About to buy A5 S-Line model
10-01-2012, 07:59 PM
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And BMW has been doing it with the M-Sport package for years. Considering the S5 is nothing more than A5 3.0T, I don't see how it's "misleading".
10-01-2012, 09:27 PM
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Hi all I'm about to purchase my first Audi, A5 S-Line model, and have a question pertaining to extra dealer options
I'm planning on purchasing the Audi Care package for maintenance, but not sure yet about the extended warranty. Is this something to consider?
Does Audi offer a protective sealer? Is it worth getting it? Or is this something I can do later, plus I live in California so the weather is pretty good.
Thank you
I'm planning on purchasing the Audi Care package for maintenance, but not sure yet about the extended warranty. Is this something to consider?
Does Audi offer a protective sealer? Is it worth getting it? Or is this something I can do later, plus I live in California so the weather is pretty good.
Thank you
Yes...ignore the Troll...it is a nice option.
S line® Package
With a more aggressive suspension, 19-inch wheels, and an interior makeover, the S line® Package sharpens the attitude and appearance of the A5.
Package contents
- Power driver seat with fore/aft, recline, height, and lumbar adjustment
- Stone guard body covers
- Leather/Perforated Alcantara® seating surfaces
- S line front and rear bumpers
- 19" 5-segment spoke design wheels with 255/35 summer tires
- Aluminum door sill inlays
- Black headliner
- 3-spoke, flat-bottomed, leather multifunction sport steering wheel
- Twelve-way power sport front seats (includes four-way power lumbar adjustment)
- Sport suspension calibration (-20 mm ride height)
S line® Package
With a more aggressive suspension, 19-inch wheels, and an interior makeover, the S line® Package sharpens the attitude and appearance of the A5.
Package contents
- Power driver seat with fore/aft, recline, height, and lumbar adjustment
- Stone guard body covers
- Leather/Perforated Alcantara® seating surfaces
- S line front and rear bumpers
- 19" 5-segment spoke design wheels with 255/35 summer tires
- Aluminum door sill inlays
- Black headliner
- 3-spoke, flat-bottomed, leather multifunction sport steering wheel
- Twelve-way power sport front seats (includes four-way power lumbar adjustment)
- Sport suspension calibration (-20 mm ride height)
Extended is really a gamble - up to you.
Opti Coat may be a cheaper solution than Clear Film on the hood, etc.
http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...13-Opti-Coated
10-02-2012, 03:31 AM
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10-02-2012, 04:19 AM
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A5 S-line vs. S5 base PP. I saw a newly purchased A5 yesterday and it appeared plain. Black/Black usually looks great but this A5 was missing the WOW factor. The S-line gives it that Wow factor but you spend the same as a simply optioned S5.
This particular A5 had 18" rims, dull plain dual exhaust pipes and plain smaller calipers and rotors.
The S5 by comparison looks aggressive if left plain stock. Quad exhaust chrome tips, largers rotors/colored cailpers, S badging, and Sport seats etc. Add the 19" optional rims and it looks awesome from any angle.
Folks need to compare a fully equipped A5 @ $48-54K with a simply equipped (19" rims, B&O & Advance Key) S5 @ 52-55K, where you get an awesome 3.0SC 333hp-Sweet shifting S-Tronic. The S5 is sooo much the better deal IMHO!
This particular A5 had 18" rims, dull plain dual exhaust pipes and plain smaller calipers and rotors.
The S5 by comparison looks aggressive if left plain stock. Quad exhaust chrome tips, largers rotors/colored cailpers, S badging, and Sport seats etc. Add the 19" optional rims and it looks awesome from any angle.
Folks need to compare a fully equipped A5 @ $48-54K with a simply equipped (19" rims, B&O & Advance Key) S5 @ 52-55K, where you get an awesome 3.0SC 333hp-Sweet shifting S-Tronic. The S5 is sooo much the better deal IMHO!
10-02-2012, 06:49 AM
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Can't wait to get my A5 3.0T...but probably won't notice the difference...darn.
A5 S-line vs. S5 base PP. I saw a newly purchased A5 yesterday and it appeared plain. Black/Black usually looks great but this A5 was missing the WOW factor. The S-line gives it that Wow factor but you spend the same as a simply optioned S5.
Folks need to compare a fully equipped A5 @ $48-54K with a simply equipped (19" rims, B&O & Advance Key) S5 @ 52-55K, where you get an awesome 3.0SC 333hp-Sweet shifting S-Tronic. The S5 is sooo much the better deal IMHO!
Folks need to compare a fully equipped A5 @ $48-54K with a simply equipped (19" rims, B&O & Advance Key) S5 @ 52-55K, where you get an awesome 3.0SC 333hp-Sweet shifting S-Tronic. The S5 is sooo much the better deal IMHO!
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10-02-2012, 07:52 AM
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IMHO I would pass on ALL dealer "recommended" add ons which are just meant to increase their bottom line, and with the money saved look for some of the after-market mods you may be tempted to do later on. If you will do paint protection, do it at a specialty shop....NOT the dealer!!
10-02-2012, 08:25 AM
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You will notice the difference in terms of acceleration. There will be no improvement in handling, braking or steering feel (in fact, the A5 might actually be better because it has a lighter front end). That's why I say that the S5 is basically A5 3.0T. It's like BMW 328i vs. 335i or Mercedes C300 vs C350. If you want to get a "special" version fo the A5, you have to pony up for the RS5.
10-02-2012, 08:51 AM
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Wow...I find that hard to believe, but I'll not pass judgement because the A5 was never a player for me once they dropped the 3.2.
I could not see spending 45K for a 211hp 2.0T no matter how great it looked or better low end torque it provided.
I've read where others said the A5 was "all show and no go"
I'm sure that's overstated but the value wasn't there for me.
On the other hand, I can say the S5 is all show and no joke, and does everything quite well.
I could not see spending 45K for a 211hp 2.0T no matter how great it looked or better low end torque it provided.
I've read where others said the A5 was "all show and no go"
I'm sure that's overstated but the value wasn't there for me.
On the other hand, I can say the S5 is all show and no joke, and does everything quite well.
10-02-2012, 10:16 AM
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You will notice the difference in terms of acceleration. There will be no improvement in handling, braking or steering feel (in fact, the A5 might actually be better because it has a lighter front end). That's why I say that the S5 is basically A5 3.0T. It's like BMW 328i vs. 335i or Mercedes C300 vs C350. If you want to get a "special" version fo the A5, you have to pony up for the RS5.
I'll let you know in about 4-6 weeks.
You are correct in your assumption about the added front end weight affecting the handling, as the V8 S5 did not handle as well (think Skid Pad g-force results & stopping distances) as the 2.0T due to the weight difference. But the weight difference between the 2.0t & the 3.0 is not as great, and therefore will not have the same effect.
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...trumented-test
Also, the S5 gets body mods & interior differences not included on the A5, or even the S-line cars. BMW & M-B do not do that with the models you mentioned, however. You have to go the the AMG versions to get the more aggressive look.
But, you have your opinion...and I have mine...and we are both entitled to them.
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10-02-2012, 02:27 PM
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Why don't you test drive both, and then pull the trigger? The 2013 S5 looks very good to me, even compared to my 2012 S5.
I bought the 2012 S5 because I like the V8 sound. But that's me.
I bought the 2012 S5 because I like the V8 sound. But that's me.