Audi A5 Speaker Size

Rear Side Panel Speaker

Front Door Panel Speaker

Center Dash Speaker

Dashboard Speaker

Audi A5 Speaker FAQ

Which speakers should I replace first in my Audi A5 for the biggest sound improvement?

Start with the front door 6.5 inch speakers. These handle most of your music's frequency range and you'll notice the difference immediately. The front door location puts them closest to your ears, so upgrading from factory coaxials to quality components makes the most impact. Consider 50-75 watts RMS speakers with 4-ohm impedance for proper matching. The 0.75 inch tweeters can wait - they're secondary to getting your mids right first.

Can I install component speakers in all the Audi A5 locations that currently have coaxials?

Yes, but prioritize strategically. The front door 6.5 inch and rear side panel 6.5 inch positions work well with component separates. You'll need to mount the tweeters separately though - the existing 0.75 inch tweeter spots might work, or create new mounting points. The center dash 2.5 inch position should probably stay coaxial since it's more of a fill speaker anyway. Component separation gives you better imaging but requires more installation work.

What's the purpose of having both 8 inch subwoofers and 6.5 inch speakers in the rear side panels?

The 8 inch drivers handle low-frequency support while the 6.5 inch speakers cover midrange frequencies. This creates a more complete rear soundstage in the Audi A5. The 8 inch units probably cross over around 80-120 Hz, letting the 6.5 inch speakers focus on vocals and mid-frequency instruments. Some aftermarket setups replace both with a single high-quality 6.5 inch coaxial, but you lose that dedicated low-end extension. Depends on whether you want full-range coverage or simplified installation.

Why does my Audi A5 have so many tweeter locations and do I need to replace them all?

Multiple tweeter positions create wider dispersion and better high-frequency coverage throughout the cabin. You've got 0.75 inch tweeters in both front doors and rear panels, plus 1 inch units in the dashboard. The dashboard tweeters probably handle the highest frequencies - maybe 5kHz and up. Start with front door tweeters if you're doing components, but honestly the factory ones might be adequate. High-quality 25-30 watt silk dome or metal dome replacements work well, but make sure they match your crossover points.

Can I add more power to the rear 8 inch subwoofers in my Audi A5?

Those 8 inch drivers can probably handle more power than the factory amplifier provides. Look for 100-150 watts RMS capability, though you'll need to verify the actual impedance first. Adding a small amplifier dedicated to these rear subs can improve low-end punch significantly. But check if they're sealed or ported enclosures - the rear side panel mounting affects how much bass output you'll actually get. Sometimes upgrading the front stage gives you better overall balance than pushing more power to the rear.