- Olga Kokorina
- Translated by Olga Apetenok
- Ru Fr
Audi RS5 Coupe. 2nd generation, 2019 restyling
The Audi RS5 is a Gran Turismo sports car manufactured since 2010 by Audi Sport GmbH (formerly quattro GmbH) on the Audi A5 platform. There are cabriolet, coupe and liftback variants. In 2021, Israeli buyers can purchase the second generation car after the 2019 restyling in coupe and liftback bodies. It is built on the MLB evo platform, which makes it similar to the A4 sedan and other models. In our review, we will tell you about the restyled 2019 Audi RS5 coupe.
The new Audi RS5 coupe is the most powerful version based on the current generation Audi A5. The 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine with 450 hp delivers superb driving dynamics. High-speed characteristics are combined with a bright aggressive image, impeccable handling, attractive equipment and a high level of safety. The three-door coupe body somewhat makes it somewhat inconvenient to use the second row, and the ceiling above it is low. Well, beauty has its price.
Exterior
The restyled 2019/2020 Audi RS5 coupe features new LED optics with intermittent running light stripes and an even wider front grille. The rear end has a new taillight pattern, which makes the model easy to recognize. The coupe is 4,723 mm long, 1,866 mm wide and 1,372 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,766 mm.
Interior and equipment
The interior hasn’t changed much. After the transition of the multimedia system to touch screens, the usual rotating MMI controller located on the central tunnel disappeared. The infotainment system now features a 10.1-inch touchscreen and the Audi virtual cockpit has new graphics. The new Audi RS5, sold in Israel, has a combination seat upholstery in nappa leather with red honeycomb stitching, electric sports front seats with heating and massage functions, three-zone climate control, Bang & Olufsen sound system with 19 speakers with 755 W, electric trunk. The trunk volume is 410 liters.
The coupe’s equipment list looks impressive and includes Audi Pre-Sense City (range up to 100 m), Side Assist (blind spot scanning up to 70 m), Active Lane Assist Control, as well as standard electronic motion control systems (ABS, stabilization system, hill start assist), adaptive headlights with automatic high beam control, light and rain sensor, blind spot monitoring, autonomous emergency braking system, rear cross traffic warning. The car can have ceramic brakes, panoramic roof, heated steering wheel and heated rear seats, wireless charging and more.
Powertrains and chassis
The 2020/2021 Audi RS5 coupe is still equipped with a 2.9-liter V6 biturbo engine. It still produces 450 hp and 600 Nm, is paired with an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The dynamics have not changed either: the coupe is able to develop the first 100 km in 3.9 seconds. The direct injection engine consumes 12.1 liters of fuel per 100 km within the city and 7.4 liters outside the city. The driver can choose from five driving modes: comfort, auto, dynamic, RS1 and RS2. The last two can be customized and can be activated using a button on the steering wheel.
The car comes with a fully independent multi-link suspension. The all-wheel drive transmission is equipped with a center differential, which by default distributes torque between the front and rear axles in a ratio of 40:60, but it can go up to 15:85 to ensure perfect traction of the rear axle with the road. The car can be equipped with an active rear differential that controls the thrust vector, as well as adaptive dampers with Dynamic Ride Control (DRC). A sports rear differential is available as an option.
