2008 Audi S5 - CNET Reviews
We were impressed with the look of the Audi A5 , when we saw it launched at the Geneva auto show earlier this year. But when the 2008 Audi S5 turned up on our car review schedule, we were pleased and surprised to get the S5 before the A5. As it turns out, Audi brought the S5 to market in the U. S. , and as of this review, the A5 is not available. We loved driving this car, as it felt highly responsive while the engine gives a blast of power. Audi refined its navigation and Bluetooth systems, then upped the ante with a stellar Bang & Olufsen stereo system. During our review of the Mercedes-Benz GL320 CDI , we poked around in Northern California's wine country and found an excellent road for a sports car. At that time we were anticipating the arrival of the 2008 Audi S5 in a few weeks, so started referring to this road as S5 Avenue. With its long, sweeping turns and 35 mile run from Highway 101 to the coast, we knew it would be a blast to drive in the right kind of car. The car drove incredibly well on the freeway, letting us power up hills and around the slowpokes. At speed, the steering tightens up and offers more road feel than the low speed, parking lot setting. Source: www.cnet.com
