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2018 Audi A5 is a compact luxury car available as a coupe, a Cabriolet convertible, and as a Sportback hatchback. But regardless of which body style you prefer, the 2018 Audi A5 has the same great trim packages. If you aren't sure whether the base model Premium edition has what you want, or if you should upgrade to the Premium Plus, our trim level comparison below can tell you what you need to know to make a decision.
Audi A5 Premium vs. Audi A5 Premium Plus: Similarities
Both the A5 Premium and A5 Premium Plus come standard with the premium materials and advanced features that you expect from a luxury brand like Audi. Regardless of whether you pick the Premium or Premium Plus, you will enjoy the following benefits.
Key Features |
Powertrain | - 2.0L TFSI® four-cylinder engine
- 252 HP and 273 lb.-ft. of torque
- 5.7 sec. 0-60 MPH acceleration time
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Cabin Comfort | - Three-zone automatic climate control
- Leather seating surfaces
- 8-way power adjustable front seats with driver's side lumbar support
- Panoramic sunroof
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Technology | - 7-in. MMI® infotainment display
- Audi 10-speaker sound system
- Apple CarPlayâ„¢ and Android Autoâ„¢
- Bluetooth® wireless technology
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Additional Convenience | - Ambient LED interior lights
- Keyless entry, engine start/stop
- Automatic wipers and headlights
- Power tailgate
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Audi A5 Premium vs. Audi A5 Premium Plus: Differences
As you can see from the features they share, the Audi A5 offers a luxury experience at every turn! However, the mid-trim Premium Plus comes with a variety of equipment that that Premium does not. See the table below to learn what features are unique to the higher trim.
2018 Audi A5 Premium | Feature | 2018 Audi A5 Premium Plus |
No | Audi connect® | Yes |
No | Driver Seat Memory | Yes |
No | Heated Seats | Yes |
No | Satellite Radio | Yes |
- Audi pre sense® basic
- Audi pre sense® city
| Driver Assistance Tech | - Audi pre sense® basic
- Audi pre sense® city
- Audi side assist
- Audi pre sense® rear
- Rear cross traffic assist
- Vehicle exist assist
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Rearview camera | Parking Assistance Tech | Rearview camera and front and rear parking sensors |
Xenon plus headlights with LED DRL and LED taillights | Exterior Lights | Full LED headlights and LED taillights |
Test Drive the New 2018 Audi A5 near Schaumburg, IL
Is the 2018 Audi A5 Premium exactly what you want, or do you love the heated seats and parking sensors that come with the 2018 Audi A5 Premium Plus more? Whichever trim package you decide on, you can find it at our Audi dealership near Schaumburg, IL.
Schedule your test drive today. Do you still have questions about either of these two Audi trim levels? Please call
(888) 698-1441. Our team of Audi specialists is happy to answer you.