2-liter V6 engine. A sportier S5 trim is also available.
- "Those looking for an eye-catching, comfortable daily driver can't go wrong with the new Audi A5. Only those who demand a sublime driving experience on top of high style would need to cross shop Bavaria, Japan, or Ingolstadt's own S5." -- Motor Trend
- "Audi's coupe is handsome, fun-to-drive, and oozes class and refinement. Quick on its feet and responsive in V-6 guise, the A5 drives as good as it looks. The beautiful interior has excellent ergonomics but a smallish backseat. All-wheel drive makes the A5 a foul-weather friend." -- Car and Driver
- "It's practical and comfortable enough for everyday driving with enough style and performance to make a statement." -- Forbes
- "With its potent powertrain, head-turning looks, comprehensive features, seating for four and a choice of manual or automatic transmissions, the A5 definitely raises Audi's overall image and style rating - and most likely will do the same for its sales numbers, as well." -- Kelley Blue Book
A5 Performance - 8.2 (Very Good)
Despite it being less sporty than its competitors, the A5 is praised for its thrilling, driver-centric handling dynamics. "These coupes will charge hard through corners (the S5 notably more so than the A5) while generating little or no tire noise and minimal perceived chassis slip angle," writes Motor Trend. "They're not cars to be hurled sideways through turns; they always feel confident and mature." Even so, some test drivers are left disappointed with its six-speed manual transmission. Read More
A5 Exterior - 9.1 (Excellent)
The Audi A5 earns high marks for its classy, attention-grabbing exterior design. According to Forbes, "It strikes a balance between timeless elegance and dramatic flair, a combination that should serve it well in this mature segment where restraint is usually favored over flash." Read More
A5 Interior - 8.1 (Very Good)
Reviewers praise the A5 for its comfortable, high-quality interior cabin. "Audi assets include an expectedly handsome cabin filled with luxury features such as triple-zone climate control and finely finished leather and wood trim," explains Edmunds. Critics are also impressed by its Multi-Media Interface (MMI) system and other state-of-the-art gadgets. Read More
A5 Safety - NA
Though the A5 hasn't been crash-tested by the federal government or insurance industry, it comes equipped with a host of assuring safety technology -- including Crash Sensor, which helps keep passengers safe even after a crash has occurred. Read More
A5 Reliability - 6.0 (Mediocre)
The 2009 Audi A5 reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The 2009 Audi A5 is protected by a four-year/50,000-mile warranty. Read More
