
Audi A5 cylinder configurations vary by model, as detailed below: 1. Audi A5 2.0TFSI Sportback Comfort: Inline 4-cylinder. 2. Audi A5 2.0TFSI Coupe: Inline 4-cylinder. 3. Audi A5 2.0TFSI Coupe Fashion Edition: Inline 4-cylinder. 4. Audi A5 3.2 Coupe quattro: Inline 6-cylinder. Below are the specifications for the Audi A5: The Audi A5 is equipped with two engines: 1. The Audi A5 low-power version features a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with 190 horsepower and a maximum torque of 320 Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. 2. The Audi A5 high-power version features a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with 252 horsepower and a maximum torque of 370 Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

I drive an Audi A5 Sportback 40 TFSI, which is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. When I was choosing the car, I specifically compared different options, and now the domestic A5L mostly uses this four-cylinder engine, with noticeable differences between the high and low power calibrations. Actually, the older models had a six-cylinder 55 TFSI version—that 3.0T engine delivered an exhilarating push-back sensation during acceleration, but it's much rarer to see on the road now. I opted for the four-cylinder mainly for fuel efficiency and daily practicality, with city commuting averaging around 9 liters per 100 km. The EA888 engine also has significant tuning potential. In terms of performance, the 45 TFSI version with 252 horsepower is more than sufficient, achieving 0-100 km/h in just over 6 seconds, and the transmission smoothness has improved noticeably compared to the older models.

When it comes to tuning, I've had quite some experience with the Audi A5. The mainstream models mostly feature a 2.0T inline-four engine, with the EA888 Gen 3.5 technology being a mature and stable option. I remember testing an imported S5 Coupe on the track once—that 3.0T V6 biturbo engine was something else, delivering 340 horsepower with quattro all-wheel drive, and the deep exhaust note during corners gave me goosebumps. However, it's rare to see six-cylinder engines in new cars at dealerships these days. The four-cylinder engines have indeed excelled in lightweight design, with a noticeably more compact engine bay layout when you pop the hood. With just an exhaust mod and a stage 1 tune, even a four-cylinder can deliver some serious fun.

Recently helped a friend pick a used car and thoroughly researched the Audi A5's engine configurations. Currently, the new cars on sale are almost all equipped with four-cylinder engines. The domestic version 40TFSI uses a low-power 2.0T (204 hp), while the 45TFSI is the high-power version (265 hp). There's also a diesel version available in Europe. Notably, the third-generation EA888 engine has resolved many oil consumption issues, and its dual-mode direct injection + manifold injection is quite clever. Cold-start noise control is significantly better than the older models. The only regret is that the current model has discontinued the 3.0T six-cylinder version, but Audi has integrated a 48V mild hybrid system into the four-cylinder engine, making the auto start-stop much smoother.
