Audi A5 Coupe safety is unquestionably strong. There are six airbags, ABS and electronic stability control (ESP) – which features hydraulic brake assist along with optional cornering lights. The new intelligent key can also store important information, such as the vehicle’s current mileage or warning messages from the information system. The data allows after-sales staff access to the information they need for servicing quickly and easily.

Despite not being designed with practicality as the biggest concern, the A5 measures up well with a large boot that will easily swallow a couple of suitcases. It is shallow though which means you need to stretch to get to items at the back. If you need extra room the rear seats fold down. It’s possible to specify a key that doesn’t need to be taken out of your pocket or bag – instead the car senses you approach, unlocks the car and can be started by a button on the dash.