Recently, Audi's series of actions can be said to have earned enough eyeballs, not only released a new generation of A5 teaser pictures, but also announced the reshaped naming system, the future will be odd on behalf of fuel vehicles, even numbers on behalf of electric vehicles to divide the product sequence.
This news is like a bombshell, stirring up a thousand waves in the car circle, and also indicates that Audi will fully embrace the arrival of the electrification era.
It is worth mentioning that the new generation A5 released this time is not actually the coupe model we are familiar with, but the "facelift" of the A4. In other words, the A4L, which is familiar to domestic consumers in the future, will also be renamed A5L after the replacement.
In this way, in order to meet the arrival of the electrification era, Audi has not only made adjustments to the product layout, but also innovated with the naming rules.
Since it is a replacement model, the new A5 naturally brings a lot of surprises. Judging from the official teaser pictures and previously exposed spy photos, the new car adopts Audi's latest family-style design language, and the overall shape is more sharp and dynamic, which is more in line with the aesthetics of the younger generation of consumers.
At the front, the iconic hexagonal grille has been further enlarged, and the internal structure has been redesigned with sharper edges and corners, and the sharply shaped headlight clusters on both sides create a very aggressive visual effect. The internal light source of the headlight group adopts a matrix LED design, which is full of science and technology, and is highly recognizable after being lit.
The side lines are sleek and sporty, with a sharp waistline that extends from the front fenders to the rear, creating a stance of poised stance. The roofline transitions smoothly and naturally to the rear, creating a sporty silhouette.
The rear of the car is designed to be simple and sleek, with the popular through-type taillights forming the finishing touch, which is expected to be highly recognizable when lit up at night.
In terms of interior, although the official has not yet announced specific information, according to the previously exposed spy photos, the interior of the new A5 will also usher in a comprehensive overhaul.
It is expected that the new car will adopt Audi's latest virtual cockpit design concept, equipped with a full LCD instrument cluster and a large central control LCD screen, which is full of science and technology. At the same time, the new car will also be more sophisticated in terms of materials and workmanship, creating a more luxurious and refined interior atmosphere.
In terms of power, it is expected that the all-new A5 will continue to be equipped with an upgraded 2.0T engine and will be available in a variety of power versions to meet the needs of different consumers.
In terms of drivetrain, the new car will continue to be mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, and the speed and smoothness of shifting will be further improved. In addition, some high-spec models will be equipped with the quattro all-wheel drive system, which brings better handling and driving pleasure.
In addition to the all-new A5, Audi CEO Gernot Dollner also revealed the brand's future plans for new vehicles. In the 2024-2025 period, Audi will launch more than 20 new models, of which 10 will be fully electric.
As you can see, Audi has made electrification a priority for the future and has a clear development strategy. After the all-new A5, Audi will also unveil the A6 e-tron in late July, which will be Audi's first all-electric product in the Sportback and station wagon markets, further completing Audi's presence in the electric vehicle market.
In addition, the 15-year-old classic Audi Q5 will also be replaced in the autumn, and the new car will continue to be equipped with a gasoline engine to meet the needs of different consumers.
Xiaohachi believes that Audi's announcement of a series of new car plans and future development strategies shows the brand's determination and confidence in electrification transformation.
The launch of the new naming system also indicates that Audi will open a new era and lead the development trend of the automotive industry. As for whether Audi can continue to maintain its leading position in the competition in the future, let's wait and see.