Audi Announces U.S. Pricing For 2008 A5 And S5 Model
09-06-07, 10:52 AM
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Audi Announces U.S. Pricing For 2008 A5 And S5 Model
Audi of America, Inc. today announced pricing for the all-new 2008 A5 and S5 coupes. A5 models with a six-speed manual transmission will start at $39,900 and S5 models with a six-speed manual start at $50,500. Both the A5 and S5 have asymmetric quattro® all-wheel drive standard. Destination charges are $775 for both models, and are not included in the base price. Six-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmissions are available for both models and are a $1,300 option.
Manual transmission S5 models will arrive at dealers in November 2007. All A5 models and Tiptronic S5 cars will be available in spring of 2008.
The 2008 A5 is powered by 3.2 FSI V6 engine with the new Audi Valvelift System, and produces 265 hp at 6500 rpm and 243 ft.-lbs. of torque between 3250-5000 rpm. The S5 has a 4.2 FSI V8 engine making 354 hp at 6800 rpm and 325 ft.-lbs. of torque at 3500 rpm. Both engines give the new coupe breath-taking acceleration. The A5 takes just 5.8 seconds from 0-60 mph, while the S5 is an even faster 4.9 seconds.
All coupe models will come with numerous luxury features as standard such as leather covered power front seats, three-zone automatic climate control, in-dash six-CD changer and Sirius® satellite radio, electromechanical parking brake, driver info display, rain and light sensor for automatic lights and wipers, and a leather-covered, multi-function tilt and telescoping three spoke steering wheel. A5 models come with 18-inch alloy wheels while S5 models have 19-inch alloy wheels with performance tires.
The A5 has a comprehensive list of options that enhance the model in styling, comfort, and sportiness. A $1,850 Convenience package includes bi-xenon headlamps, heated front seats, HomeLink®, driver seat and mirror memory, heated, auto-dimming, and power folding exterior mirrors, and auto-dimming interior mirror with compass. For drivers who value performance, there is the $2,900 S line Sport package consisting of more aggressive front and rear bumpers with headlight washers, sport suspension, 19-inch alloy wheels with performance tires, sport seats, brushed aluminum interior trim, black headliner, and S line interior and exterior badging.
Options that are available on both the A5 and S5 include Audi Navigation system ($2,390), 505-watt Bang & Olufsen® audio system ($850), and Audi side assist ($500). Both models also have an available $1,700 Technology package that includes Audi rear parking system with rear-view camera, adaptive headlights, and Advanced key.
Manual transmission S5 models will arrive at dealers in November 2007. All A5 models and Tiptronic S5 cars will be available in spring of 2008.
The 2008 A5 is powered by 3.2 FSI V6 engine with the new Audi Valvelift System, and produces 265 hp at 6500 rpm and 243 ft.-lbs. of torque between 3250-5000 rpm. The S5 has a 4.2 FSI V8 engine making 354 hp at 6800 rpm and 325 ft.-lbs. of torque at 3500 rpm. Both engines give the new coupe breath-taking acceleration. The A5 takes just 5.8 seconds from 0-60 mph, while the S5 is an even faster 4.9 seconds.
All coupe models will come with numerous luxury features as standard such as leather covered power front seats, three-zone automatic climate control, in-dash six-CD changer and Sirius® satellite radio, electromechanical parking brake, driver info display, rain and light sensor for automatic lights and wipers, and a leather-covered, multi-function tilt and telescoping three spoke steering wheel. A5 models come with 18-inch alloy wheels while S5 models have 19-inch alloy wheels with performance tires.
The A5 has a comprehensive list of options that enhance the model in styling, comfort, and sportiness. A $1,850 Convenience package includes bi-xenon headlamps, heated front seats, HomeLink®, driver seat and mirror memory, heated, auto-dimming, and power folding exterior mirrors, and auto-dimming interior mirror with compass. For drivers who value performance, there is the $2,900 S line Sport package consisting of more aggressive front and rear bumpers with headlight washers, sport suspension, 19-inch alloy wheels with performance tires, sport seats, brushed aluminum interior trim, black headliner, and S line interior and exterior badging.
Options that are available on both the A5 and S5 include Audi Navigation system ($2,390), 505-watt Bang & Olufsen® audio system ($850), and Audi side assist ($500). Both models also have an available $1,700 Technology package that includes Audi rear parking system with rear-view camera, adaptive headlights, and Advanced key.
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09-06-07, 05:08 PM
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He didnt say it was more expensive than the 335i, he said the S5 itself is less expensive than what had been rumored. It was said before that it might be more in 650i territory, which it clearly is not.
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Load up a bmw 335i and its 53,000
load an S5 and its 58,000
Clearly S5 is a SUPERB VALUE...refined materials, craftsmasnhip comfort, build quality, luxurious, sex appealed beauty inside out, and will have super dynamics, ....5k more - anyone cross shopping that says 5k is too much, is stupid becasue even though it is 5k more its a hell lot MORE car for the money and frankly is better in my opinion in every way. S5 CLEAR choice.
load an S5 and its 58,000
Clearly S5 is a SUPERB VALUE...refined materials, craftsmasnhip comfort, build quality, luxurious, sex appealed beauty inside out, and will have super dynamics, ....5k more - anyone cross shopping that says 5k is too much, is stupid becasue even though it is 5k more its a hell lot MORE car for the money and frankly is better in my opinion in every way. S5 CLEAR choice.
09-06-07, 05:41 PM
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Considering that BMW nickels and dimes you for leather and paint, add those things plus the sport and premium packages (things that seems to come standard on the S5) and the 335i suddenly doesn't enjoy such a significant price gap.
While the base prices on these cars is about $10K in difference, you cannot lose sight of the fact that BMW options are very expensive, and things that come standard on other cars are options on theirs which makes up for the price advantage.
Also, let's not forget that the S5 has a 54hp and 29 lb-ft of torque advantage...and will likely walk away from the 335i at the top end.
While the base prices on these cars is about $10K in difference, you cannot lose sight of the fact that BMW options are very expensive, and things that come standard on other cars are options on theirs which makes up for the price advantage.
Also, let's not forget that the S5 has a 54hp and 29 lb-ft of torque advantage...and will likely walk away from the 335i at the top end.
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And also, don't forget that 1500$ chipped 335i will make the S5 looks like it's standing still, top end or not.
I think S5 looks super sexy, but in terms of value, it's hard to compete with 335i.
In real life, if you are willing to do European Delivery, you can get a loaded 335i for about 45k OTD. And a loaded S5 for what? 60K OTD?