The Frankfurt Motor Show is underway and already we’ve seen some interesting vehicles put on display such as the Lamborghini Reventon Roadster and Volkswagen’s L1 Concept. Well now it’s Audi’s turn to show off their S5 Sportback, pictured above.

This vehicle features a 3.0L v6 engine capable of 333hp 324 pounds-per-foot of torque, a 0-62mph sprint of just 5.4 seconds and a top speed of 155 mph all while maintaining a EPA rating of around over 24mpg. The car isn’t just fast, it looks nice too, a 4 exhaust pipes, S series wheels, a chrome grille and metallic side view mirrors.

Audi suggests their S5 Sportback will be made available in Germany sometime this spring for around €57,900 or around $85,000.

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In the same press release that let us know the official pricing for the 2010 Audi S4 is the pricing for the 2010 Audi A5 and S5.

Starting at $58,250 the Audi S5 featurs es a bit more power than that of it’s lesser brethren, the A5 which starts at $42,000. Additionally, the A5 will feature an AWD Quattro model that will sell for $44,100 when it hits dealerships later this year.

Now all we need is a price point and release date for the 2010 RS4, we’ll keep you posted.

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People who are planning and scheduling to get an Audi any time soon will be in for a treat. Aside from driving out their new car, they will have a three-month trial offer for “Sirius Everything” package. SIRIUS will be included as standard equipment in key models that include the A3, A4, A5, A6, A8 and R8 models as well as the Audi Q7 and Q5 models.

SIRIUS XM Radio is America’s satellite radio company delivering to subscribers commercial-free music channels, premier sports, news, talk, entertainment, and traffic and weather.

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Audi has recently come forward to give us a look at what we could expect to pay for their A4, A5 and Q5 models when they hit the market.

It seesm that the starting point for the A5 will be $36,000 for the 2.0T Quattro Coupe model. Of course, Audi offers a bunch of premiums that will see the price rocket past $44,000. We don’t have an exact number but apparantly the A4 2.0T will be priced similiar albeit a bit higher than the 2009 model. As for the Q5, you are looking at a starting point of $37,350.

Now, all we need is a price for the 2010 Audi S4 and we’ll be set.

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The Bang & Olufsen Sound System will be available for the new Audi A5 Sportback. Designed specially to complement the sporty personality of the spacious 5-door coupe and ensure a flawless listening experience, the system contains 14 speakers equipped at different parts of the car.  The Audi A5 Sportback also plays DVD-Video and comes with a 10GB Jukebox, CD/DVD player and a 7-inch high resolution wide screen.

Furthermore, the company’s patented True Image technology turns 2- and 5.1-channel signals into 7.1-channel surround sound which will absolutely enhance your driving experience. Bang & Olufsen’s car audio systems are recognized for their technology and design and this new system for the Audi A5 Sportback is certainly no exception.

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Audi has released some details on the new A5 Sportback, which is scheduled to go on sale in Europe following its debut at September’s Frankfurt Motor Show. Pricing in Europe will start at €36,050 (about $49,855) for the base 2.0L TDI model, yet, Audi has confirmed that an even more affordable model will arrive in the middle of next year. The new A5 Sportback sports a five door body with an elongated profile. Inside, there’s 980L of storage available when the rear seats are folded and generous space for four adults.

At the start, the A5 Sportback will be available with a choice of two gasoline and three diesel engines. To ensure the best handling performance, the A5 Sportback comes with a recently developed electronic stability program with an electronic differential lock on the front axle. The car also comes with the Audi drive select dynamic driving system, which permits the driver to select between three different modes which influences the throttle response features, the shift points for the seven-speed S tronic or multitronic transmissions, and supports the servotronic steering.

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Audi will be releasing a range of models in the upcoming years to expand into new segments as it attempts to overtake BMW and Mercedes by selling more than a 1.5 million vehicles by 2015. Some of the cars in the works include the A1 premium hatch, A7 four-door coupe and a Sportback version of the current A5.

While we’ve seen concept versions of the A1 and A7 previuosly, the Frankfurt Motor Show in September will reportedly host the debut of the all-new A5 Sportback. According to Auto Motor und Sport, the new A5 Sportback will be available by the end of the year, beside the high-performance RS version of the regular A5 Coupe.

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Three engines charge the performance of the Cabriolet. The base engine is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 211 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Front- and all-wheel-drive versions are available with this engine; front-drive versions use a continuously variable transmission, while quattro AWD versions get a six-speed automatic. Top speed is 130 mph. Audi’s 3.2-liter V-6 is also offered with 265 horsepower, AWD and the six-speed automatic. The top-range version is the S5 Cabriolet; it sports a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 with 333 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque, quattro all-wheel drive and a seven-speed S-Tronic dual-clutch transmission. Its top speed hits 155 mph, and it offers a rear differential that splits power between the rear wheels when traction is needed. Audi’s Drive Select system allows drivers to change the feel of transmission shifts, power delivery, steering and suspension.

The A5 Cabriolet’s cabin likely will be as snug and inviting as that in the A5 Coupe. For the convertible edition, Audi fits a 50/50 split-folding rear seat for access to the small trunk. The front seats on base versions are amply comfortable, but reviewers find the S5’s seats exceptionally supportive and firm for all types of driving.

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If you drive a convertible and you hate its audio system we might have a decent alternative for you. Bang & Olufsen decided to create one that will make all the others check your car out. The audio system has a dashboard-mounted microphone to cancel all that road noise that you get. Besides that there are 12 speakers which means you will get a 10 amp, 500 watt system ready to be installed in your Audi A5/55 Cabriolet. Oh you thought it was available for any convertible out there? Well not just yet! And there’s no pricing yet either.

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I know I’d like this Cabrio neatly positioned under my Christmas tree. The 2010 Audi A5/S5 Cabriolet was just announced. Well Audi guys, I’m sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but in some parts of the world it’s snowing or worse! That top must go up and turn the heat on. The Geneva Motor Show in March is where we’ll see the A5 (white) and S5 Cabriolets (blue).

It’s a long wait to March so let’s feast on some specs. The A5 will arrive with a 2.0L TFSI four-cylinder while the A5 Coupe will have a 3.2L FSI V6 engine. The S5 coupe has a powerful 4.2L V8 under the soon while the Cabrio S5 will have a 3.0L TFSI V6 which you might remember from the S4.

We need more details and some prices but I guess we have plenty of time to figure those out. Oh and in March, there’s still snow in Geneva.

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