Key highlights
- 2026 Audi RS5 and RS5 Avant launched in Germany
- It is powered by a new 2.9-litre V6 plug-in hybrid engine
- Packs more performance and a heavier build than before
Audi has launched its latest RS model in Germany. The new RS5 is now available for pre-bookings, and it is based on the latest Audi A5. Check out what makes it special below.
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What is special about the new 2026 Audi RS5?
The all-new RS5 is back, and it is available in the Sportback and Avant versions in Germany now. The new RS5 is based on the A5, but it features a complete RS upgrade, including the sporty, more aerodynamic body kit, RS-spec 20/21-inch alloy wheels, RS grille, sporty exhaust, and technical upgrades for improved performance.
Powering the new RS5 is a 2.9-litre V6 twin-turbo engine that alone makes 503bhp. However, Audi has equipped the new RS5 with a 25.9kWh battery pack and a 128bhp electric motor that delivers the power to all wheels, which cumulatively makes 630bhp.
While the new RS5 is 550kg heavier than its predecessor, it can sprint 0-100 km/h in just 3.6 seconds. Moreover, the battery pack offers a pure electric range of up to 80km, which makes it more economical to use in the city.
This new powertrain is paired to a new 8-speed hybridised automatic gearbox and a new transaxle design that features world-first electromechanical torque vectoring for precise handling. The suspension is also tuned with the twin-valve shock absorbers, while the steering has been tuned as per the RS specifications.
Buyers can also opt for an additional Sport Package, which offers 21-inch two-tone lightweight alloy wheels, a sports exhaust system, dynamic front and rear bumpers, and a top speed of 285 km/h. Meanwhile, the package includes contrast stitching and the use of brass elements for the first time.
Audi will commence the bookings in the first quarter of this year, while the deliveries are expected to commence by mid-2026. The RS5 is priced at 106,200-107,850 Euros, which makes it approximately Rs 1.10-15 crore.
