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Audi A5 Base (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 Audi A5 Base is a front-wheel drive, 2-door Coupe that was released to the Australian market on 2nd February 2012. The Audi A5 is regarded as a sports car built in Germany with prices starting at $66,900 before on-road costs.
This Audi A5 is powered by a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine that has 125 kW of power (at 3800 rpm) and 320 Nm of torque (at 1400 rpm) via a Variable SP AUTOMATIC transmission. Audi claims the A5 Base uses 5.8L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 134g of CO2. It has a 65L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1121km per full tank
The Audi A5 measures 1372mm (54.0 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 1530kg (3373.1 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.
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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
1,372 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,630 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,854 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,372 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,751 mm |
| Load Capacity | 425 mm |
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Explore Audi A5 Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 134
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1798
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.8
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 84.1
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: 17.2
Main Capacity (L): 65
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.3
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): 6.5
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1121
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 697
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 49
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.8
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 228
Maximum Speed (mph): 142
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 320
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1400
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
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: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: MLB
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim on Exhaust Pipe: yes
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 Down (cu ft): 29.3
Rear Seat Down (L): 829
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 455
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.6
Front Track (mm): 1590
Overall Height (in): 54.0
Overall Height (mm): 1372
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): 39.1
Front Headroom (mm): 993
Rear Headroom (in): 36.0
Rear Headroom (mm): 914
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1378
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.8
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1342
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof One Touch Opening: yes
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
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
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
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): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1955
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4310
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1530
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3373
Tare Weight (kg): 1489
Audio System
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Speed-Adjustable Volume: yes
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Media Type: CD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
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
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
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 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
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Climate Controlled: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
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 Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
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
Below Seat Storage
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Glove Compartment
Lockable: yes
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Digital Display: yes
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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