[High-Performance Imported New Car] 'The New Audi A5' Returns with Upgrades

The New Audi A5 Sportback 40 TFSI Quattro

[Asia Economy Reporter Changhwan Lee] Audi is targeting domestic consumers this year by additionally launching the gasoline models of its steady seller ‘Audi A5’: ‘The New Audi A5 Sportback 40 TFSI Quattro’ and ‘The New Audi A5 Sportback 40 TFSI Quattro Premium.’

Since the launch of the fully redesigned 2nd generation model in the domestic market in August 2019, the Audi A5 has gained popularity. Last June, through a facelift, Audi responded to customer demand by releasing a diverse lineup including ‘The New Audi A5 Sportback 40 TDI Quattro Premium,’ ‘The New Audi A5 Sportback 45 TFSI Quattro Premium,’ ‘The New Audi A5 Coupe 45 TFSI Quattro Premium,’ and ‘The New Audi A5 Cabriolet 45 TFSI Quattro Premium,’ featuring new design elements as well as safety and convenience specifications.

The Audi A5, which combines the dynamism of a coupe, the practicality of an Avant, and the comfort of a sedan, has since gained great popularity, leading to the additional release on the 11th of the gasoline models The New Audi A5 Sportback 40 TFSI Quattro and The New Audi A5 Sportback 40 TFSI Quattro Premium.

The New Audi A5 Sportback 40 TFSI Quattro and The New Audi A5 Sportback 40 TFSI Quattro Premium are equipped with a 2.0ℓ 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection turbocharged (TFSI) engine and a 7-speed S tronic automatic transmission, delivering a maximum output of 204 horsepower and a maximum torque of 32.6 kg·m. Fuel efficiency is rated at 11.3 km/ℓ based on combined mileage.

Advanced safety features such as ‘Side Assist,’ which warns through the side mirrors when a vehicle approaches in the blind spot or from behind during driving, and ‘Pre Sense City,’ which automatically brakes if the driver does not respond, as well as front and rear parking assist systems, are installed. Meanwhile, according to the Korea Imported Automobile Association registration standards, a total of 2,549 units of the Audi A5 were sold from August 2019 to February 2021.