It's not everyday that you get behind the wheel of a vehicle and say 'wow'. And even though I've always been a fan of Audi cars, including my brother's awesome A4, I've never quite enjoyed a car like this. The Audi A7 has been one of those cars that I've wanted to drive for a long time - and have yet to do so - but when I got the chance to drive the A5, I couldn't say no.
At first glance, it's a more compact version of the A7. It shares the same design cues and bold prowess - but it does have some personality of it's own. After getting behind the wheel of this sportback model, I was intrigued by it's acceleration and overall handling. With the newer luxury European cars (based on my experience with the Volvo S90 and the BMW 750Li), I found that the driving experience was really enjoyable, but because of the excessive comfort options, there was a small disconnect from the full driving experience.
Pairing the sleek design of a coupé with the enhanced functionality of an avant, the new Audi A5 Sportback has it all, and is sure to get you noticed.
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Beyond the vehicle's aesthetics and performance, there is a certain appeal about the car that exceeded my expectations. For a sedan, it stands out beyond most - especially at the luxury level, and it doesn't have a ridiculous price tag (Komfort trim starts at $49, 200).
All photography is courtesy of Julie Yeh (@julie_yay).