Audi Coupes

There is no shortage of options when it comes to Audi coupes, from the small, (relatively) affordable A5 through to the all-out R8. But should you actually buy one? A coupe is an aspirational style and status statement that you don’t buy for practicality, but for on-road glamor, presence, and driving pleasure. It’s an indulgence with USPs that include elegance, performance, and luxury. The coupe has been under pressure in recent years, though, as people eschew traditional automobiles for SUVs and fewer buyers can justify an impractical car kept around just because of its curb appeal.

2021 Audi Coupe Models

Audi has a storied history of stylish coupes and Audi USA currently offers nine coupe-style cars for sale. They cost from $43k all the way up to $197k. These include relatively affordable coupes like the A5 Coupe, which is based on the A4 sedan, as well as exclusive supercars (Audi R8) and even a coupe-style EV sedan, the new e-tron GT. Here are all the Audi coupe models currently sold in the US:

• Audi A5, S5, and RS5: The cheapest 2-door Audi coupe in the lineup, it is offered in three different configurations. The base model is powered by a standard 248-horsepower mill, but those with a need for speed are not left wanting, thanks to the twin-turbo V6 found under the hood of the RS5. However, these compact models lack the refined handling needed to earn them genuine sports car acclaim.
• Audi TT, TTS, and TT RS: Not much has changed for the TT nameplate in recent years (2019-2020), but that may not necessarily be a bad thing. The small Audi sports coupe is available in a trio of guises - the TT, TTS, TT RS - each offering varying levels of performance. Each boasts a well-appointed cabin, classic styling, and surprising economy for the segment. However, newer rivals are stealing more and more of the spotlight.
• Audi A7 and RS7 Sportback - As a bit more of a sedan than a coupe, the A7 and its Sportback brother are somewhat more practical than the rest of their ilk. Four doors and a usable trunk make them far easier to live with on a daily basis, and neither shirks its performance responsibilities either. Both are powered by capable V6 power plants while still maintaining the levels of handling and fun that the brand is renowned for, despite their size.
• Audi R8 - The quintessential sport-focused model in the lineup, the R8 has become the face of Audi performance supercars. Redesigned for 2021, the nameplate now offered a choice between an RWD model, boasting 532 hp from its throaty V10 engine, or an even more high-octane quattro AWD variant, throwing 602 hp at all four corners for hard-to-match driving thrills. With break-neck acceleration and a top speed of 205 mph, it’s not hard to see why this is the priciest of the two-door Audi coupes. But, since most buyers won’t settle for the stock model, pricing in excess of $200k should not shock anyone.
• Audi e-tron GT - With all the world going electric, the e-tron is Audi’s response to motor-powered rivals from Porsche and Tesla. Naturally, this means that the GT boasts the kind of acceleration figures we have come to expect from galvanic powertrains, namely a 0-60 mph sprint time of just 3.1 seconds in its 590-hp RS guise. Of course, it also exhibits ultra-modern styling that has it vying for attention beside its most handsome siblings, like the R8.

Prices of 2021 Audi Coupes

What To Consider Before Buying An Audi Coupe

It really boils down to how much you can spend and how hardcore you want to go. Luckily, US buyers are spoilt for choice, from the ‘affordable’ A5 through to the $200k plus R8 Performance. However, while the former will give you a taste of what these German sports cars have to offer, and the latter will definitely get you noticed, neither is particularly practical. For size, interior space, and performance all in one, the A7 Sportback is hard to beat. Of course, those who want to get in on the ground floor while electric cars are starting to take over the world may be drawn to the e-tron GT.

Coupe living can be great some days and overrated on others. You have to weigh up the pros and cons and decide whether it is for you or not.

Pros

• Attention-grabbing styling and flashy colors available (why stick to plain old black or white?)
• The performance and handling that usually comes with the territory
• The exclusivity factor of driving a sleek, low-slung coupe
• The massive choice of options, especially in the Audi range
• Opt for a 4-door and you can enjoy greater practicality, too

Cons

• A bit one dimensional - an impractical car for smooth roads only
• Expensive pricing
• Difficult to get into, especially in the back, unless you go for a four-door version

FAQs

For a lot more information, pictures, and BuzzScores on the rest of the Audi models - or a review or rival comparison of your favorite Audi model - have a look at our in-depth buyer’s guide, where we cover every car sold in the US.