Arrgh...so the S5 won't be available in the US until MAY 2008? Not so good since my lease is up in Dec. So they debut the S5 in the beginning of MArch, and then not available in the US for 14 months? WTF?

Not sure I want to drive my beater truck for 5 months. Damn.

I guess a CPO RS4 is looking better every day.

Damn you Audi. Yeah, its "unprecedented" to debut the standard and "S" versions together all right...what they don't stress is that it doesn't matter, because you can't get one anyway.

Sorry, just venting.<ul><li><a href="http://www.audiworld.com/news/07/audi-a5-geneva-first-impression/">http://www.audiworld.com/news/07/audi-a5-geneva-first-impression/</a</li></ul>

And, is the automatic going to be the best one in the world by far, DSG 7-speed? Or, is it going to be one of the worst automatics in the world, tiptronic 6-speed?

Or at least they don't take us very seriously. All the hype about launching simultaneously and then this. Hope Audiworld is mistaken, but I can't remember the last time that they reported bad intel. Gently used RS4 looks like the car to get...

The manual S5 will launch simultaneously with the manual A5 in November, with the auto S5 coming 6 months later in May 08.

After waiting,watching and hoping all this time you stick it to us again.If there is no S5 in 2007 then you should have stated this from the start,instead of yanking our chains.

they will hardly sell any here configured like that

TT lease expires in October, and the S5 was looking as if it was going to time out just right. Now I'm in your same boat - most likely searching for a CPO RS4 (not that that's a bad option either).

Just an FYI.

Audi of America, Inc.
February 27, 2007 3800 Hamlin Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
el. 248/754-5000

Attention Audi Dealer Principals, General Managers, Sales Managers &amp; Service Managers

The All-New 2008 Audi A5 and S5

Indulge the Senses

Audi's assault in the performance luxury sector continues. Introducing the all-new 2008 Audi A5 and S5 -- successfully combining the acclaimed Audi design language with thrilling dynamic driving performance. With the all-new 2008 Audi A5 and S5, Audi enters the emotionally charged Coupe market segment with perfect proportion, superior handling, with the lowest and widest stance amongst its competitors, and the leading luxury class equipment offering.

In 2003, the Nuvolari quattro concept car gave a first taste of this expertly styled Coupe. Many elements from the Nuvolari have been adopted in the all-new Audi A5 and S5. The sporty silhouette and precisely drawn lines create an irresistible design statement. Strength with elegance, power with control, balanced beautifully to provide customers with the emotional driving experience as Audi masterfully indulges the senses.

Two robust engines will be available to power the new range of Audi A5 and S5 models. The A5 will have a 3.2 liter 265 hp six-cylinder engine featuring race-bred FSI® direct injection, and the S5 will have a 4.2 liter 350 hp V8 FSI engine capable of accelerating from zero to 62 mph in 5.1 seconds (European data). Both engines will launch with manual transmissions only, with automatic versions to come approximately four months after launch on the V6 A5, and six months after the launch of the V8 S5.

12 Key Design and Technical Features of the All-new 2008 Audi A5
* Short overhang
* Large wheels
* Wide track
* Large and deep cupholders in the center console and side door trim
* 3.2 6-cylinder FSI engine, 265 hp with 243 lb-ft. torque
* High-strength steel with aluminum front fenders and hood
* quattro all-wheel drive, rear-biased (40:60)
* 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel with new aluminum accents
* Driver-oriented cockpit
* Standard 18-inch wheels (Europe has 17" standard)
* New generation rack-and-pinion steering
* New 5-link front suspension for maximum control
* Highest degrees of agility and driving comfort
* Large brakes for high performance
* Panorama tilting sunroof
* 3-zone climate control
* Electromechanical parking brake
* Large rear storage, wide enough to fit golf bags positioned sideways

Key Optional Equipment includes:
* Bi-Xenon with adaptive front lighting, including distinctive LED daytime running lights
* Auto dimming &amp; heated exterior mirrors
* Audi parking system with rear-view camera
* Advanced keyless entry
* Memory for driver's seat and exterior mirrors
* S line package including 19" wheels and interior/exterior differentiation
* 19" wheel upgrade option
* Audi DVD Navigation with color screen
* Bang &amp; Olufsen premium sound system with 500 watts and 14 speakers
* Premium leather seats

All-new 2008 Audi A5 and S5 Dealer Launch Communication 12 Key External and Technical Features of the All-new 2008 Audi S5 (above A5)
* 4.2 V8 FSI engine, 350 hp with 325 lb-ft. torque
* 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel with new aluminum accents and S5 badge
* Bi-Xenon with adaptive front lighting, including distinctive LED daytime running lights
* Interior auto-dimming rear-view mirror with integrated compass
* Standard 19-inch S5 design wheels (Europe has 18" standard)
* S5 brakes and calipers for maximum performance
* S5 tuned suspension
* S5 design sport seats, including Alcantara seating inserts as a no-cost option
* Driver oriented S5-specific cockpit

The World Wide Debut of this exciting new Coupe will be at the Geneva Auto Show, March 6. The North American debut will be at the New York Auto Show, the first week of April. Pricing and final equipment will be announced later in 2007.

The all-new Audi A5 and S5 Coupe will launch simultaneously and arrive at U.S. dealerships for customer delivery in late fall 2007.

I guess it makes sense. Wonder where AW got the information from?

even if that means I have to own my B6S4 out of warranty (ohnoes!!!) for 6 months.

audi dealership has a letter from Audi stating that we'll get both flavors this year.

and STFU if you dont know any better.

Read this: The last line outta spell it out.

Audi of America, Inc.
February 27, 2007 3800 Hamlin Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
el. 248/754-5000

Attention Audi Dealer Principals, General Managers, Sales Managers &amp; Service Managers

The All-New 2008 Audi A5 and S5

Indulge the Senses

Audi's assault in the performance luxury sector continues. Introducing the all-new 2008 Audi A5 and S5 -- successfully combining the acclaimed Audi design language with thrilling dynamic driving performance. With the all-new 2008 Audi A5 and S5, Audi enters the emotionally charged Coupe market segment with perfect proportion, superior handling, with the lowest and widest stance amongst its competitors, and the leading luxury class equipment offering.

In 2003, the Nuvolari quattro concept car gave a first taste of this expertly styled Coupe. Many elements from the Nuvolari have been adopted in the all-new Audi A5 and S5. The sporty silhouette and precisely drawn lines create an irresistible design statement. Strength with elegance, power with control, balanced beautifully to provide customers with the emotional driving experience as Audi masterfully indulges the senses.

Two robust engines will be available to power the new range of Audi A5 and S5 models. The A5 will have a 3.2 liter 265 hp six-cylinder engine featuring race-bred FSI® direct injection, and the S5 will have a 4.2 liter 350 hp V8 FSI engine capable of accelerating from zero to 62 mph in 5.1 seconds (European data). Both engines will launch with manual transmissions only, with automatic versions to come approximately four months after launch on the V6 A5, and six months after the launch of the V8 S5.

12 Key Design and Technical Features of the All-new 2008 Audi A5
* Short overhang
* Large wheels
* Wide track
* Large and deep cupholders in the center console and side door trim
* 3.2 6-cylinder FSI engine, 265 hp with 243 lb-ft. torque
* High-strength steel with aluminum front fenders and hood
* quattro all-wheel drive, rear-biased (40:60)
* 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel with new aluminum accents
* Driver-oriented cockpit
* Standard 18-inch wheels (Europe has 17" standard)
* New generation rack-and-pinion steering
* New 5-link front suspension for maximum control
* Highest degrees of agility and driving comfort
* Large brakes for high performance
* Panorama tilting sunroof
* 3-zone climate control
* Electromechanical parking brake
* Large rear storage, wide enough to fit golf bags positioned sideways

Key Optional Equipment includes:
* Bi-Xenon with adaptive front lighting, including distinctive LED daytime running lights
* Auto dimming &amp; heated exterior mirrors
* Audi parking system with rear-view camera
* Advanced keyless entry
* Memory for driver's seat and exterior mirrors
* S line package including 19" wheels and interior/exterior differentiation
* 19" wheel upgrade option
* Audi DVD Navigation with color screen
* Bang &amp; Olufsen premium sound system with 500 watts and 14 speakers
* Premium leather seats

All-new 2008 Audi A5 and S5 Dealer Launch Communication 12 Key External and Technical Features of the All-new 2008 Audi S5 (above A5)
* 4.2 V8 FSI engine, 350 hp with 325 lb-ft. torque
* 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel with new aluminum accents and S5 badge
* Bi-Xenon with adaptive front lighting, including distinctive LED daytime running lights
* Interior auto-dimming rear-view mirror with integrated compass
* Standard 19-inch S5 design wheels (Europe has 18" standard)
* S5 brakes and calipers for maximum performance
* S5 tuned suspension
* S5 design sport seats, including Alcantara seating inserts as a no-cost option
* Driver oriented S5-specific cockpit

The World Wide Debut of this exciting new Coupe will be at the Geneva Auto Show, March 6. The North American debut will be at the New York Auto Show, the first week of April. Pricing and final equipment will be announced later in 2007.

The all-new Audi A5 and S5 Coupe will launch simultaneously and arrive at U.S. dealerships for customer delivery in late fall 2007.

RB

to all the speculation going around. AW needs to correct their info because it really threw a lot of us off. In fact, I just sold my C6 this week in prepartation for (specifically) the S5. The 14 month wait sounded bad, and I wasn't sure what model I would get to replace it or even if I would stay with Audi had that been true. Glad you cleared it up for us.

But it looks like Rick has cleared it up! I'm glad I was wrong, but hey - I only went with what Audiworld presented!

:)

now, just by the car from me.
RB

Guess that part of it didn't register in my cranium. He also said that the A5s are already being sold in Europe (No Lie). It never fails me, every time I go to a car dealer they always find a way to BS me about something. But yeah, I should have kept my mouth shut.