Audi A5 Sportback In-Depth Review | Worth the extra money over an A4?

I went for the A4 despite having hatchback cars until it. The price difference was really not worth it for me :)

Nope no more shortcut for the drive select on the steering wheel. What is Audi thinking here! Stupid move

Got a 45 tfsi A4, beautiful

The a5 Sportback is a design classic. Unmistakable on the road and streets infront of the competition.

I have an A4 company car and going to switch over to an A5 (with more options as wel). With two kids in the back, the sloping roofline should not be that of an issue. Contrary the hatch opening in the boot makes the car more practical to carry bigger items.

A5 is more expensive than the A4 but it’s better in every way, from space/comfort to exterior design.

you can map drive mode select on the steering wheel?? are you sure? must be a UK special perhaps.

A well made video, to say first. Thanks! James, although looking like a quite young bloke, sounds a lot more composed & matured akin to a 40 something man. I liked his presentation style. The car? Its an A4 for those who want to look a bit more suave. :)

In the USA, the radio dial is still on the console

Mate why are you so negative towards the car??? Really bad video, anyway I’ve got mine on order and I’m going to rag the aaa off it

Might be better investing in a Skoda Superb.

Good video, however I would say that the A5 Sportback is more practical for transporting bulky or unusual items. Don't get be wrong, I don't carry doors around regularly but I could probably fit one in the back of my A5.

Audi A5 share parts with VW Passat but just that it looks a bit more fancier by paying thru the noise.
The water pump made from plastic material that get broken or melt down .
Best Avoid buying A5 and any Audi . The cost of maintenance will kill you after a few years when warranty runs out and generally people get a new one instead . That why it call a money pit .

Interesting how it has manual seats in Europe.

Love it - just bought one in turbo blue

Is the A5 45TFSI model mild hybrid included??

Having had an A4 and A5 Sportback if you have a family the A4 is better. The A5 sits low and is harder to get in and out of for kids etc, but if you dont need to worry about that the A5 is better in every other way.

A5 is better looking though

Strange that in your conclusion, you completely dismissed the practicality of the hatchback. I love what I can carry in it, particularly with one, two or all rear seats down.

Confused as to why you would say the A4 is more practical. I thought that was the whole point of a hatchback over a saloon. My dog definitely prefers a hatch over a boot!

Great review, nice car and that body shape is stunning, although looks so much better in coupe form. I think it's funny, that when comparing it to the A4 and the negatives of the A5 these are probably plus points for anyone looking to buy the A5, if not then they wud of just bought an A4 in the first place ?