New 2010 Audi S5

Serious power and sexy good looks make the 2010 Audi S5 a car worth lusting for.

Under that sleek hood lies one of two formidable engines: a 333-horsepower, 3.0-liter supercharged V-6 or a 354-horsepower, 4.2-liter V-8. The power of those fierce stallions is sent through a six-speed automatic, a six-speed manual, or a fast-shifting, seven-speed S Tronic dual-clutch transmission to Audi’s Quattro all-wheel drive system. The 2010 Audi S5 achieves 14-17 mpg around town and 22-26 mpg on the highway. Power is significantly higher than the BMW 335 and Infiniti G37, with fuel economy on par.

This delectable two-door is available as coupe and convertible versions in Premium Plus and Prestige models. The convertible features an impressive top that can lower in a class-leading 15 seconds – and it can even be open or closed at speeds up to 30 mph. The top also includes reading lights for the rear passengers.

Interior accoutrements include a navigation system with Audi’s 3G Multi Media Interface, voice commands and SIRIUS traffic. The Audi Drive Select Package allows access to menus to tune suspension, steering and throttle characteristics. These options allow you to choose between stiffer or softer shocks, lighter steering for easy parking or heavier steering for more stable high speed maneuvers, and sharper or more relaxed throttle response. This allows you to have an aggressive sports car when you want, and a smooth-cruiser when you need to commute. The Sports Rear Differential Package improves power distribution for spirited driving.

Luscious standard/optional interior accommodations include leather seating surfaces with suede-like Alcantara inserts and carbon fiber, stainless steel or wood trim. Upgrades to luscious Silk Nappa leather seating are offered. An available Bang & Olufsen audio system features 505 watts of surround-sound power and 14 speakers.

The Driver Assist Package includes adaptive cruise control – which helps maintain a safe distance from the car in front – and a blind spot warning system to enhance collision avoidance during lane changes. A superior airbag offering includes dual front airbags, front-side airbags for upper body protection, and even knee airbags. Audi’s strong all-aluminum chassis helps the S5 be an extremely safe place to be.

An unrivaled mix of power, all-wheel drive performance and stability, beautiful interior materials and a great safety package yield the sleek and classy 2010 Audi S5.