Now in its second-generation, the 2018 Audi RS5 is better looking, more powerful and faster than ever. While we don’t get a lot of Audi RS models in America, the RS5 has been one of them since its inception. This new second-gen car recently made its North American debut at the 2017 NYIAS and we’re extremely excited about it.
The previous-generation Audi RS5 was a great looking car with a fantastic engine. It had gorgeous Walter de Silva-inspired styling and packed an absolutely-brilliant naturally-aspirated 4.2 liter V8 engine. It was good looking, fast and sounded incredible. So this new car has a lot to live up to. From the looks of things, the second-gen RS5 should be able to match its impressive predecessor while also paving its old path.
Whereas the previous car was a bit more of an exotic muscle car, this new car is high-tech and sharp. Instead of the old car’s 4.2 liter V8, the new car packs a 2.9 liter twin-turbocharged V6. While both cars actually make 450 hp, the newer car makes more torque, packing 442 lb-ft of torque compared to the old car’s 317 lb-ft. That allows it to be quicker to 60 mph, getting there in 3.9 seconds, rather than the old car’s 4.2.
On the inside, the new Audi RS5 has a cabin that matches the technology under the skin. Audi’s Virtual Cockpit is as-standard on the RS5 and it packs the brand’s latest MMI system. But it also packs some traditional luxury as well, with tons of alcantara, leather and metal. It’s a lovely interior and one that outclasses its competition, such as the BMW M4 and Mercedes-AMG C63 Coupe.
[Source: QuattroDaily]
Audi A5 is uglier than before.
Does that mean RS5 is better looking than A5?
A challenger to to Lexus for “The Ugliest Front Fascia” contest.
outclasses its competition https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/3ad60de8d2e93ae49e653d88cdc2942c0000bae292fe62ea97a5d1c9762cb663.jpg ? they are drunk?
yes, I’ve sat in both
LOL outclasses competition M3 and C63 AMG??? Seriously?? Funny. Real funny.
I’ve been in the M3, M4, and C63 and the Audi does have the better interior. There’s no shame in admitting that.
I think that the people who think that Audi interiors aren’t typically best in class (with the exception of MMI, which is not as good as iDrive, which is how god intended us to control a vehicle’s infotainment system) should top up their bus passes, put on a clean shirt and go see for themselves. That’s not the issue though. The real issue is 275 tires on an AWD car. Might as well put stickers on the car that say, “If you’re looking for an engaging, dynamic driving experience, go somewhere else!” I think a square 255 setup, plus the Audi active diff would have been better.
Agreed. I’ve been a BMW fan for my entire adult life and love the brand but Audi cabins are superior at the moment. With the exception of the new 5 Series, Audi has BMW beat in the interior department. They just feel so solid and very special.
So BMW began to make up for more competitive interiors with their new G model line.
Indeed. BMW really stepped its game up with the new 5er. Best cabin in class overall. Very Audi-like actually, simple and ergonomic but done really well.