2011 Audi A5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2011 Audi A5 is a new 8-speed automatic transmission for automatic-equipped 2.0T quattro models. This is otherwise a light-update year, with a dropped 3.2 quattro trim plus smaller equipment and styling changes.
About the 2011 Audi A5
1st generation Audi A5 (8T/8F), pre-refresh year.
Audi positions the A5 as a style-first luxury coupe and cabriolet with a high-quality cabin, strong turbo power, and a more athletic feel than a traditional comfort-focused cruiser. The appeal is the shape, the upscale interior, and everyday usability. On quattro versions, Audi also leans on all-weather traction as a key advantage, while the Cabriolet adds open-air driving without giving up the premium feel of the hardtop car.
The 2011 A5 range centers on the turbocharged 2.0T, with the quattro Premium serving as the everyday coupe or convertible with all-wheel drive, leather seating, power front seats, and a 10-speaker audio system. The front-wheel-drive Premium Cabriolet focuses on open-top comfort with an acoustic multi-layer soft top, leather seating, and a folding rear seat with a full pass-through.
What changed, by category
2011 Audi A5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT | Auto, 8-Spd OD Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 29–31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 211 hp | 211 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 10.2 cu-ft | 10.2–12.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 31.9 in | 31.7–31.9 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Rear Window Shades | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2011 Audi A5?
The biggest change is the 8-speed automatic transmission fitted to automatic-equipped 2.0T quattro models, replacing the previous 6-speed automatic.
Was the 2011 Audi A5 redesigned?
No, the 2011 Audi A5 was not redesigned. It remains a pre-refresh first-generation model with light mechanical, equipment, and trim changes.
Did every 2011 Audi A5 get the new 8-speed automatic?
No, only automatic-equipped 2.0T quattro models use the new 8-speed automatic. The front-wheel-drive Cabriolet retains its CVT, while manual Coupes remain manual.
Did Audi drop an A5 trim for 2011?
Yes, Audi dropped the 3.2 Quattro Premium Plus trim for 2011. The remaining trims described for this year use the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine.
What technology and appearance updates did the 2011 Audi A5 receive?
Navigation-equipped 2011 A5 models gain HD Radio, while the Coupe receives new wheel choices and a Titanium Sport Package on higher trims. There is no body redesign.