2013 Audi A5 consumer reviews

My biggest complaint is safety - only way to get back-up warning is w/ $3,500 Nav. pkg. (none of the A5s on lot had it). Even the most basic Honda Civic ($19,000) has it! Shocking a car of this caliber doesn't. Had it for last 6 yrs., and after getting used to it I worry about backing into a vehicle OR a person. Hard, uncomfortable seats (also made out of really cheap leather), cheap, plastic-looking material in interior, sun roof ONLY tilts, does not slide open (I'm driving a cheap Chevy rental car now that has a sunroof that tilts AND slides for cryin' out loud). Very happy with performance, but the sound reminds me of my brother flooring his 80's Chevy Citation. To end on a good note - great styling,

I was looking for a convertible with decent room for 4, and AWD. Audi was the only manufacturer without RWD. The car has been great. Decent room for 4 considering a convertible, top goes down in 16 seconds, turbo 4 has plenty of power and good gas mileage, trunk room is good, and the car just looks great!

I was looking to trade in my F-150 and wanted a convertible (just sold my motorcycle) that was sporty and AWD. Not many out there. Owning a BMW, I started with the 335 but alas, RWD. I started researching the A5 and was more and more intrigued by it's looks and the fact that it's AWD. I tracked down a 2010 that fit the bill but to my disappointment, it sold before I got a chance to see it. Enter the 2013 A5. All I can say is "Gorgeous and Amazing"! You don't see many of these on the road but when you do, you can't help but stare! The Quattro got me through 2 blizzards in the first week. The 4 cylinder Turbo was my only worry coming from a V-8 and a BMW 6 but that soon disappeared. Plenty of passing power, good MPG and a car that I can't believe is in my garage. It makes my BMW look slow and old. If you're shopping for one, make sure to get the heated/cooled seats with neck warmer and the B & O sound system. Can't wait for spring so I can enjoy it with the top down!

I have had problems with bluetooth noise with the top up from the beginning. It has been in the dealer 3 times and they tell me that there isn't current technology to fix it. An Audi tech confirmed this. If I get an after market kit I will void the warranty and it will look terrible. It's been frustrating having a dealer say they can't fix it, basically tough luck all for a purchase price of 50k.

I traded my 2010 Mercedes C250 for a new Audi A5 2.0 Quattro and I am amazed at the way it handles and the compliments I get on the car. It is smooth, powerful, accelerates with ease. I find it very comfortable and the I love the MMI navigation system. I could not be happier with my choice. The tiptronic gear is amazing allowing me to shift down when I am cruising to overtake with ease. I was also surprised that the 4 cylinder turbo was so much more powerful than my V6 more fuel efficient and delivered better CO2 emission. Love it!

The new 2013 Audi A5 is the nicest car I've ever owned. It was a splurge, but absolutely worth it. I bought it mainly for it's looks (the car is drop dead gorgeous), with "bells and whistles" as a second consideration and performance/handling third. I now rave to anyone who will listen about the way this car drives and handles. Looks and all of the innovative features are the icing on the cake. I get comments and compliments on my car everywhere I go and every time I see it and drive it I love it more. It was difficult to find a manual transmission A5 but I wouldn't have it any other way. If you are considering this car, treat yourself. You will love every minute of your driving experience.