Audi S5: Nice review

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Coupes are less practical than sedans, but sexier. Walter de’Silva, head of Volkswagen Group Design, claims that “The Audi A5 is the most beautiful car I have ever designed.”

You can take him at his word. The S5 attracted a generous sampling of “oohs” and “aahs” from other drivers. In a rich Meteor Gray Pearl Effect paint, with Magma Red interior, I got thumbs up from guys in BMW M3s and Subaru WRXs.

The S5’s 4.2-liter V8 engine puts 354 horsepower to the ground through all four of the car’s 19-inch alloy wheels, good for 5.1 seconds from zero to 60 mph. It emits a sonorous muted growl as it does it – more subtle than a Mustang or a Corvette. Peak torque of 325 pound a foot. comes at 3,500 rpm. I found myself starting in second gear to avoid wheelspin.

The S5 is fast and comfortable, but is also was one of the test cars I would stand and look at after parking. The side detailing, especially along the rear flanks, is simply gorgeous. Of all the cars I drove in 2007, this one stands out.

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Source: EB Publishing

Audi S5: Nice review

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