2022 Audi A5 vs. 2022 Acura TLX

If you're looking for a sporty sedan that has the power to make your drive as comfortable as possible, then the 2022 Audi A5 is one of the best options out there. This car is sure to impress with its many features and performance capabilities. Plus, it's packed with some serious luxury and style! Check out this review of the 2022 Audi A5 vs. 2022 Acura TLX to learn more about these two popular cars.

Design & Style

• Exterior Design
  The 2022 Audi A5 is a master class in design perfection. The front end has a clean, sharp look accented by its headlights and grille. The sweeping lines of the hood give the car an elegant presence, while its rear end gives it a sporty edge. The overall impression is one of sophistication, yet there's also something about it that's youthful and fun—not unlike its driver!
  
  The Acura TLX also features impressive exterior styling. Its low nose flows into an elegant hood line with minimal bodywork between them; this creates an elegant profile that also makes for excellent aerodynamics on the highway or around town. At the back, you'll find beautiful taillights and large wheels (alloys optional).
  
• Interior Design
  The interior of the 2022 Audi A5 is all about luxury, with leather upholstery and a classy interior design that exudes elegance. It's also a lot more spacious than other cars in its class. The dashboard has a similar look to that of the newer A6, with a large central screen and some technology features such as wireless charging, adaptive cruise control, and keyless access.
  
  The 2022 Acura TLX has been designed to be more stylish inside than before. Its cabin is filled with soft-touch materials that give the car an inviting feel when you step inside it—a stark contrast from its predecessor's hard plastics everywhere else in its cabin! Plenty of comfortable seats are available for both driver and passenger front or rear passengers for long rides across town or out on highway trips across the country!

Technology & Safety

The Audi A5's standard features include a heated steering wheel, a heated windshield, heated rear seats, and three-zone automatic climate control. The TLX has all of these features, but it also adds it ventilated front seats and a heated rear window.

The A5 comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability. The TLX doesn't offer in-car smartphone integration technology.

Performance

The 2021 Audi A5 is powered by a 2.0L I-4 Engine that generates 201 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque. It comes with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and a 7-speed automatic transmission.

The 2022 Acura TLX is powered by a 2.0L I4 engine that generates 201 horsepower and 192 pound-feet of torque; it also offers an optional 3.5L V6 engine that produces 290 hp 267 lb.-ft. (360 hp with Sport Hybrid SH-AWD). Depending on trim level, the TLX is available with either FWD or AWD and has an 8-speed automatic transmission.

The Bottom Line

The Audi A5 wins this matchup because it has a more powerful engine, a better infotainment system, and a nicer interior. The Acura TLX's lighter curb weight gives it a slight edge in acceleration and handling, but these aren't enough to overcome the A5's advantages. If you want a driver-oriented midsize luxury car with an engaging drive experience and good fuel economy, go for the A5.

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