Audi A5 Avant: E-Hybrid, Hybrid Station Wagon test, technical data and price

The first step was taken last February, with a substantial modification made to the denomination of the various models (previously those equipped with an electrical engine were marked with an equal number, while the odds indicated the presence under the hood of a combustion engine), but it is with the advent of the new Audi A5 e–Hybridarriving in the sedan bodywork variants e Avantthat some important news related to this revolution are expected. The debut on the market of the heir of theA4in fact, marks the transition from the abbreviation TFSI E to the most modern And–Hybridwith the proposal linked to the plug-in hybrid motorization which represents an important solution for (almost) all the brands owned by the group Volkswagen. In the case of the last arrival in the range of the house of the four rings, the main credentials are represented by a sporting dynamic guaranteed by the Four Ultra all -wheel drivefrom an autonomy greater than 100 kilometers (in the combined mixed WLTP cycle) in mode Full Electric and from the rich on -board technological equipment. Here’s how it goes and its technical characteristics.

Audi A5 E-Hybrid: design, size, exterior

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Audi A5 e–Hybrid It is the family member, in a sedan version or station wagon (Avant) which marks the debut on the united market Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), the modular platform dedicated to models with longitudinal front thermal engine. It does not change much in terms of size, as evidenced by 4,829 mm in length, with a step of 2,892 mmcome on 1,860 mm width and come on 1,443 mm of height (1,458 mm For the version Avant), while the trunk has a load capacity between the 331 he is 1,175 liters (go to 361 to 1,306 liters forAvant). The car is produced in Germany a Neckarsulmwith an even more aerodynamic design than the previous model and with the novelty of the second generation of the rear optic groups with technology OLEDwith the Lighting Design (up to eight light signatures are available) and interaction Car-to X which allow you to report any dangerous situations to other road users in advance.

Audi A5 E-Hybrid: battery, engines, versions

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It is the combination of the endothermic engine (powered by petrol 4 cylinders 2.0 TFSI with Miller cycle and an integrated permanent permanent magnets synchronous electric engine, together with a separation clutch, in the seven -speed S Tronic gearbox, to characterize the mechanics of the Audi A5 e–Hybrid. From a purely performance point of view, the variants from 367 hp take 0 to 100 km/h in 5.1 secondswhile at configurations from 299 hp they need it 5.9 secondsin the face of a maximum self -limited speed a 250 km/h (140 km/h in mode Full Electric). As for the lithium ion battery from 20.7 kWh net (25.9 kWh gross) the possibility of recharging exclusively with alternating current up to 11 kW (previously it was 7.4 kW) allowing to fully restore the energy level in the accumulator in 2.5 hours.

Audi A5 E-Hybrid: Infotainment, Interior, Technology

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From a technological point of view theAudi A5 e–Hybrid It is characterized by its five IT platforms High–Performance Computing Platform (HCP) that control all the functions of the vehicle. In addition to the presence of good quality materials, climbing on this elegant and dynamic station wagon we find a digital stage consisting of a panoramic OLED display from 14.5 “ for the infotainment combined with an instrument panel (Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus) from 11.9 inches. On the top of the range S line edition there is also an interactive screen from 10.9 inches which allows you to reproduce content of various kinds.

Audi A5 E-Hybrid, the test: how it goes, performance

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For those used to traveling at top speeds on long travel, probably the heart of Piedmont is not the most suitable place, given that the only reference section on the relationship Asti–Wedge It is represented by the famous Unfinished (the’A33) that, immediately after the city of Sunriseflows into the provincial road. On the other hand, the Langhe are lands of Belvedere, of castles and crops, especially of hazelnuts. And it is precisely on these hills recognized by theUNESCO as a site of the World heritage that we decided to test ours Audi A5 e–Hybrid Avant (in the preparation S line edition). Said that in the more technical traits the temptation to set the guide mode Dynamic (with the endothermic engine offering an immediate response) it is always very strong, it should be recorded as the Drive modes comfort and Efficiency They offer better results for a plug-in car. Along the beyond 60 kilometers of a ring route with departure and arrival fixed to Cerreto Langhepassing through the municipalities of BaroloOf Morra and of Grinzane Cavourwe were able to appreciate above all the great versatility of a station wagon with a sports soul, with a on -board technology worthy of this premium proposal, for a first -class trip. Positive feedback also from a performance point of view, even if inside the passenger compartment it is the comfort that makes it the master, in the face of a complete equipment for European standards (even if there is no lack of models proposed by some competitors that have a greater number of accessories).

Audi A5 E-Hybrid: fittings, prices and versions

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Audi A5 e–Hybrid It will arrive in the dealerships in June in two versions, sedan and Avantboth available with a maximum system power equal to 299 And 367 hpand with three arrangements (Business, Business Advanced And S line edition). The price list starts, respectively, from 64,300 (for the sedan) and from 66,700 euros turnkey (for Avant). Price list 75,650 and from 78,050 euros turnkey for their respective configurations from 367 hpproposals in the top of the range setting S line edition.

Audi A5 E-Hybrid: strengths and weaknesses

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Below we go to indicate the strengths and weaknesses found during our road test carried out in Piedmont, in the heart of the Langhebehind the wheel of the new Audi A5 e–Hybrid.

• Efficiency: by fully exploiting the available driving methods, it is possible to travel to reduced consumption, with a driving pleasure guaranteed by the synergy between the two engines;
• Infotainment: the digital stage proposed inside the passenger compartment still represents a plus;
• Performance: beyond the dimensions and a traditionally more marked style on the aesthetic side, the Audi A5 E-Hybrid is confirmed by dynamic, foolish and pleasant to drive even among the hairpin bends;

• Capacity of storage compartments: from a model of this type, with premium dimensions and equipment, perhaps one would expect something more, if only for a matter of practicality;
• On board: the classic style of Audi, combined with the use of good quality materials, is convincing, but the impression is that at these prices some competitors would have dared (and offered) something more;
• Battery charging: on this model it takes place only in alternating current.

Audi A5 E-Hybrid: the technical data sheet

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Below you can find the technical data sheet of anAudi A5 e–Hybrid available in two versions, respectively with a maximum power of 299 and of 367 hp.