2023 Audi A5 Review

Two-door luxury cars are a rarity in today's automotive landscape, and the 2023 Audi A5 lineup is among the last holdouts. The A5 is offered in three body styles: coupe, convertible and four-door hatchback. All three share traits with the closely related A4, including engine options, tech features and more.

For 2023, the A5 range gets a new set of standard 18-inch alloy wheels in a five-spoke design along with standard Matrix LED headlights. Packages and options also see minor changes. Like other Audis, the A5 boasts a high-quality, tech-rich interior that looks impressive without being ostentatious. One of the cabin's highlights is a 10.1-inch central touchscreen featuring clear graphics and a responsive display.

For propulsion, the A5 comes equipped with one of two turbocharged four-cylinder engines: a base 2.0-liter that makes 201 horsepower and an upgraded 2.0-liter that puts out 261 horsepower. If you need more performance you can step up to the S5 or RS 5 (reviewed separately).

The A5 is comfortable, handles confidently, and has no shortage of well-executed tech features. But it could use a bit more storage space and a more exciting driving experience to keep up with the competition, particularly the BMW 4 Series, which is offered in coupe, convertible and four-door hatch form just like the A5. Other competitors include the Lexus RC and Infiniti Q60 coupes, though both of those are getting long in the tooth.

The 2023 Audi A5 comes in three body styles: coupe, convertible (called Cabriolet) and a four-door hatchback (called Sportback). Three trim levels are offered for each body style: the base Premium trim, the midlevel Premium Plus trim and the range-topping Prestige.