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Audi A5 Cabrio. Cards, Money and A5

Audi A5 Cabrio. Price: from 37 300 *. On sale: since June 2009
Surprisingly, the residents of the Principality of Monaco with surprise turned their aristocratic heads, seeing our car. It really seems implausible, because there is no look, then the Bentley salon can be seen, then Ferrari, then Rolls-Roy is, nevertheless, even despite such a solid environment, the Audi A5 convertible looks among the luxurious Casino Monte Carlo more than spectacular

Test pilot
Stanislav Pavlov, 38 years old, deputy editor-in-chief of the journal, driving experience - 20 years, personal car - Mazda6
What is the most important thing in the cabriolet? That's right, no roof. And what is the most important thing for the car in Russia? Also correctly, the presence of a roof. There is an intractable contradiction. In our cold and changeable climate, the skepticism is rightly called. However, not everything is so gloomy in the convertible kingdom.
Soft folding top consists of three layers. In addition, a soft mat is laid inside. This is quite enough to ensure acceptable acoustic comfort. For those who need silence, as in the Sedan of the Executive Class, there is an additional option. Instead of the mat between the tissue layers, use a 15-millimeter gasket from the foam. Such a puff is not terrible neither rain nor snow nor the scorching sun. For lifting and folding design, hydraulic pumps and four hydraulic cylinders are used, which are driven by speed up to 50 km / h. Not many convertibles can boast of similar characteristics, and for the folding of the roof of some particularly gifted models, a complete stop is required. And this I do not want to do if it rained suddenly. Another disadvantage of many open vehicles is a tiny luggage compartment. That is, it seems to be quite spacious, but when the bulky design is stacked, the place remains only for the wallet. In the case of A5, everything is different. The soft top is compactly folded into three layers and is stored under a reliably closing lid. Compartment, where the roof is cleaned, made of durable textiles and decorated with an aluminum overlay. Of the 380 l of total trunk volume, the folded design takes only 60 liters. Everything else can be used at your own discretion. If you decide to fold the top, and the trunk is completely filled, the driver will be served.
During the first acquaintance, Audi A5 will enjoy the amazing harmoniousness and the finished image. The length of the quadruple car is 4.63 m, the width is 1.85 m, and the height is only 1.38. The extended hood, the long wheelbase, clear lines and muscular shapes of the shoulder line create a sporty silhouette. The painting of large wheels are completed, which are perfectly combined with the front and rear parts of the body. As for the body, the rejection of hard top, naturally, demanded compensation. Superproof steel applied to increasing the rigidity, which are processed by hot molding.
For testing, we chose the most powerful version of S5. As soon as you get behind the wheel, you immediately understand that the new cabridge is deprived of one of the main shortcomings of his fellow. The car has a great overview. It can be seen literally everything: and ahead, and behind, and on the sides. In other words, there are no differences from the ordinary car.
Under the hood Eski hides a new development engine V6 3.0 TFSI, equipped with direct fuel injection and superimposed. The compressor located between the two rows of cylinders creates a pressure of 0.8 bar, and the two intercooler reduce the temperature of the compressed input air. An unfortunate action by reviving this 333-strong monster and go on the first trip by the Principality of Monaco. It is a pity, this country ends after fifteen minutes.
At the speed, the feeling that the wheels of the Audi S5 some shalun smeared the superclaim. The car literally sticks to the road. Press the full gas pedal and count to five. You can not look at the speedometer, your speed is 100 km / h. Add a gas station, and very soon you will achieve the maximum indicator, which is limited to the avoidance of unnecessary incidents, 250 km / h is limited. At the same time, S5 is characterized by a modest appetite: an average of less than 10 liters per 100 km. Slow rebuildings, which, of course, does not commit a cultural driver, do not affect the car, it does not roll, remaining in a stable position.
The highway remained behind. Using the keys on the central console, go to a comfortable mode. If you are too lazy to move your right hand all the time, trust the machine gun. He himself will configure the suspension depending on the coating and speed.
When we returned to the base in Monaco, then the citizens were caught in many things. And this convertible is worth it. He is well met by clothes and even better accompanied by the mind.

Napoleon cake
The creators of the new Audi A5 convertible managed to combine incompatible. The classic soft top, which is folded in 15 and is declined in 17 seconds, no worse than iron roof. Moreover, the fabric has significant advantages. First, the mass of the car is significantly reduced and the center of gravity is reduced. Secondly, metal folding roofs have extensive joints, and in our case there are practically no. Thirdly, iron takes a lot of space in the trunk. Of course, metal lovers may argue that the main advantage of the iron approach lies in all-weather exploitation. Be on the street Summer or Lut Frost. But in the fact that the secret is that the modern tissue roof resembling a multilayer Napoleon cake, its characteristics also provides year-round comfort.
When you are inside with a raised horse, it creates a remarkable impression that you are going in the usual premium sedan. Only quiet rustle tires is heard, and in the rest of the silence and comfort. In other words, being inside, you do not have any inconvenience related to the past millennium convertibles.
Plus, the car is highlighted by a large area of \u200b\u200bglazing, which, naturally, is the main key to excellent visibility. This finally negates all the flaws that have been inherent in open top machines. It remains only to solve the question of how to remove the roof divorces arising due to the getting on the fabric in the winter of the all-living cocktail of Luzhkov. But progress does not stand still. Maybe with this poisonous substance will be able to figure out thanks to nanotechnology.

Love - do not love
Plastic hand is friendly stretching the seat belt. Comfortable
The column seats of the second row allow you to transport the long periods. Practical

Driving
At high speeds, AUDI S5, as if smeared with super-glue, literally sticks to the asphalt. At the same time, the dynamics of the car is truly impressive. With a maximum speed of 250 km / h, which, naturally, is limited to electronics, the convertible is accelerated to hundreds for 5.6 s.
Salon
The Debutant salon leaves no doubt about the cabriolet belonging to the caste of sports cars. What only standing armchairs with pronounced lateral support.
Comfort
The comfort of the convertible corresponds to the level of classic sedans. Thanks to the multi-layer soft top technology, the driver and passengers are well protected from annoying decibels. The same solution makes suitable operation of the machine in winter.
Security
There is no doubt that Audi S5 Cabrio complies with modern safety standards.
Price
There is no data. To date, the Russian price for a convertible is not defined. It is known that the cheapest version A5 costs about 27 thousand euros.

Advantages and disadvantages
+ Spectacular appearance, powerful motor, excellent handling.
- Weak protection of the rear passengers from the air flow.

Specifications
Brand and Model - Audi S5 Cabrio
Dimensions - 4625x1854x1383 mm
Engine - gasoline, 6-cylinder, 2995 cm3, 333 liters. s. / 5500 min-1
Transmission - automatic, 7-speed KP with ego
Dynamics - Max 250 km / h; 5.6 s to 100 km / h
Competitors - Saab 9-3 Cabrio, Mercedes-Benz CLK

Our opinion
The convertible turned out to be so spectacular that he forced to look around the sophisticated Montecarlovtsy. An erroneously rank Audi A5, and even more so the sports version of S5, to toys for the rich. We are really dealing with technically perfect machines that are not just sampled to the honorable premium. The most relevant achievement will be the suitability of A5 operation in our climate.

Author: Stanislav Pavlov
 

A source: Magazine 5 Wheel [May 2009]