The 2011 Audi S5 is an incredibly stylish luxury car with all-wheel-drive, available as a convertible or coupe (Cabriolet). For 2011, the car receives rear parking sensors and rearview mirror standard in the Prestige trim, as well as the choice of a power rear sunshade. Also, the navigation system includes HD radio, and Audi introduced an all-new Titanium Sport package. Edmunds calls the 2011 S5 "one of the best-looking cars on the road." To test drive the 2011 Audi S5 Greenville SC, 2011 Audi S5 Spartanburg SC, 2011 Audi S5 Easley SC, 2011 Audi S5 Greer SC, 2011 Audi S5 Columbia SC, 2011 Audi S5 Charlotte NC, 2011 Audi S5 Atlanta GA, visit Steve White Audi today.
Both the soft-top convertible (Cabriolet) and coupe come in Premium Plus and Prestige trims. The Premium Plus includes 19-inch cast-aluminum wheels with performance tires, LED running lights, automatic xenon headlights, foglights, heated 8-way power front seats, automatic wipers, leather interior, tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, three-zone automatic climate control, spllt-folding rear seat, auto-dimming mirror, Audi's Multi Media Interface (MMI), and Bluetooth. The stereo system includes satellite radio, iPod connectivity, and a CD player.
Also, the Cabriolet has a powered soft top and wind deflector, while the coupe contains a tilt-only sunroof. An available Navigation package includes rear parking sensors, rearview camera, built-in navigation system, voice control, HD radio, and real-time traffic.
The 2011 Audi S5 Prestige has auto-dimming outside mirrors, keyless entry/ignition, Navigation package, and a 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, an option for Premium Plus. Drivers can choose to install adaptive cruise control, blind-spot warning system, and a power rear sunshade (for the coupe). The Audi Drive Select package adds sport rear differential and adjustable suspension, throttle, steering, and transmission.
The new optional Titanium Sport package, available for either trim, includes dark-colored wheels and a black grille surround. A Sports Rear Differential package adds most of the Audi Drive Select features to the coupe (apart from suspension and steering adjustments). For the convertible, the Comfort package includes ventilated front seats, adjustable front seat lumbar, neck-level heaters, and fancier leather upholstery.
The Audi S5 Coupe contains a 4.2-liter V8, pumping out a powerful 354 HP and 325 lb-ft of torque. It comes standard with a 6-speed manual transmission, but a 6-speed automatic with manual control is a choice. The EPA estimates fuel economy at 14 mpg city/22 mpg highway/17 mpg combined for manual and 16/24/19 for automatic.
The Audi S5 convertible has a 3.0-liter supercharged V6, which produces 333 HP and 325 lb-ft of torque. This comes standard with a 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission. It receives 17/26/20 MPG for estimated fuel economy.
Standard safety features include antilock disc brakes, stability/traction control, and front seat side airbags. Also, the coupe features side curtain airbags and the convertible contains pop-up roll bars. Also, the Prestige includes a blind-spot warning system for added safety.