The 2018 Audi A5 Sportback Review | Hilton Car Supermarket
The 2018 Audi A5 Sportback Review
The 2018 Audi A5 Sportback is an exciting mid-sized sport
s saloon that competes against the likes of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe. The Sportback is an upscale version of the A5 Coupe and the A4 saloon.. It has a sleek look that hints at the car's breathtaking acceleration and speed. It wouldn't be wrong if we said that the 2018 Sportback is one of the most beautiful Audi cars to come out of the brand in recent years. To top that off, we have legendary German engineering and build quality, so you know when you buy this car, you are not compromising on quality.
Interior Design
The A5 gets a plush leather interior with every material exuding luxury and comfort. You would expect the interior to be bathed in flashy red or blue colors to show the car's sporty nature, but instead, Audi has gone with a calculated use of red and black finish. The German manufacturer has selected a range of modern technology for the A5 that includes the MMI infotainment system powered by Nvidia. The system can be navigated using a knob set-up. As is natural for modern cars, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are both standards. If you like, you can upgrade to the MMI Plus system that gives you an 8.3-inch screen with a touch controller and handwriting recognition.
The 12.3-inch driver information screen displays all the necessary information about gauges as well as navigation information when needed.
Engine Performance
The Audi A5 Sportback gets a punchy 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder powertrain that produces a decent 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. The engine is good enough to push the car from 0-60 mph in just 5.3 seconds, with top speed governed at 130 mph. The engine is teamed up with a responsive 7-speed automatic transmission that lets you explore the road with as much vigor as you want.
When it comes to engine performance, there is hardly anything to complain about. The 2.0 –liter only sounds small, but its performance is on par and sometimes even better than its competition. There is no turbo lag, meaning power delivery is immediate and responsive. The car performs the best where it matters the most, and by that we mean, the 50-70 mph range. The engine's torque delivery is remarkable, and it complements the nature of daily driving on the streets and the highway.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2018 Audi A5 Sportback has a small yet boosted engine, so you would expect to get decent mileage out of the car. The A5 has a 24mpg economy in the city, while you will get 34 mpg on the highway. If you combine them both, the A5 will give you 27 mpg on both city and highway driving. Keep in mind that this car has a turbo engine, and such powertrains are known to consume large amounts of fuel. You still get decent fuel economy out of it.
Safety and Driver Assist Features
The 2018 Audi A5 Sportback has several standard and optional safety as well as driver-assist features that still make it relevant in the current market. The car comes with the Audi Pre Sense City system that includes pre-collision warnings and an automatic brake-assist that works with both vehicles and pedestrians. You can add in a bit more spice by opting for additional safety features available for the Sportback.
The adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assist is almost a necessary upgrade if you live in a metropolis. Other than that, you have a lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring system, and exit assist system, all of which are excellent upgrades for the car.
The NHTSA gives the Audi A5 a 5-star rating while the IIHS gives it a ‘good’ overall score. So, when you drive the A5 Sportback, you can rest assured that everyone inside the car will remain safe in case of an accident.
Conclusion
The 2018 Audi A5 Sportback is the perfect car for someone who is looking for a fun-giving sporty drive while also not going too overboard with the feeling. The A5 can be used as a family car or as a weekend long-drive companion. You can get one now at the best rates in the UK at hiltoncarsupermarket.co.uk