Audi A5 Cabriolet (09 on) - Review Review by Simon Harris on 02 April 2009 Last Updated: 20 November 2009 Audi's A5 Cabriolet replaces the convertible version of the A4, though this is a more upmarket car than before. Unlike similar convertibles - such as the BMW 3-Series - Audi has stuck with a fabric roof, keeping weight down and saving valuable boot space. It's still very stylish though and excellent hood insulation means it's quiet at speed. New fuel-saving stop-and-start technology, which cuts the engine when idling, makes its debut on the A5 Cabriolet, while there's also a high performance S5 version (covered in a separate review). Elegant, refined and with a wide range of petrol and diesel engines, the A5 Cabriolet is a highly desirable car which looks great with the roof up or down. 4.5 out of 5 Other Audi reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 4.5 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £29,455 - £43,670 View all new prices Used price range: £16,326 - £36,741 View all used prices See 26 new models for sale from £26,009 Get an Audi A5 Cabriolet (09 on) information pack Next steps Audi A5 Cabriolet cars for sale Use our cars for sale search facility to find great deals on second hand cars. We have 119 models like this for sale, starting at £18,199. Find used Audi A5 Cabriolets for sale Elegant styling, very refined, decent boot space, strong performance Limited rear passenger space, expensive optional extras Audi's A5 Cabriolet replaces the convertible version of the A4, though this is a more upmarket car than before. Unlike similar convertibles - such as the BMW 3-Series - Audi has stuck with a fabric roof, keeping weight down and saving valuable boot space. It's still very stylish though and excellent hood insulation means it's quiet at speed. New fuel-saving stop-and-start technology, which cuts the engine when idling, makes its debut on the A5 Cabriolet, while there's also a high performance S5 version (covered in a separate review). Elegant, refined and with a wide range of petrol and diesel engines, the A5 Cabriolet is a highly desirable car which looks great with the roof up or down. Driving & Performance Performance 4.5 out of 5"The A5 Cabriolet was launched with the choice of a turbocharged 2.0-litre petrol engine, a normally..." Handling 4 out of 5"The A5 Cabriolet feels safe and responsive on the road, with comfortable cruising more a priority..." Comfort Comfort 4 out of 5"There's decent room for four adults and even without the wind deflector fitted (standard on SE and S..." Practicality 4 out of 5"The benefit of offering a fabric hood as opposed to a metal roof is that it takes up far less room..." Equipment 4 out of 5"Three equipment grades are available. Standard cars come with an electrically operated roof, 17-inch..." Behind the wheel 4 out of 5"The A5 Cabriolet shares its interior with the A5 Coupe. The materials used feel of exceptionally..." Costs Running costs 2 out of 5"Although the initial outlay is quite high, depreciation should be modest, and four-cylinder petrol..." Green credentials 2.5 out of 5"Four-cylinder versions have relatively low emissions and a stop-start system joining the range after..." Safety & Reliability Safety 4 out of 5"The Audi A5 hasn't been crash tested yet, but the A4 - with which it shares many components - was..." Reliability 4 out of 5"The A5 shares many of its components with the A4 and in recent years that range has shown very good..." Buying & Selling Buying new 3 out of 5"Although all versions are well equipped, the SE with standard leather seats would be easier to sell..." Buying used 4 out of 5"The standard car isn't chosen by many new buyers, so the SE and S line should be more popular." Selling 4.5 out of 5"As with all soft tops, it's still easier to sell when spring arrives. All versions should sell..." Gallery View full gallery Owners' reviews Used Audi A5 Cabriolet (09 on) 2.0 TDI S Line (Start Stop) 2d 5 out of 5 “ Boot space, and seats 4 people. ” Fine Tuning Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Audi A5 cars for sale We have 119 models like this for sale. Find Audi A5 cars for sale Next: Facts & Figures
Used Audi A5 Cabriolet (09 on) 2.0 TDI S Line (Start Stop) 2d 5 out of 5 “ Boot space, and seats 4 people. ” Fine Tuning