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2021 Audi A5 Cabriolet 45 TFSI quattro review
No, a convertible is never going to be a sensible purchase but the Audi A5 Cabriolet makes a better argument than some.
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William Stopford
2022 Audi A5 vs 2022 Mazda MX-5 Comparison
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Based on the Audi A5 45 TFSI QUATTRO S LINE MHEV
Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF
Best suitable for...
Fun
Driving the family
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
54L - 58L
351 to 429 km
45L
275 to 410 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
3 year - 5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
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$36,090 - $51,120
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CarExpert's Take
William Stopford
News Editor
William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Undercuts rivals on price
- High level of refinement
- Elegant interior
Misses
- Remote roof opening/closing could be more intuitive
- Uninspiring engine sound
- No ANCAP rating
William Stopford
News Editor
William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Superb handling
- Excellent transmission and steering
- Simplicity
Misses
- RF loses the classic open-top feel of the Roadster
- Dated infotainment
- Lack of cabin storage
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- 3D Sound System - Premium (+$1,950)
- Adaptive Dampers (+$2,340)
- Ambient Lighting - Colour (+$520)
- Extended Upholstery Package (+$780)
- Inlays - Black (+$520)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$595)
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1984 | 1496 - 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 2.0L, 1.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW - 183kW | 97kW - 135kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4200 - 5000 | 7000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 320Nm - 370Nm | 152Nm - 205Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1450 - 1600 | 4000 - 4500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.6 - 11.7 | 13 | |
