Audi RS 5 Avant Brings Speed, Style, and Wagon Practicality
The new Audi RS 5 Avant is one of the few high-performance vehicles out there that does not make you compromise on performance and practicality. In the world of high-performance vehicles, where most of them are getting more and more electrified and complicated, Audi has managed to strike the right chord. The RS 5 Avant is not just a high-performance vehicle, but also a high-powered vehicle with the latest in hybrid technology and the looks of a station wagon. This is the kind of vehicle that is sure to turn heads quickly for the performance enthusiast in the United States who loves station wagons. Audi claims the new RS 5 Avant to be the first high-performance plug-in hybrid from Audi Sport.
Under the hood of the new RS 5 Avant is a 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 engine and a 130kW electric motor, combining for a total of 470kW of power. This gives the vehicle the kind of oomph you’d expect from a vehicle sporting an “RS” badge, but it also gives it a new level of instant electric response that should make it a smoother vehicle to drive on a daily basis. Audi claims it’ll go from 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds, or roughly 0-62 mph in the same amount of time – plenty fast for a station wagon!
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Image Source: Official Brand MediaOne of the coolest things about the new RS 5 Avant is how much thought Audi has put into the car beyond just how fast it goes. It has a new quattro system with Dynamic Torque Control, and Audi claims it debuts electromechanical torque vectoring at the rear axle on a large scale for the first time. That means it should handle really well, with quick turn-in and a lot of grip out of the turns. It also means it should be a blast to drive, which is not always something one associates with a car of this form. Audi also equips the RS 5 Avant with RS sport suspension and twin-valve shock absorbers.
What makes this Audi particularly attractive, though, is the fact that it doesn’t forget the “Avant” part of its name. It’s one of those high-performance cars that doesn’t forget the importance of cabin room, wagon convenience, or the ability to run on electric power for city driving. It’s capable, Audi claims, of delivering more than 80 km of electric city range, which for some consumers will be important if they want the performance without the constant need to refuel the gas tank. It makes the RS 5 Avant feel like one of the more modern high-performance cars out there, one that’s capable of delivering thrills on the back roads without losing its relevance in the real world.
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Image Source: Official Brand Media| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Audi RS 5 Avant |
| Powertrain | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine | 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 |
| Electric Motor | 130 kW |
| Total Output | 470 kW (639 PS) |
| Torque | 825 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 3.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h (optional 285 km/h) |
| Electric City Range | 81–86 km |
| Drivetrain | quattro AWD |
| Highlight Feature | Dynamic Torque Control with rear torque vectoring |
From a styling point of view, the RS 5 Avant continues to carry on that traditional Audi formula of aggressive but not garish, sporty but not over-the-top. It has a road presence with its widened bodywork, its darker lighting elements, and its bold RS styling cues. It is a car that looks expensive, looks fast, and looks mature all at the same time. It is a performance wagon that could be a highly desirable option for those who want something a little different from the run-of-the-mill SUVs and sports sedans out there.
