Audi Sport’s First High-Performance Plug-in Hybrid
The all-new RS5 marks a major milestone for :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}, becoming the brand’s first RS model to feature a high-performance plug-in hybrid system. Replacing the discontinued RS4, the RS5 will be offered globally in both sedan and Avant body styles.
Electrified V6 Power Delivers 630 bhp
At the heart of the new RS5 is a 2.9-litre twin-turbocharged V6 engine sourced from the :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}. The petrol engine produces 503 bhp and 600 Nm, while an electric motor adds 174 bhp and 460 Nm. Combined system output stands at an impressive 630 bhp and 825 Nm.
Euro 7-Ready Engine With Improved Efficiency
To comply with upcoming Euro 7 emission norms, the V6 now runs on a revised Miller Cycle, using early intake valve closure for cleaner combustion. Additional upgrades include higher fuel injection pressure, variable-geometry turbochargers and a redesigned intake with water-cooled intercoolers.
Over 80 km of Electric-Only Driving
Powering the hybrid system is a 25.9 kWh battery mounted above the rear axle. This setup allows the RS5 to travel more than 80 km in pure electric mode, making it one of the most capable EV-ready performance sedans in its class.
Advanced Quattro AWD and Torque Vectoring
The RS5 features an upgraded quattro all-wheel-drive system with a limited-slip centre differential. It can distribute up to 70 percent of power to the front axle or up to 85 percent to the rear. A new rear torque-vectoring system uses a dedicated electric motor to optimise grip in under 15 milliseconds.
Performance-Focused Suspension and Braking
Suspension duties are handled by a five-link setup at both ends, paired with RS-specific adaptive dampers. Braking comes from massive 420 mm front and 400 mm rear steel discs as standard, with carbon-ceramic brakes available for buyers seeking track-focused performance.
