# Reinforced Convertible Coupes The Audi A5 Cabriolet Promises Sporty Style and Plentiful Thrills By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-11-08 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/convertible-coupe References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/audi-a5-s5-cabriolet/46289/) & [audi-mediacenter](https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/press-releases/the-new-audi-a5-and-s5-cabriolet-open-to-intense-driving-pleasure-7010) German automaker [Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-etron-gt) has gone ahead and released a gorgeously engineered and crafted convertible coupe, dubbed the Audi A5 Cabriolet, that is designed to give drivers and passengers a perfect balance between high-tech interior furnishings and facilities and the good old-fashioned thrill of [open-air driving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gclass-cabriolet). This particular convertible coupe's top can be opened or closed at speeds up to 50 km/h, and takes only a quarter of a minute to open. The vehicle can be purchased with a variety of powertrain options that include a 3-liter V6 engine capable of churning out 354 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. With its balanced combination of speed, tech specs and style, the Audi A5 Cabriolet is set to be one of the most in-demand vehicles around when it is launched in Europe early next year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Convertible Coupes with Reinforced Structures:** Opportunities to innovate convertible coupes by improving driving safety and stability with sophisticated materials and supportive structures. - **High-tech Convertible Coupes:** Innovative opportunities arise for car manufacturers to incorporate advanced features and facilities in their convertible coupes to make them more appealing and user-friendly. - **Eco-friendly Convertible Coupes:** Opportunities for car manufacturers to create sustainable and eco-friendly convertible coupes by adopting electric or hybrid powertrain systems. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** Opportunities arise for car manufacturers to innovate their convertible coupe models and attract a wider range of customers with a balance between speed, style and functionality. - **Luxury Car Industry:** Innovative opportunities arise for luxury car manufacturers to incorporate advanced features, technologies and designs to improve their convertible coupes and attract more high-end customers. - **Green Car Industry:** Opportunities arise for car manufacturers to contribute to the promotion and production of environmentally sustainable and efficient convertible coupes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Powerful Soft-Top Convertibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesamg-2022-sl.md) - [Hybrid Convertible Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artura-spider.md) - [Sleekly-Designed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-etron-gt.md) - [Luxurious Glass Roof Sportscars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mc20-cielo-1.md) - [Convertible Smart Roof Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mc20-cielo.md) - [Bespoke Electric Convertibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sollei-concept.md) - [Sporty Entry-Level Convertibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl43.md) - [Dynamic Precision Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-skytop.md) - [Sleek Reimagined Luxury Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/964-cabriolet.md)