2021 Audi A5 Coupe Review: Style and Substance? 4K

Rory gets behind the wheel of the 2021 Audi A5 Coupe, to see if it offers a good alternative to the multitude of mid-sized SUVs and hatchbacks on offer.
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[@oneminuteerik584]

Rory is so critical about the cars he reviews. I love it. Nobody else in the business really says their opinion about the car, but Rory gives some real, fair and justified advice.

[@yusafmalik5171]

Chris Harris would be the only other one imo along with Clarkson

[@MrSdb98]

"all about the knobs" 🤣🤣

[@anthonydeas2173]

And this one is a nice one.... 🍆

[@Whiponized]

@@anthonydeas2173 ok calm down ur an adult

[@anthonydeas2173]

@@Whiponized ah.. I'm guessing you aren't...?

[@gazzabrownhigh8891]

worrying, very worrying

[@sov-js6ru]

PAUSE! 😂

[@ducksareawesome8900]

rory you’re honestly one of the best reviewers out there

[@dragospahontu]

Have you ever heard of Savagegeese?

[@AnchonCat]

Man jus kiss it

[@kristians2704]

Doug Demuro

[@Phoenix_Core]

no

[@andrewlawson4901]

In terms of looks, that statement sums it very nicely 0:36. For me, the A5 has always been a head turner. The designers of the car really nailed it, even with all the previous generations

[@spacemanfla]

The designer of the original A5 said it was his masterpiece. The design after 2016 I think is awful. Gone is the elegance of simplicity. It no longer has flowing lines.

[@Mayank_Maximum]

A4 and a5s were best audis and are

[@GeneralCompton]

I purchased an A5, I think it's amazing if I listened to this guy, I most probably wouldn't by it, it's a wonderful car if you really want one don't listen to this guy and go for a test drive. I love my Audi A5 and it performed excellent on the motorway, I don't know what this guy talking about

[@taureangrant5107]

I am here listening from Trinidad and Tobago

[@Dusk0570]

good lad

[@joaquinjr2570]

I’m from Antigua

[@rob3018]

Hi Trinidad and Tabago!🇹🇹... From Colombia! 🇨🇴

[@dukeofyorkshire355]

Wha'ppen!? Wish i was in San Juan, liming in the sunshine, and eating a double. Instead, I'm in Bradford and it's raining.

[@Tripp55]

I'm one of those rare breeds that prefers the A5 Coupe to the A5 Sportback

[@raccs600]

its really a hit or miss

[@abadam6649]

The 5 door version just looks like a business car something my dad would drive.

[@liamcastro-wilkins3018]

I guess Rory forgot that there's actually 3 petrols available, the 45 TFSI quattro is an absolute beauty

[@nombusomngadi5110]

Best review I've seen thus far. You're really good at what you do

[@bb-nq5qc]

Rory, in plain spoken terms.. you are a man of benevolent words. The one and only, as far as I am concerned. You literally have no competition.

[@TheCarKrazeOfficial]

My favorite review channel

[@CycoWarriorx]

Rory with the pivot into the backseat was impressive but flexing the entire review in some Jordan’s - priceless... 🙌🏽😎

[@kalyanbv1000]

You ate one one the best presenter and its really awesome to watch autotrader reviews

[@autonewstv86]

No car review channel can ever touch Joe and how he interacts with his community.

[@dilveernirmaan2954]

Yes

[@Afriendinhand]

I dont agree

[@davidjewood]

who's Joe?

[@sph_holl2650]

Erm.... Joe?

[@Patient_Lion_BS]

I lold when you said joe

[@gatgolf]

Excellent - No Nonsense - Review. Well done.

[@NotReadyPlayerOne]

What a way to start a video! That opening line: 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@MidnightLux]

"Vertically challenged" is probably the best thing Rory has ever said

[@NS-wy6dl]

Vertically Challenged 😂😂, nailed it Rory 😂😂

[@Handyandy747]

Best car reviews on the ‘Tube!

[@Shyted]

I’ve got a 2017 coupe, no regrets. Really love it.

[@dragospahontu]

Maybe Lexus RC is better

[@Shyted]

@@dragospahontu never been interested in Lexus.

[@JAM_2024]

Hopefully you only leased. These things depreciate really quick and are worthless once the warranty expires.

[@dragospahontu]

@@Shyted dude you have to give em ago, those engines are legit next level!

[@Shyted]

@@JAM_2024 had it just over 12 months, depreciation doesn’t bother me. Will have it a couple more years.

[@buba_Dukz]

Shout out from Newyork Rory ✌🏽😉

[@MrHealthWellness]

Excellent review. Can’t see them selling much of these.

[@ianburgess1436]

This is a brilliant review of the A5. I have a 2018 TFSI which has the 190bhp engine. What the reviewer says about the engine edchoed what an Audi salesman said when comparing the A4 40TFSI against the 35TFSI. The former being much better. The eviewer is absolutely correct about the rear seating. It's difficult both getting in the rear as well as exiting from the rear. Nice car to drive but I wouldn't buy another; mainly because of the lack of usefulness of the rear seats. Better buy a Sportback so you get 2 extra doors.

[@whyzen2081]

I love Rory's reviews.

[@jamiep61]

I enjoyed watching the Video Review. Looks very nice 👍

[@Jinny-Wa]

I bought 2008 A5 coupe, absolute beauty. Lots of people look at it and talk when i drive around with it, maybe bit too much for my taste lol, i wasn't expecting that much.

[@CarObsession]

Great review Rory!

[@Allyourneedsmet]

This is what is called a review. Lol'ed at the vertical challenged joke, quite a nice funny way of saying short.

[@ChrisFtype87]

This is my favorite car review channel together with carwow. Keep on going.

[@DRIFTUKOFFICIAL]

The facelift version of the old a5 still looks the best to me. This interior is nicer though

[@raccs600]

far better

[@Wayn3z]

Exactly the 2014 one looks way better IMO

[@roughryder5]

Great review brother!

[@magnustan841]

For that driving thrill that some people seek, the S5 is a good bet. Still smooth, still comfortable and refined, but with a decent engine note and driving dynamics to make you smile.

[@rnichol22]

But the price is just silly

[@ivanjovanovic362]

Nice kicks Rory!

[@Gez492]

Agree with Rory about the car q competent, reasonably practical, safe and hopefully good looking. I think this offers a great deal in its segment. If you want thrills and pay the money the 2021 RS5 Sportback is a great car, its ferociously quick and still fights well, with its competitors, even though its at the end of its model life. The shape has endured because its pretty much perfect and copied by many including the 4 series coupe which still hasn't pulled it off imo.

[@murrynathan]

All the trees in this video are absolutely beautiful!

[@kasimabbas2905]

Love the shape of this audi A5 & the rs5

[@Horizon301.]

That is Audis latest MMi system. The dual screen is the same system with the climate controls switched to a screen. A3, Q3 etc all have this one screen system which is far superior. Also, this is a facelift hence it still has the original controls

[@yes8032]

Indeed a attractive car

[@JAM_2024]

That’s the only good thing about the car.

[@zynan]

The A5 coupe great car for one or two people. I’ve had 3 four-door Golfs and 4 different Audi A3 four-doors, and never used the rear seats.

[@tafaragadze6432]

Honestly, Aufi's wagons are a more propelling proposition for me. I love them.

[@milosae7634]

nice video nice car good job mate

[@jasongreen7065]

Excellent review. Was considering one of these exact models, but it seriously lacks power. Will be looking at the latest gen 4 series instead. Thanks

[@MrSunnyBhoy]

I wouldn't call an A5 sporty but great review as always. i hate fake exhaust tips though and audi keep doing it

[@ChaseBond11]

0-60 in 8.9 with numb steering and floppy suspension isn't sporty enough for you? 😅

[@GY9944]

I really miss that generations of iPod's you were referring to in this video haha

[@epicswirl]

Love my s5 sportback 😍

[@grigiogt8793]

Love my 2019 Audi A5, 45 TFSi S line black edition in quantum grey.

[@billminkowitz3710]

Just as I was thinking “ Ugh,not another Audi!” You said knobs and blamo I’m sucked back in!👍🏻🍸

[@henrywang2365]

4:02 you'd expect a car with this price tag to give you electronic adjustable seats...

[@alaffy1112]

This is the latest infotainment. The difference is that anything below A/S/RS 6 gets one screen and manual climate controls

[@dylantoussaintinnocent5920]

cool design nice interior very sportly

[@maximbrown583]

Love this guy

[@kidsavage1606]

Nice Jordan's mate

[@AutoTraderTV]

Who's tempted by the 2021 A5? ⬇️

[@gabrielcaramet3238]

Me

[@mahadbajwa5751]

Moi

[@Fredsworld99]

I'll pass on this one. The pre face lift was nicer to look at, the engine changes on these are sad. Definitely this a5 is a posers car. All looks, no soul

[@CarlosLemans]

Nice review direct to the point, specially when the talks about road noise, something unacceptable for a premium car, for this I discarded the BMW series.

[@Under_Construction100]

"Allegedly seats four". That line killed me 🤣🤣🤣. Rory i keep saying you're on a league of your own. On another note I really don't understand the design of these 3 German coupes (C Class, 4 series & A5). Big bodies but no rear passenger space at all - worse in the C Class. I currently drive a Kia Cerato Koup (Forte Koup in other countries) but the rear leg & head room is quite generous. I'm 5 foot 11 but with the driver seat in my driving position I seat comfortably in the rear seat on long distances. I can't lie though, I'm aiming to get one of these German coupes. I love them.

[@xIcarus227]

Well coupes are supposed to be smaller versions of sedans so I'm not sure why you're surprised about the lack of rear space. Think about it, if you really shuffle people in the back a lot you're going to go 4-door without the shadow of a doubt. Big body does mean you've got more room in the front too though, which is kinda the point.

[@ChocolateboyWL]

Great looking car !!! :)

[@nbb6609]

This is interesting. I’m looking at an A5 5dr and a 530d. This might have just helped me decide.

[@MrGooglemon]

"For me a car with four doors"', says the guy with the two door Mustang ;)

[@franciscodiaz9595]

I own a 2019 coupe. 2.0T flawless

[@MphoMogatusi]

It looks great

[@georgealex19]

Identical interior as the A4 ❤

[@raymck2115]

Good review, don't know why they got rid of the 3.Od. great engine but now its only on the S5 which is a lot more money not fair for the normal punters. Not everyone can afford the S4

[@kevinkariuki239]

“That person has made the right decisions in life.” Love that

[@Sww1975]

Ive got the 45 Quattro and it drives like a dream

[@sutats]

The bag hook in the trunk is the selling point for me.

[@YusufGinnah]

*"I like nice knobs and I cannot lie..."* _Rory-2021_ 🙈😆🤣🤣

[@Gustavo-ly4qv]

Do a review on the RS5 Coupe please

[@dan_hone4068]

“Get a car with four doors” says the mustang owner! 😂

[@AutoTraderTV]

Mustang Convertible. It has a big door in the roof so it's even more practical than a 4 door.

[@avieshek]

Rory, the the MKBHD of cars. Focus on having 60fps HDR support in 2021

[@richardlabeja]

I have an A5. It looks good sat outside my house but it really isn't that much fun to drive. I'll be replacing it later this year.

[@JurgenFlop]

What don’t you like about it and what did you buy instead

[@joeyn3590]

Serious question; how are 4 seat 2 door coupes legal? To get out in an emergency in a 4 door car, you just open your door and get out. In a 2 door coupe in the back seat, you have to wait for the front passenger to get out and open the seat before you can leave. In an emergency those seconds could mean you don’t escape a fire. I love 2 door coups. I accept the lack of practicality for the better styling. That being said, you would think that by now that governments would have jumped on them

[@JayDUB213512]

Beautiful but i would definitely want more power and rear wheel drive

[@adr0110]

Travesty that you're not still on Topgear!!

[@Alex-zi6ym]

He already was on TopGear wasn't he?? But left.

[@adr0110]

@@Alex-zi6ym Obviously... 🤦‍♂️

[@Alex-zi6ym]

@@adr0110 haha fs how did i not realise... Im so slow lol.. to much mary jane

[@Lufefe]

Dream car 🥺

[@Kev27RS]

Nice review! There's more than 2 petrol engines available. There's also the 45 TFSI with around 265 hp. Cheers

[@danielgrist5830]

I have A5 3.0 Tdi Quattro s Tronic, looks great and fairly nippy being 245bhp, this is a great all rounder car with a little grit under the bonnet should you want it 😃

[@shockthepig7853]

Imagine this, rory as hammond doug as may and alex from ct as jermey and making top gear 3.0

[@Tripp55]

European viewers might be interested to know that you can't even get the watered-down versions of most Audi's in American. It is sold as a more luxury brand here. For instance, the 35 and 40 A5 Coupe FWD does not exist here, only the 45 Quattro.

[@SalmanAhmed-pj1pg]

Awesome Soon🥰

[@likeris2]

I love how it 's look. is it reliable 2.0L petrol engine?

[@swayama6489]

Imagine this KZbin channel giving giveaways🙄😂

[@tafaragadze6432]

I was expecting " I'm all about the knobs... and this... is knobby."

[@TerryStewart32]

What’s the exterior difference between the A5 and S5

[@neiltodankar8034]

Autotrader: Remember to insert a short joke. Rory: "Vertically Challenged"

[@AlstonOwens]

Quote of the week( possibly the Month ) - "This person has made the right decisions in LIFE !!!! 😎😎😎

[@timsamanchi3004]

I have owned both BMW420 and Audi A5 cabriolet Sline special edition. The Audi wins by a mile in everything. Handling, looks, performance, comfort level,..etc. The Audi has more sophisticated looks about and its aim for a sophisticated people where as BMW are tacky for petrol heads and the uncouth.

[@DanielJW247]

For that amount amount of money you can get so much better, more involving cars, like a GTI, a WRX, even base model Mustang (correct me if I´m wrong) Though for people who don´t really care about cars but still want to look wealthy, this is a worthy option.

[@sunshadow9704]

How in a world you can place junk mustang and German engineering Audi in one sentence?

[@DanielJW247]

@@sunshadow9704I just like Mustangs and I really don´t like most Audi models. It´s a subjective thing.

[@sunshadow9704]

@@DanielJW247 Jokes aside, I understand. To each their own.

[@jimp.5896]

I just don't understand the point in reviewing a coupe, and then complaining about the fact it only has 2 doors. ??? I bought my A5 coupe for the styling and rarely need to use the read seats. Love it and will buy again.

[@theo_konstantinou]

What is the best engine to choice ?

[@theheadshotstudio9254]

Really don't like the design of the new A5 - older models looked much more aggressive. Rory was brilliant as ever.

[@Ravi_2244]

Any Rory fan boys from India 🇮🇳

[@PlaylordOne1696]

Thank you for saying your height. Many reviewers forget that.

[@carswith-k]

"If you are vertically challenged.."😭😭😭

[@AbdulHadi-wt5hm]

Man called me vertically challenged

[@AMchou]

that's weird, in Canada we have only one choice of engine and it's a 255 bhp 4 cylinder turbo.

[@louis5945]

Crazy that they cheapen the brand by selling a 150hp engine - completely gutless

[@TheZimbeatz]

Should have done the S5

[@thamir4918]

Nice

[@stevequinn70]

Couldn’t agree more with that. I got one on lease as it was cheap in December, but I’ve realised I need more. I’ve just had to order a Porsche. Nice looking car and good tech, but massively lacking driver involvement.

[@strikefootball10]

Can you review S5 sportback?

[@TheKamble]

It can allegedly sit four people 😂😂 Is this a car review or comedy. Can't breathe. Loving it from Kenya🇰🇪

[@Under_Construction100]

Bro 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@titan1674]

Can you do a review on a Audi A7.