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3.0L, 7-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, 4x4
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Audi A5 Base (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 Audi A5 Base is a four-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the Australian market on 7th July 2012. The Audi A5 is regarded as a sports car built in Germany with prices starting at $112,400 before on-road costs.
This Audi A5 is powered by a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine that has 200 kW of power (at 4780 rpm) and 400 Nm of torque (at 2150 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Audi claims the A5 Base uses 8.5L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 199g of CO2. It has a 64L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 753km per full tank
The Audi A5 measures 1383mm (54.4 inches) in height, 4630mm (182.3 inches) in length, 1854mm (73.0 inches) in width with a 2751mm (108.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1925kg (4243.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The A5 Base comes standard with 245/40 R18 front tyres and 245/40 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2012 Audi A5 Base has a 114mm ground clearance with a 2100kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
72.25 - 115.94 kW/t
70 kW/t
235.19 kW/t
Boot Space
320 - 455 litres
112 litres
455 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.7 - 8.5 L/100km
4.7 L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
753 - 1,383 km
496 km
1,383 km
Price
$66,900 - $112,900
$23,390
$189,135
Warranty (Years)
3 years
1 year
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
20,000 km
Unlimited
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,955 - 2,350 kg
1,640 kg
2,350 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 - 2,100 kg
1,200 kg
2,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
114 mm
114 mm
143 mm
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Dimensions
4,630 mm
1,854 mm
1,383 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,630 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,854 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,383 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,751 mm |
| Load Capacity | 425 mm |
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Explore Audi A5 Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Supercharger
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 199
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.5
Engine (cc): 2995
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 89.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.9
Main Capacity (L): 64
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.1
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Screen Size (in): 7.0
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 753
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 468
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 33
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 28
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.5
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.3
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 272
Maximum Power (kW): 200
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4780
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2150
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Centre
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 18
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 18
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Convertible
Platform Code: MLB
Spoiler
Trunk/Hatch Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Boot/Hatch
Trunk/Hatch Spoiler Type: lip
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 11.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 320
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.6
Front Track (mm): 1590
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 114
Overall Height (in): 54.4
Overall Height (mm): 1383
Overall Length (in): 182.3
Overall Length (mm): 4630
Overall Width (in): 73.0
Overall Width (mm): 1854
Rear Track (in): 62.1
Rear Track (mm): 1577
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Wheelbase (in): 108.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2751
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.9
Front Headroom (mm): 1014
Rear Headroom (in): 36.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 922
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1378
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 46.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1190
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Concealed System
Convertible Roof
Roof Soft Colour: Black
Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
Roof Soft Operation: Electric
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2100
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4630
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2350
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5181
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1925
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4244
Tare Weight (kg): 1885
Audio System
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: DVD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Front Digital Television: yes
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 5
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Climate Controlled: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Climate Controlled: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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