Why does my Audi A5's dashboard light up when I turn the car on?

I recently purchased an Audi A5 and noticed that the dashboard lights up as soon as I turn on the car, even before turning on any other lights. Is this normal or should I be concerned?

This is completely normal, Maria. This is a feature of most modern cars, including the Audi A5. It is called the instrument cluster and it displays important information regarding your car's performance and warning messages. If the lights stay on or you see any strange symbols, refer to your owner's manual for more information.

As an Audi technician, I can confirm that this is a common feature of the Audi A5. The dashboard lights up as soon as the car is turned on to perform a self-diagnostic check and also to let the driver know that the instrument cluster is functioning properly. No need to worry, Maria.

I own an Audi A5 and noticed the same thing when I first bought it. After asking around and doing some research, I found out that this is a built-in safety feature to ensure that all systems are functioning properly before driving. You have nothing to worry about, just sit back and enjoy the ride!