The Red Devils

It masteraAudi A5 for me - the most beautiful car of all that I ever made "- says chief designer Walter de Silva Audi. And I'm not going to argue with him. The Italian managed to bring the meter into the design of the Audi the very healthy aggression and sportiness, which is so lacking brand. Smooth contours of the body, elongated silhouette, feeling frozen in every detail of inspiration - that's what the author's style de Silva, and that's what coupe A5. The long wheelbase, short overhangs, the alternation of concave and convex surfaces gives the car a model form of class Grand Tourismo. It is true that evil tongues had already accused Audi of plagiarism, claiming that the rear of the car, and the first light, a strong resemblance Coupe BMW 3-Series. But this is a very controversial statement. Charged version, S5, even more aggressive. Chrome grille and lower bumper, successfully entered into aerodynamic silhouette, large 18-inch wheels with 245/40 low-profile tires and two twin pipe exhaust system, separated on either side aft - all very sporty! What's inside? "Common" ideyaMogu honestly say that I was always Audi interiors are not particularly happy. Not in the sense of any omissions or ergonomic qualities, but in terms of style of interior decoration, which is little changed from model to model. For example, you can sit in the A6, then climb into the A8 and hard to find the "ten differences." Unification, of course, great reduces costs, but the "general idea" and can wear down. So nice that the designers have tried to give the interior of the S5 at least some originality. Yes, the front panel and steering-wheel, center console and tunnel between the driver and passenger are very similar to the already mentioned A6. However, in the case of the coupe creators just launched a console to the driver, trying to underline his supremacy, and hinting at sportiness. This is also evidenced by the dashboard with the "down" arrow down the tachometer and speedometer, which, alas, again reminiscent of Audi, but R8. But do not be too picky, and recognize that the whole interior of the S5 makes a very good impression. It correlates well with the overall style of the model and has a good level of production. It is true that in the test compartment somehow stick in the driver's door handle, but it is - so small flaw. For the other parts of fit, quality plastic and decorative materials have no complaints. You can not find fault and to ergonomics salon. The driver's seat comfortable and has improved lateral support, it is equipped with all necessary adjustments, including the ability to change the degree of lumbar support and cushion length. Moreover, despite the small overall height, the wheel can get quite high and people due to the low location of the seat. Naturally, the bagel is regulated both in height and on the flight. Understand the purpose of many levers and buttons do not work is. In addition, most of the functions vested in the proprietary system MMI, which is controlled by a joystick on the tunnel. With the help of MMI, you can configure some parameters of the car, and familiarize themselves with the testimony of the onboard computer. In addition, most of the required information can be displayed on the monitor, located between the tachometer and speedometer. Audiotsentrom issuing a very high quality sound, easy to operate without taking your hands off the wheel - with the buttons on the steering wheel. It is worth paying attention to the roomy glove compartment, as well as the large door pockets and a compartment under the center armrest. The trunk is surprisingly capacious and its volume is 455 liters. But the rear seats is not enough. Two separate seat well profiled, but legroom is a little bit. If a passenger can still somehow get by moving the front seat, the driver can accommodate over unless the child. On the other hand, Audi S5 - car driver. And the driver - not a beginner. EkspressPod hood Audi S5 is set well familiar from other models of the 8-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine of 4.2 liters. In the case of S5, he develops 354 hp and gives time of 440 Nm. But what is especially nice, aggregated engine with manual 6-speed gearbox. The first dispersal of reminded me of a high-speed train Senkansen in Japan - the acceleration is literally breathtaking. It was no joke, the second hundred on the odometer is exchanged for 5.1 seconds, and only a maximum speed is electronically limited to 250 km / h. And thanks to a proprietary all-wheel drive quattro transmission to the implementation of remarkable potential of this no problem. Operating in the transmission sends viskomufty 60% since the rear wheels and 40% - on the front, but this ratio can vary depending on the situation. But in any case, the front axle can be transferred no more than 60% of capacity. Therefore, in my opinion, it is "quattromo-beat" is the most predictable and manageable. Of course, to handle such a vehicle requires certain skills. The main thing - to feel how he is obedient and predictable in the reactions. Exquisite engines with direct fuel injection, S5 is very sensitive to the gas supply - hardly touched the pedal, and getting into the chair. In addition, the motor famously "spins" up to 7000 rev / min - the mark, and when the maximum power. "Best" is its ability to demonstrate the engine after 3000 r / min. Of course, that his "unwinding" is accompanied by a very pleasant sound of the engine and tuned exhaust system, why are beginning to turn around their heads to find the source of well-fed growl. This compartment must be able not only well-dispersed, but no less effective brake. And it is able. And the happy pedal "transparency", the ability to accurately calculate the required effort, which is attached to it at one time or another. Completely "loyal" and tuned suspension. Despite the "sports orientation» S5, springs and dampers provide a more than decent level of comfort. At the same time they manage virtually no body roll in turns, is why there is a nice feeling - it seems that you can race relentlessly fast and long. What I'm still somewhat disappointed, because this is the clutch. The pedal has just a huge swing. But its relative compliance - a double-edged sword: it is easy to squeeze and feel the "pick-up time" is not easy. And despite the fact that the transfer switch 6-speed manual gearbox, you can quickly and accurately - the mechanism has an enviable selectivity. But wielding a short convenient lever once again as something you do not want that in the car a sporty chassis is the desire to correct. By the way, is in the S5 a fun option: a small panel reports - what kind of gear engaged, and recommends that - at what point should move to a higher, to achieve improved fuel economy. Follow these tips - it boring, I want to see. Yes electronics like herself understands this and is disabled when the driver starts to move into sport mode, and only when the maximum speed timidly, an arrow indicates that it is time to switch. On top of talking about the ride qualities of the S5 I want to say that I have any criticism and to the steering control. Its not exactly sharp - from edge to edge of cake, doing little more than three revolutions - a lot for a car of this type. And the steering intervention is always palpable. If you are unhurried maneuvering in the city (it's on the S5!) Ease of steering - rather a plus than a minus, then start with the active driving experience problems with accuracy control. Yes, cake, heavy, yet not sufficiently for my taste. On the other hand, S5 - this is quite a comfortable car, aimed not at the race track, and the daily operation. Well, this argument can be taken into account. Place on rynkeEto place is, and demand for the Audi A5/S5, it seems to me to be. Yes and no direct competitors is not easy to find: Mercedes-Benz and BMW now have a range of mid-size coupe, only the Lexus SC, but soon debuting in Russia Infiniti G37 Coupe will be able to enter into competition with the Audi. Prices begin from 51 800 euro for A5, and from 64 953 euros for the sport versions S5.