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  • Audi reveals new RS 5 Sportback specifications!

    2019 Audi RS 5 SportsbackAudi team unveils new RS 5 Sportback. The latest addition to the sporty lineup comes with sub-four-second acceleration capabilities and fine-tuned Quattro-aided handling. Of course, all this is packed in a sexy coupe silhouette with tons of utility and technological gadgets. Let’s find out more, shall we?

    In terms of exterior, the upgraded RS 5 features large 20-inch alloys, fitting privacy glass, replacing aluminum-look exterior components and overall aggressive and yet appealing detailings. And as it comes to the interior, fine Nappa leather and Alcantara dominate the entire cabin, contrasted by diamond stitching. There are also Piano Black inlays and panoramic sunroof. Of course, in terms of equipment, Audi engineers remained generous – buyers will benefit from all-LED lightning, fully digital Audi Virtual Cockpit with RS-specific displays, Audi Smartphone Interface with Apple Carplay and Android Auto, MMI navigation and Audi Connect package. Sweet!

    In terms of drivetrain system, new Sportback provides turbochargers positioned between the six cylinder banks, eight-speed tiptronic gearbox and Quattro drive. As you might imagine, all these goodies are present with a single purpose – to aid the large engine in order to produce these massive 600Nm of torque and achieve 3.9 seconds run for the 100km/h run.

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    Additionally, the five-link front and rear RS-specific suspension provides optimal operating conditions for the central differential-based Quattro system, distributing the drive forces in 40:60 front-to-rear ratio in favor of precise handling with optimal traction. And last, but most certainly not least, the Audi drive Select adapts the driving style of every driver and vehicle dynamics to every road situation. With the four selectable Comfort, Auto, Dynamic and Individual, everything seems possible.

    2019 Audi RS 5 Sportsback

    2019 Audi RS 5 Sportsback
    2019 Audi RS 5 Sportsback
    2019 Audi RS 5 Sportsback
    2019 Audi RS 5 Sportsback

    Source: Audi 

  • Audi reveals further details about the new RS 5 Sportback machine

    2019 Audi RS 5 Sportback 2019 RS 5 Sportback is one of these new guys in the family that are capable of focusing all the attention towards themselves. Coming to markets at the end of 2018, this vehicle will offer impeccable balance between sexy design, functionality and refined driving dynamics. Let’s check out more!

    Exterior styling

    The body of the new RS 5 Sportback is definitely an aggressive one and comes with numerous changes and additions, along with inspiration from other successful Audi models – for example, the 90 quattro IMSA GTO. RS 5 comes with waved-design shoulder line that enhances the athletic stance and flared box fenders which provide resemblance to the standard Quattro all-wheel drive machine. Also, the whole body is widened with a total of 15mm – such an extension contributes to the overall muscular and dominating stance. Neat!

    And as any other premium sports car, the RS 5 Sportback comes with distinctive components. Such are the revised flat and wide Singleframe grille, large RS honeycomb air intakers, matte alu-optic front spoiler with Quattro script, matte alu-optic exterior mirror housing and glossy black side sills.

    Interior styling

    2019 Audi RS 5 Sportback

     

    As it comes to the cabin and aesthetics, RS 5 Sportback features neat accents and driver-focused technologies. For example, Audi team has included this well-known wing-design wrap-around dashboard with user-friendly controls. There are also sporty seats with RS embossing, flat-bottomed and perforated leather RS sport steering wheel and gearshift, stainless steel pedals and new performance Audi Sport package.

    Drivetrain system

    2019 Audi RS 5 Sportback

    This one is geared with a 2.9-liter TFSI V6 biturbo power unit that delivers a total of 444hp and 443lb-ft of torque, available at a wide rev range between 1,900 to 5,000rpm. This unit allow the vehicle to sprint from 0 to 60mph in mere 3.8 seconds and chase a top speed of 155mph. In fact, the top speed can be further boosted to 174, with the optional Dynamic Plus Package.

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    Furthermore, this vast power is distributed to all four wheels, thanks to Audi’s signature Quattro technology and is controlled by a sporty eight-speed Tiptronic gearbox with optimized shifting times. Also, the vehicle comes with standard RS sport suspension, which lowers the overall height with 7mm and ensures smooth and confident cornering and stability.

    So far so good. With all the announced details, we should say that this one will be a proud and confident Audi family member. What do you think about it?

    Source: Audi 

     

  • Audi Exclusive Releases 2015 RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition

    Today is the day of exclusive editions. Since we just saw the new Shelby, now it is time for Audi to show-off with something and this is the 2015 Audi RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition. This model will be strictly limited to production 75 units and will feature some exclusive elements such as the 20’’ 5-V-spoke design wheels behind which we see red brake calipers. The Audi comes with distinctive sports styling with “athletic” design elements featured in- and outside.

    The vehicle is available in two exterior colors: Daytona Gray pearl effect and Nardo gray. They are complemented by Crimson Red Fine Nappa leather interior accents. Other features in the cabin include RS embossed sport seats in Black and Crimson Red with Crimson Red contrast stitching featured on the armrests, leather-wrapped steering wheel and black shifter boot with the same stitching again and Crimson Red Fine Nappa leather door inserts and body-color inlays.

    Audi is driven by the 4.2-liter V8 engine which produces 450 horsepower (331 kW) and 430 Nm (317 lb-ft) of torque. It is coupled with a seven-speed S tronic transmission with launch control program. All this power is capable of propelling the RS 5 from 0 to 60 in just 4.5 seconds. The top speed is limited at 174 mph.

    The aforementioned transmission helps ensure rapid and sure shifts. At the same time the quattro permanent all-wheel drive system is what ensures the great grip. It includes a crown-gear center differential to send power to the front and rear axle. The added sport-tuned suspension brings the body 0.8 inches to the ground.

    2015 Audi RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition has a starting price of $87,575 USD.

    2015 Audi RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition
    2015 Audi RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition
    2015 Audi RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition
    2015 Audi RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition
    2015 Audi RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition
    2015 Audi RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition
    2015 Audi RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition
    2015 Audi RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition
    2015 Audi RS 5 Coupe Sport Edition

    Source: Audi 

  • 2014 Audi RS 5 DTM Getting New Color Scheme

    2014-Audi-RS-5-DTM-THUMBThe new Audi RS 5 DTM is getting a brand new livery, called Schaeffler. The car will be driven by the Champion Mike Rockenfeller, who aims to defend his title. Precisely, the 2014 DTM car made its debut in Geneva last week.

    It includes newly developed aerodynamics and many detailed improvements underneath its carbon fiber skin. The Schaeffler Audi RS 5 DTM is the first of the total of eight liveries with which the brand is going to compete in the DTM in 2014.

    Here, the basic colors of ‘Rocky’s’ car have been kept. Nevertheless, the body contours of the near-460 hp (340 kW) touring car are now even more dynamic than before. At first glance the new Audi RS 5 DTM appears more aggressive. The reason for this is the complete re-development of the aerodynamics.

    Next, the suspension was also redesigned as well as a honeycomb grill was included at the front. New air ducts feed the engine and brakes. The exterior mirrors were integrated into the aerodynamic concept and have a new and very interesting form. Look at the carbon used there as well!

    2014 Audi RS 5 DTM
    2014 Audi RS 5 DTM
    2014 Audi RS 5 DTM
    2014 Audi RS 5 DTM
    2014 Audi RS 5 DTM

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  • Geneva Motor Show: Premiere For Audi RS 5 DTM

    Audi-RS-5-DTM-THUMBAt the Geneva Motor Show was just presented the racecar for the DTM 2013 – the exceptional Audi RS 5 DTM. Model’s technical specifications are matching all of the regulations demanded.

    Although the car’s specifications for the 2012 season were perfect, there were also made some additional development, butt only in limited form. Over the winter, the Audi Sport DTM team put its attention on identifying if any of the 4,000 components in the racecar from the 2012 season offered any potential for optimization.

    The name of the model is also new. This Audi motorsport car also establishes a direct reference in the DTM to the company’s successful production models. In addition the abbreviation ‘RS’ stands for the sportiest Audi models. In fact, the performance data of the current RS 5 and RS 5 DTM are very similar, hence the Audi RS 5 DTM was born.

    To go further into detail, eight examples of th RS 5 DTM will take part in the grid for the 2013 DTM. They are fielded by the three proven Audi Sport squads Abt Sportsline, Phoenix and Rosberg. The drivers have been also selected. Among them is one newcomer – Jamie Green from Great Britain, who will join DTM Champion Mattias Ekström (Sweden) at Audi Sport Team Abt Sportsline.

    The most successful driver combination in the entire DTM 2013 field were Ekström and Green, who achieved 25 race wins and two championship titles. Additionally, nine DTM race wins are attributed to the other Audi driver teams which have remained almost identical since the 2012 season: the double DTM Champion Timo Scheider (Germany) and Adrien Tambay (France) compete for Audi Sport Team Abt, Miguel Molina (Spain) and Mike Rockenfeller (Germany) for Audi Sport Team Phoenix, Filipe Albuquerque (Portugal) and Edoardo Mortara (Italy/France) for Audi Sport Team Rosberg.

    On 5th of May is when the new DTM season starts, and here are already known ten events, six of which are in Germany. The other will be held in Austria, Great Britain and the Netherlands and in Moscow. Audi RS 5 DTM will appear officially in public for the first time at the DTM test between 19th and 26th of April 26 and 29 in Barcelona and from 9th to 12th of April in Hockenheim, where a grandstand is open for spectators on the first day.

    Audi RS 5 DTM
    Audi RS 5 DTM

    Source: Audi

  • 2012 Audi RS5 – UK Price £58 725 OTR

    Audi has announced its V8-powered coupe flagship from A5 range – the 2012 RS5 mode, which is already available at the UK market. The prices start at “just” £58 725 OTR. The new RS combines new styling, mechanical and specification revisions with characteristically extreme performance from a high-revving 450PS V8.

    Styling upgrades include a slight revision to the single frame grille design, sharper and more pronounced bonnet contours, new solid band wraparound LED daytime running lights and LED rear lights, new look front and rear bumpers and a new ten-spoke design for the 19” alloy wheels.

    The interior benefits from Bluetooth mobile phone preparation, cruise control, DVD-based satellite navigation and Audi Music Interface iPod connection. The cruise control system can also now be upgraded at extra cost to the adaptive system with braking guard, which uses radar sensors to control distance from traffic in front of the car between 19mph and 155mph, and can also initiate partial braking or full deceleration if its sensors detect an impending collision.

    Interior design changes extend to a new flat-bottomed RS three-spoke steering wheel and detail improvements to the air conditioning, Multi Media Interface, mirror adjustment and electric window switchgear, the gear lever and the instrument stalks. New look optional inlays are also now available.

    2012 Audi RS5 UK
    2012 Audi RS5 UK

    The engine is a naturally-aspirated 4.2 litre V8 with 450PS at 8250RPM and 430Nm at 4000RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited, which can be elevated to 174mph if the extra cost speed limit de-restriction option is specified. The fuel consumption is really low for such power – 26.9 mpg and CO2 emissions of 246 g/km.

    Like all RS models, the RS 5 Coupé applies its power to the road with quattro permanent all-wheel-drive, which in this instance is further enhanced by the crown-gear centre differential that can vary the distribution of torque between the front and rear axles at lightning speed and over a wide range. Up to 70% can flow to the front or as much as 85 percent to the rear, as necessary. The default 40:60 ratio of the rear-biased configuration ensures sporty handling. The electronic stability program (ESP) also integrates a sport mode which ensures that it intervenes at a later stage. It can also be switched off entirely.

    The optional Sport Package also includes larger 20” rotor design titanium-look alloy wheels, a sports exhaust system. It is priced at £2 250.

    2012 Audi RS5 UK
    2012 Audi RS5 UK

    Source: Audi

  • Audi RS 5 Coupe Debuts In Geneva

    Thirty years after the original Audi quattro captivated the Geneva Motor Show, the new Audi RS 5 Coupe is about to do it proud with a combination of high-revving V8 power, super fast S tronic twin-clutch gear shifting and a new evolution of the world famous all-wheel-drive system featuring the latest differential technology. Following its debut at the 2010 Geneva Show, the extreme RS reinterpretation of the elegant A5 two-door is expected to open for order in the UK in the spring priced at circa £58,500, and will reach its first customers in October.

    Developed by Audi high performance engineering and styling subsidiary quattro GmbH, the RS 5 is the latest in an illustrious lineage dating back over 15 years to the RS 2 Avant. This RS can of course also trace its roots to the original or ‘Ur’ quattro launched in Geneva in 1980, but also to the critically acclaimed R8 sports car, the V10 FSI engine from which provides the technological basis for the new hand-built, high-revving 4.2-litre V8 FSI engine that spins freely and charismatically to 8,250pm, and delivers its 450PS peak output at this high point. A torque maximum of 430Nm is available between 4,000 and 6,000rpm, helping to power the new, 1725kg RS 5 to 62mph in 4.6 seconds and to an electronically governed 155mph top speed. (more…)