ethernet

I'm looking into getting an A5 sportback. I'll be commuting a fair amount for work so was thinking about an A5 without the sport suspension and with the 18 inch wheels. However, my local dealer is mostly stocked with SB with the S-line and 19 inch wheel package and I was hoping to see how much of a difference it has on the overall appearance. If anyone without the sport suspension and 18inch wheels was willing to post pics that would be greatly appreciated.

Glisse

There is no difference in height between standard, sport or adaptive suspension options on the A5 models, and there are already plenty of posts with photos of the 18" wheels within the forum.

nadddd

I've been seeing mixed comments on the height differences on the suspension options, but the Audi USA press release seems to indicate that there is a difference in heights.

https://www.audiusa.com/newsroom/new...-design-and-en

Glisse

Cut and pasted from the A4 details, unfortunately. Perhaps Audi USA assumed the suspension set-ups were the same between A4 and A5 when they prepared these. But they aren't.

Yoshimura

All A5 and S5 have the same ride height? Where you got this information?

A5SBpez

Here is mine.... got it without the sport package and I’m glad I did. It’s much comfier for everyday drive in the north east. Also, the ten spoke wheels have really grown on me.

Yoshimura

Before seeing you post, I was convinced ride heights were different but after doing some research, I must now agree with you... On audi.de, they specified the lower ride height for the A4 Sport suspension but not for the A5 Sport suspension. Furthermore, A4 and S4 have different height but A5 and S5 have the same height. Finally, if you check USA Order Guide, they explicitly state that the A5 Standard suspension sits at S5 ride height!

bluaudi

I have to say I agree with you. I got mine with the All Season and the 10-spoke is slowly growing on me.
I am certainly going to keep them on throughout the winter and then change them in Spring until next winter comes around.

cbdo

+1 on that input; never tried the sportier option(s) but the A5 on 18s is a great balance of ride and handling for my taste.

Glisse

Yes, Audi don't actually quote any absolute ride height figures. What they do always publish is any deviation from "standard" ride height, so it is often what they don't say that gives the answer.