Audi A5 2011–2016 car dimensions: 4712 mm long, 1854 mm wide and 1391 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,565 kg. Braked towing is 1,900 kg.
The cabin offers deluxe 3-zone climate control as standard on SE models and above, with separate controls for rear passengers. Cruise control comes standard, operated by a steering column stalk. A 6.5-inch colour MMI display is fitted as standard for audio and vehicle info, upgrading to a 7-inch high-resolution screen with navigation on higher trims. Parking sensors (Audi parking system plus) with front and rear acoustic and graphic warnings are standard on SE. Reversing camera, Audi side assist blind spot warning, active lane assist and automatic emergency braking via braking guard are available only as options or in assistance packages on selected grades. The interior feels well equipped for daily driving with leather multi-function steering wheel, heated front seats and clear driver information display including rest recommendation.
Boot space measures 480 litres with seats up. Folding the split rear seats expands capacity to 1283 litres. The wide hatch opening and flat load floor make loading bulky items straightforward for a liftback of this size.
Braked towing capacity reaches up to 1900 kg depending on engine and drivetrain, with unbraked limited to 750 kg. Payload is typically around 475 kg. Sport suspension is fitted on S line models for a firmer ride.
The cabin feels elegant and sporty with high-quality materials and strong lateral support from contoured seats. Optional climate-controlled front seats add ventilation and heating. Leather options and multi-way electric adjustments enhance long-journey comfort. Acoustic windscreen glazing and a glass sunroof are available to keep the space quiet and open.
LongLife service up to 19,000 miles or 2 years via indicator
Start-stop and recuperation on petrol and diesel engines
Full-size front airbags, side airbags and head airbags standard
ESC with limited-slip differential on FWD models standard
ISOFIX with Top Tether on outer rear seats standard
3-year/60,000-mile vehicle guarantee standard
Petrol TFSI and diesel TDI engines use direct injection with start-stop and recuperation to cut fuel use on every trip. Combined figures vary by engine and transmission but stay efficient for the class.
Servicing follows the LongLife indicator for oil changes and inspections up to every 19,000 miles or two years. Fixed shorter intervals apply if standard oil is used. Genuine parts keep the car reliable.
Safety kit includes full-size driver and passenger airbags, front side airbags, head-level curtain airbags front and rear, ESC and ISOFIX mounts. The related A4 scored five Euro NCAP stars.
Keep the car with the standard three-year or 60,000-mile guarantee plus three-year paint and twelve-year rust cover. Regular LongLife services maintain residual value.
Length 4712 mm, Width 1854 mm, Height 1391 mm, Wheelbase 2810 mm (A5 2011–2016)
Sources: manufacturer data, press.audi.co.uk.