The Audi A5 S Line Quattro is the quintessential premium grand tourer, celebrated for its razor-sharp Bauhaus aesthetics, vault-like build quality, and effortless all-weather capability. Sitting beautifully between the sensible A4 saloon and the flagship executive cruisers, the A5 is available in three distinct body styles: the classic 2-door Coupé, the glamorous Cabriolet, and the highly popular 5-door Sportback (a liftback that brilliantly disguises family-sized practicality beneath a sweeping coupe silhouette).
Choosing the S Line trim elevates the A5 with aggressive, chiseled body styling, uprated wheels, and a lowered sport suspension, giving it the imposing look of the high-performance S5 without the steep running costs. When paired with Audi’s legendary Quattro all-wheel-drive system, the A5 transforms into an unflappable, sure-footed cruiser capable of tackling wet, winding tarmac or high-speed motorways with total composure.
Technical Specifications
(Note: Specifications reflect the widely popular post-facelift generation, focusing on the mainstream 40 TDI diesel and 45 TFSI petrol Quattro variants mated to the 7-speed S tronic automatic).
⚙️ Powertrain & Performance
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Engine Choices (Common Quattro Configurations):
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45 TFSI: 2.0-litre 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo Petrol with Mild-Hybrid (MHEV) — 261 bhp (265 PS) / 370 Nm torque
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40 TDI: 2.0-litre 4-cylinder Turbo Diesel with Mild-Hybrid (MHEV) — 201 bhp (204 PS) / 400 Nm torque
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Transmission: 7-Speed S tronic Dual-Clutch Automatic (with steering-wheel paddle shifters)
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Drivetrain: Quattro All-Wheel Drive with 'Ultra' technology (intelligently engages AWD in milliseconds when traction is needed)
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0-62 mph (0-100 km/h):
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45 TFSI Petrol: ~5.5 seconds
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40 TDI Diesel: ~7.0 seconds
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Top Speed: 130–155 mph (210–250 km/h) electronically limited
⛽ Fuel Economy & Emissions
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Combined Fuel Economy (40 TDI Diesel): ~44–50 mpg (WLTP)
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Combined Fuel Economy (45 TFSI Petrol): ~31–37 mpg (WLTP)
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Emissions: Euro 6 Compliant / ULEZ & Clean Air Zone exempt
📐 Dimensions & Practicality (Sportback vs. Coupé)
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Length / Width / Height: 4,757 mm (Sportback) or 4,673 mm (Coupé) / 1,843 mm / 1,386 mm
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Boot Capacity (Coupé): 450 Litres (traditional trunk)
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Boot Capacity (Sportback): 465 Litres (expands to 1,280L via a massive, wide-opening electronic hatchback tailgate)
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Seating Capacity: 5 seats (Sportback) / 4 seats (Coupé)
Key Features & Trim Highlights
💎 S Line Exterior Highlights
The S Line specification sheds the standard car’s muted aesthetic in favor of an athletic, premium stance:
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S Line Bodystyling: More aggressive front bumper with honeycomb air intakes, structured side skirts, and a matte twilight grey rear diffuser with trapezoidal exhaust tips.
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Wheels & Chassis: 19-inch 5-twin-spoke design alloy wheels sitting over S Line Sport Suspension (lowered by 20mm for sharper handling and reduced body roll).
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Advanced Lighting: Matrix LED headlights with dynamic front and rear indicators that perform a choreographed light animation upon locking/unlocking.
🏁 Interior & The Audi Virtual Cockpit
Audi's interiors are industry benchmarks for material fit-and-finish, and the S Line feels distinctly premium:
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The Cockpit Architecture: Standard equipped with the magnificent 12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit, a fully customizable digital instrument cluster that can display crystal-clear Google satellite mapping right behind the steering wheel.
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Infotainment: A crisp 10.1-inch MMI Touchscreen display featuring wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and natural voice control.
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S Line Touches: Leather/Dinamica microfibre front Sport Seats with contrast stitching and 'S' embossing, an S Line perforated leather steering wheel, stainless steel pedals, and matte brushed aluminum dashboard inlays.
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Comfort: 3-zone deluxe electronic climate control and heated front seats.
🧠 Safety & Assist Features
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Audi Pre-Sense City (autonomous emergency braking)
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Rear-view camera with front and rear parking sensors
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Cruise control with speed limiter (Adaptive Cruise available via optional packs)
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Keyless Go and an electric, power-operated tailgate (Sportback only)
💡 Buying Tip: If you're shopping the used market, keep an eye out for models designated as "S Line Edition 1" or those optioned with the "Vorsprung" package. These configurations swap out standard parts for sinister black exterior styling packs, massive 20-inch Audi Sport wheels, a panoramic glass sunroof, and the phenomenal Bang & Olufsen 3D Sound System.