Driving Sports

Last spring I had the opportunity to take a number of quick cars around the track at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey California. I had a chance to drive the latest Dodge Viper, a Mazda RX-8, a skunk works Suzuki SX4, an Audi R8, Porsche Cayenne and others. But the one car that really suprised me the most was the new Audi S5. It was an amazing little car. Nimble, quick, comfortable and damn good looking.

It's probably no surprise that for 2010 Audi is now coming out with a convertible version of the same car, in both A and S(picy!) flavors. Personally, I think it looks conservatively stunning. Enjoy the pics and keep in mind these are of the Euro-spec model. The North American version may be slightly different.

2010 Audi A/S5 Facts

• The A5 product line is now expanded to include Cabriolet models with three powerful and fuel-efficient powertrains (2.0 TFSI 4 cylinder, 3.2 FSI V6, 3.0 TFSI V6 with supercharged technology).
• A5 Cabriolet features ground-breaking soft top technology for elegant styling, superior room and storage space, and superb driving dynamics.
• Unique 50/50 split rear folding seats allows maximum storage flexibility
• Audi Drive Select (adjustable engine/throttle mapping, suspension damping, and dynamic steering) is a benchmark in the segment and industry.
• New optional quattroSport rear differential enhances agility.
• USA market launch for A5/S5 Cabriolet is Fall 2009, as 2010 model year.
• A5/S5 Cabriolet replaces the A4/S4 Cabriolet.