When I started my test drive in the Audi S5 quattro, fitted with a 4.2 litre V8, the last thing I expected to come to mind was the West Indies cricket team from the 1980s. But that is exactly what happened.
More on that later, though. First, let’s take a look at the S5’s lines. It’s a stunning coupé with a good mix of flowing curves and understated aggression. When I first saw photos of the A5 coupé shape I was critical. I thought its swooping shoulder line was at odds with the rest of the car. However, in person the car’s profile makes a stunning statement. In traffic the A5 looks sensational, standing out with Audi’s familiar LED daytime running lights. And, I was wrong, that shoulder line does work. It dominates the car’s stance and leaves you wondering just how well the big two door will cover the road.
