Compare 2012 Audi A5 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $42,600 | $37,220 | $38,700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $39,618 | $34,615 | $35,605 |
| Destination | $875 | $875 | $895 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | N/A | With Separate Controls |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Cell Phone | N/A | N/A | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | In-dash | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/metal-look | Leather/metal-look | Leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Overhead Console | N/A | Mini | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Fixed | Fixed |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Remote Trunk Release | N/A | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather/metal-look | Leather/metal-look |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Sport Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 4 Passengers | 4 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way | 6-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Memory | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Rear Seats | 50-50 Bench | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Fixed | 2 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leatherette | Leatherette |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| DVD-Audio | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Speakers | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Amplifier | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Navigation System | Optional | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | N/A | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver And Passenger | Driver | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | Mbrace | BMW Assist |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-xenon |
| Exterior Light Control | Programmable | Programmable | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Cornering Lights | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| LED Taillights | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Optional | PARKTRONIC | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Immobilizer III | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Sensor | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (12 Month/5,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 12 Months/5,000 Miles | N/A | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Concealed | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Composite/galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Grille Trim | Black W/chrome Surround | Chrome | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front And Rear | Rear | Front |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | N/A | 1st Row Exterior Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| 2nd Row Sunroof | N/A | Fixed Glass With Power Sunshade | N/A |
| Convertible Top | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Convertible Roof Glass Rear Window | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Spoiler | N/A | Lip | Lip |
| Front Tires | P245/40HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/45HR17.0 BSW Run-flat AS |
| Tires - Rear | N/A | 245/40HR17 | 255/35WR10 |
| Wheels | 18" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | N/A |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo | N/A |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Servotronic | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Sport | Sport |
| Ride Control | Optional | Agility Control | N/A |
| Adaptive Suspension | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Front Suspension Type | Multi-link | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | DSC |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | TouchShift | STEPTRONIC |
| Transmission | Multitronic 8-spd CVT W/OD | 7-spd W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 5.18 | 3.07 | 3.23 |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 182.1 " | 180.7 " | 181.9 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 72.9 " | 69.7 " | 70.2 " |
| Exterior Height | 54.4 " | 54.8 " | 54.9 " |
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Horsepower | 211 @ 4,300 Rpm | 201 @ 5,500 Rpm | 230 @ 6,500 Rpm |
| Torque | 258 @ 1,500 Rpm | 229 @ 2,000 Rpm | 200 @ 2,750 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 22 Mpg | 21 Mpg | 18 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 30 Mpg | 31 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.1 Seconds | 8.5 Seconds | 7.0 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.3 Seconds | 16.4 Seconds | 15.4 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 83 Mph | 83 Mph | 91 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 61 Mph | 61 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.25/3.65 " | 3.23/3.35 " | 3.35/3.46 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,880 Lbs. | 3,538 Lbs. | 3,362 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 4,453 Lbs. | 4,288 Lbs. |
| Payload | N/A | 1,037 Lbs. | 882 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 " | 108.7 " | 108.7 " |
| Front Track | 62.6 " | 61.0 " | 59.1 " |
| Rear Track | 62.1 " | 61.1 " | 59.6 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.7 '' | 17.8 '' | 18.1 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 4.0 " | N/A |
| Drag Coefficient | .31 | .27 | .29 |
| Front Legroom | 41.3 " | 41.7 " | 41.8 " |
| Rear Legroom | 31.9 " | 33.0 " | 33.7 " |
| Front Headroom | 40.0 " | 37.0 " | 38.4 " |
| Rear Headroom | 36.3 " | 35.5 " | 36.8 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.3 " | 54.0 " | 55.3 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 46.8 " | 50.3 " | 51.9 " |
| Luggage Volume | 10.2 Cu.ft. | 11.7 Cu.ft. | 11.1 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 10.2 Cu.ft. | 11.7 Cu.ft. | 11.1 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 81 Cu.ft. | 81 Cu.ft. | 89 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 16.9 Gal. | 17.4 Gal. | 16.1 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall | N/A | 4 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole | N/A | 4 | 5 |
| Driver's | N/A | 4 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Front Seat | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | N/A | 4 | 5 |
| Overall Front | N/A | 3 | 4 |
| Passenger's | N/A | 2 | 5 |
| Rear Seat | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Overall Side | N/A | 5 | 4 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | N/A | 4 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | 4 | 5 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | N/A | good | good |
| Chest | N/A | good | good |
| Driver Torso | N/A | good | poor |
| Overall Evaluation | N/A | poor | marginal |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | N/A | good | marginal |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | N/A | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | N/A | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | N/A | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | N/A | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | N/A | good | good |
| Overall Front | N/A | good | good |
| Overall Side | N/A | good | marginal |
| Left Leg/Foot | N/A | good | good |
| Roof Strength | N/A | good | acceptable |
| Driver Head Protection | N/A | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | N/A | good | good |
| Restraints | N/A | good | good |
| Overall evaluation | N/A | N/A | marginal |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | N/A | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | N/A | good | good |
| Head/Neck | N/A | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | N/A | good | good |
