Audi RS5

Audi RS5 will debut at the Geneva Show in March.

V8 high-rev engine 4.2-liter with its 450 hp provides tremendous opportunities for unusual effectiveness in terms of fuel consumption.
Seven-speed S tronic and the new center differential in the quattro drive system sends power to all wheels.

V8 high-rev engine with a capacity of 4163 cm3 is closely related to driving high-performance V10 R8 sports car. Like almost all petrol engines Audi, used in the direct fuel injection (FSI technology). With the Audi R8 race car won four times in the legendary race at Le Mans. Common Rail system generates pressure to 120 bars.

Careful modified dual intake and exhaust system allow long-stroke engine, the piston free to "breathe", four adjustable camshafts and variable length intake manifold help in preparing the perfect blend. 4.2 FSI has impressive pulling power, and feel perfectly well at high speeds, almost like a racing engine. Achieved 331 kW (450 hp) at 8250 rev. / Min, maximum torque of 430 Nm is available from 4000 to 6000 rev. / Min.

The mighty power, spontaneous response to driver input, ease of entry into the high speed, full sound: V8 engine, manufactured by hand by Audi, is a fascinating combination of strength and emotion.

Photography seven-speed S tronic in the RS5 with high efficiency and long last gear ratio also has a positive effect on efficiency. Transmission consists of two clutches and two transmissions. Both transmission structures are continuously active, but only one is connected to the motor. The shifting is done by changing couplings: quickly, smoothly and almost imperceptibly.

Body lowered in relation to the Audi A5. Wheels are standard alloy wheels in size 19-inch with tires 265/35. Rims have an exclusive, five-spoke design. At the request of RS5 may be taking place on 20-inch wheels with tires 275/30.

The brake system uses a powerful, ventilated disc - on the front axle. In order to maximize heat dissipation steel friction rings are perforated and linked pins with aluminum hubs. Black, shiny brake calipers with the RS sign is made of aluminum, have eight front pistons. On request, Audi mounted on the front axle wheels with carbon fiber reinforced ceramics. They are extremely lightweight, durable and have a long life.

The ESP includes a sports mode, you can completely disable it.

Servotronic power steering, operating according to the speed in RS5 rigidly set. Standard on the Audi drive select system lets you select one of three modes of operation of the steering, the seven-speed S tronic, the sport differential, engine and exhaust system: comfort, auto or dynamic. If the RS5 is equipped with MMI navigation system, comes to the fourth mode, which the driver can freely configure.

Audi drive select controls the characteristics of motor control and relief valves equipped with a dual exhaust system that changes the sound of the engine. Apart from sport differential is also available dynamic steering as part of Audi drive select. It changes the steering ratio depending on the speed - from direct to indirect maneuvering on the highway. In the border area to the system automatically turns the wheel counters generating small pulses.

Dynamic elegance characterized the interior of the vehicle. Sport seats with contoured sides and integral head restraints are standard. Seats covered with a combination of leather and Alcantara can be adjusted automatically. As an alternative a strongly contoured bucket seats with fold-back or air-conditioned comfort seats with soft upholstery and ventilation function.

Massive steering wheel covered in perforated leather. The black dial faces with white subtitles. After the engine red needles rise up and fall back. The driver information system includes the timer to record lap times and the oil temperature gauge. Just like on the monitor with the optional MMI navigation system, while the engine is started it appears on the splash screen RS.

The interior is decorated in black, carbon fiber decorative inlays wykonanoz.

Pedals, footrest and buttons MMI operating system are optional aluminum caps. Door handles (as in any RS) like two narrow arches. Overlays are also decorated with aluminum strips on the sills, and the subtitles RS5 bring dynamic accents to the interior.

Are available on request elegant details, such as dark inlays on the structure of stainless steel mesh, the elements covered with glossy black lacquer "piano" or brushed aluminum. The seats can be covered with a special kind of leather in unique colors. You can also buy silver headlining. In addition, Audi exclusive program offers special options for the RS, including but not limited operating elements covered with natural leather and rugs Wildleder saying RS5. If you selected the option of a more sporting exhaust system acoustic tailpipes have a black cover.