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Originally Posted by Yannis  The A5 is a VERY important model for Audi:
1- It's the first model to feature the new MLP architecture , the comparison tests will show if Audi will be able to beat BMW in driving dynamics as the TT and A8 have done and in a lesser extend the A3/S3.
2- It competes in a segment where the sales are not significant but it will boost the image of Audi as a car maker with exciting/must have models (look how TT has helped Audi's image).
3- It will be the first model to introduce a new design direction with smaller short overhangs , distinctive details ect. that will be more emotional than before. |
I agree.
What is most important is that this is the car that will further cement Audi's reputation as a maker of permium automobiles with
superb driving dynamics, a phrase that has not been associated with Audi ever, up until recently after the R8. However, the A5 is more accesible to the majority of driving enthusiast and those that want an automobile with elegant design and an emotional driver connection than it's more expensive, limited production big brother. Beyond that this car will also thrust Audi right in front of BMW in terms of competitiveness from a driving dynamics standpoint as well. The A5 is a new technical generation of Audi that the world has not seen.