Audi S5 Sportback Facelift Teased; Launch Soon

In terms of design, the S5 Sportback looks sharper and more aggressive than the pre-facelift model, which was on sale in India from 2017 to 2019. Upfront, it gets a new set of LED headlamps featuring L-shaped DRLs flanking the new wider front grille with a honeycomb finish. The front bumper is also redesigned with larger more aggressively styled air dams. Similarly, at the back, it features updated LED tail lamps and a mildly redesigned rear bumper. The side profile, however, remains unchanged save for a new set of alloy wheels. 

Changes on the inside continue to be minimalistic in nature. While the layout remains unchanged, the only major change comes in the form of a 10.1-inch MMI touchscreen infotainment system which replaces the non-touch unit of the pre-facelift model. It supports Apple Carplay and Android Auto. Other features are expected to remain similar in the form of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, three-zone AC, powered front seats and multiple airbags.

Under the hood, the updated S5 is likely to be powered by a six-cylinder 3.0-litre TFSI turbo petrol engine that makes 359PS and 500Nm. Power is sent to all four-wheel via an 8-speed torque converter automatic working in tandem with a Quattro 4WD system. 

Audi is expected to price the S5 facelift around Rs 75 lakh. It will take on the likes of the Mercedes-AMG C43 4MATIC and the upcoming BMW M340i sedan.