Fizzboy7

Coming up on three days now, and no talk about the debut of the new Audi A5/S5. I know not a huge selling car, but surprised nothing has popped up here. Audi's generally have a decent enthusiast fan-base (myself included).
From the looks of it, Audi went extremely mild with the redo. Similar to what they did with the recent A4. While the past coupe was already a very likable shape, I think there was plenty room to make it even better. The hood here is especially tacky. But love the smooth and sleek rear-end.
Overall, I don't think this car will stay fresh and interesting long enough to make it past a few good years of brisk selling.

http://www.autoblog.com/2016/06/03/2...resh-official/

BrownPride

The current A5 aged really well as it's been around for about 9 years now. I think this new A5 looks great inside and out. I've seen a couple new A4s are you really have to know cars well to tell it's the new A4. I think this new A5 is a little better differentiated from the current A5.

The 4-series, new A5, and new C300 coupe are all such solid entries into this segment. I'm a BMW guy myself, but would really have to take a close look at the others if I were in the market. Sorry Lexus guys but while the RC looks neat, I just can't get over how heavy it is and it's boy-racer interior.

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When I saw pictures of the new A4, I thought it looked almost identical to the old model and was a bit underwhelmed. However, seeing one in person last week changed my mind about the car. The front end is more sloped, the car appears wider and overall noticeably bigger. The interior quality is on a completely different level than the outgoing model. Overall, very impressive. I imagine the A5 is a similar approach which should be a great success.

RXSF

the side profile looks identical...the shoulder line/haunch on the rear fender is what bothers me about the current A5 and this one still has it!

I dont know why Audis dont do anything for me. No fizzy sensation. They are handsome, no question, but doesn't excite me. I also dont understand why people praise their interiors. Ill admit I have spent much time in an Audi until a month ago when I rented a previous gen A4. Interior really confused the hell out of me and I didn't find it ergonomic at all. My gripes were the MMI system and how to scroll down a page, you rotate counter clockwise. Then changing the trip computer information didn't require input from the steering wheel, but the stalk?

Aron9000

Hold on, this is a new model???? Looks exactly like the current car IMO.

bitkahuna

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looks awesome...

BrownPride

I love German cars but am definitely a little less partial toward Audis, not because they aren't solid cars but because they feel so cold/sterile/characterless compared to BMW and Mercedes. While BMWs don't drive like they used to, they still have an edge over the competition. I feel more of a connection and emotional attachment to the car. The racing history and heritage of the brand all add character.

Their interiors are definitely well-built and have good attention-to-detail, but I think Mercedes has not only caught up but has surpassed Audi in that category (in regards to their sedans, 'Benz SUVs are still mediocre). I've sat in a couple new Q7s and didn't find them to be any nicer from inside than the X5 or Range Rover Sport. In fact, the very simple and sterile shape of the dashboard reminds me of my E90 BMW. There's nothing that catches the eye from a design-standpoint.

spwolf

i like it, but certainly it is hard to follow the original which had groundbreaking design.

tea

i've always thought Audis are very bland and boring. Kinda like how Lexus used to be. These new spindle Lexus may be controversial, but at least it evokes some emotions

5gears-IS

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Diesle-gate happened...... No one cares for VW / Audi

Skylar978

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No RS5, or S5, no care..

bagwell

here's your S5

UDel

Looks nice but I just wish they would get rid of that big grille, it ruins very clean designs. The last A8 was one of the nicest looking flagship designs but when they added that big widemouth in your face grill it definitely made it and the rest of the lineup worse. It is not just Audi, but many automakers who are ruining nice designs with big oversized grills, the GTR would look much nicer without that big grille, Lexus cars would look better, especially the RC and new GS without that huge grille. At least give the option to paint the design elements/pieces inside the grille body color instead of them being black or silver and standing out so much.

bitkahuna

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vw obviously has never done well (in the u.s.) and diesel-gate certainly made things worse.

audi on the other hand is doing about 2/3rds of lexus sales volume in the u.s. - pretty impressive.

pbm317

Saw these in person the other week, the stamping and sheetmetal work are extremely impressive in person. As are the details for the lighting and interior. Added surfacing on the sides are a nice update from the fairly slab sided and soft creases on the current model (still a great looking car). Car has a lower/wider presence to it.