Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Audi A5 3.0 TDI Diesel Quattro


The last few days have really been a downer reviewing all the GM management errors for my posts, so today I am doing a new post about a beautiful car....the Audi A5. Since gasoline/petrol is anticipated to go up substantially, this could be a good green buy. The A5 TDI currently is available for sale in Europe, the gasoline powered A5 and S5 are available in the U.S. When gas prices increase in the U.S., I anticipate that Audi will import the car.
Most manufacturers have been focusing on building hybrids, a full hybrid typically costs approximately $9000 more per vehicle. The Europeans have been focusing on diesel technology since the 1980's. The cost of petrol in Europe is much higher than gasoline is in the U.S., therefore, diesels make economic sense. A diesel engine is substantially cheaper to manufacturer than a hybrid system.
Check this out, the 0-60 time for the diesel is 5.8 seconds, very comparable to the gasoline version of the A5. The engine is a 3.0 liter which produces 240 hp. The average fuel economy is anticipated at 32 mpg. Braking is exceptional at 70-0 at 165 ft. Audi has been know for their class leading interiors, the A5 is no exception. Owners rave about the A5 see Edmunds owner reviews.
Pricing for a US version A5 starts at $42,000 and the S5 at $52,700.

6 comments:

  1. Hi Pete,

    New Audi Quatro looks good. I like the color of the car in your picture. Still diesel is less expensive in Japan, too. So many commercial vehicles are diesel. But I think they should develop hybrid or electric. And I know they are doing.

    Thank you for your post, thank you for your info.

    Shaw Funami
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  2. Hi Pete .. looks a lovely car - I know people here rave about them. I was driven back from London in a latest model a few years ago & I must say it held the road beautifully and we had a few bursts of speed .. it was extremely comfortable.

    Interesting post about the two markets .. in England it's the tax they take on petrol = not v helpful ..

    Hilary Melton-Butcher
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  3. Hello Shaw,

    Your correct...it is going to take a number of technologies to get using less gasoline. My view is that diesel is part of the solution. Diesel prices here in the U.S. are higher than gasoline and supplies are somewhat limited.

    The Germans are working on hybrid systems. Mercedes, BMW are working in coordination with GM and Chrysler on hybrid systems.

    Thank you so much for commenting on my post!

    Best Regards

    Pete Baca
    The Car Enthusiast Online

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  4. Hilary,

    The A5 is an exceptional car, Audi has been improving design, engineering, performance, and styline over the last few years.

    The markets are different, but we have similar goals. Hopefully, the car manufacturers can work together to increase mileage.

    Thank you for your comments!

    Best Regards

    Pete Baca
    The Car Entusiast Online

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  5. Hi Pete

    This is a nice car, I would consider get one.
    Thank you for sharing.
    Giovanna Garcia
    Imperfect Action is better than No Action

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  6. Hello Giovanna,

    Audi is developing some great cars! I would recommend that they be on your shopping list since your a BMW fan!

    Best Regards

    Pete Baca
    The Car Enthusiast Online

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