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Audi RS5 Sedan 2026

The Audi RS5 Sedan 2026 introduces a 470 kW (639 PS), 825 Nm high-performance plug-in hybrid powertrain. It combines a 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 with an electric motor integrated into a rear transaxle, plus quattro drive and electromechanical torque vectoring.

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Audi RS5 Sedan 2026
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History

This generation opens a new chapter for Audi’s mid-size range. Introduced under the A5 name after thirty years of A4, it adopts the Premium Platform Combustion, a new electronic architecture and a cabin centred on the curved OLED MMI panoramic display.

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Technical data

Official Audi technical data for the RS5 Sedan, matched precisely to this version and model year.

Performance

System output
470 kW
System torque
825 Nm
0-100 km/h
3.6 s
Top speed
250 km/h
Top speed, electric
140 km/h

Combustion engine

Layout
V6 engine
Displacement
2,894 cm³
Bore × stroke
84.5 × 86 mm
Compression ratio
10.9
Engine output
375 kW
Engine torque
600 Nm
Emission standard
Euro 6e-bis
Fuel
Electricity / Gasoline

Electrification and charging

Peak electric output
130 kW
Continuous electric output
70 kW
Electric torque
460 Nm
Gross / usable battery
25.9 / 22 kWh
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
HV system voltage
400 V
Electric range WLTP
84–75 km
Electric range, city
87 km
Maximum AC charging
11 kW

Consumption and emissions

WLTP consumption
4.3–3.8 l/100 km
WLTP electric consumption
18.4–17.7 kWh/100 km
CO₂ emissions
98–86 g/km
CO₂ class
C–B
Consumption, battery depleted
10–9.5 l/100 km
CO₂, battery depleted
228–217 g/km
CO₂ class, battery depleted
G

Drivetrain

Transmission
8-speed tiptronic
Drive type
quattro permanent all-wheel drive with self-locking center differential
Rear differential
quattro sport

Chassis and brakes

Front suspension
5-link front axle
Rear suspension
5-link rear axle
Steering
Electromechanical progressive steering with speed-dependent power assistance
Steering ratio
15.2
Turning circle
12.9 m
Brake discs front / rear
420 / 400 mm
Wheels
Forged aluminum 10 J x 20
Tyres
285/35 R 20

Dimensions and volumes

Length
4,896 mm
Width (excl. mirrors)
1,952 mm
Width (incl. mirrors)
2,099 mm
Height
1,428–1,454 mm
Wheelbase
2,906–2,907 mm
Track front / rear
1673 / 1659 mm
Boot
331 l
Boot, seats folded
1,170 l
Doors / seats
5 / 5
Drag coefficient Cd
0.34
Body structure
Unitary steel/aluminum composite construction

Weights and loads

Unladen weight
2,355 kg
Unladen weight with driver
2,430 kg
Gross weight limit
2,905 kg
Axle load front / rear
1390 / 1600 kg
Braked trailer (8%)
2,100 kg
Unbraked trailer
750 kg
Roof load
90 kg
Fuel tank
48 l

Source: Audi

Anecdotes

Second-generation digital OLED rear lights can display selectable signatures and contribute to light-based communication with other road users.

Production

Figures correspond to the Audi Germany programme and manufacturer technical data sheets available for model year 2026.

Press reception

Audi highlights the balance between sporting proportions, a digital interface and electrification tailored to each performance level.

Evolution

The Sedan body is 4896 mm long and 1,952 mm wide excluding mirrors. Its proportions combine a longer wheelbase, low roofline and pronounced wheel arches inspired by the Ur-quattro, while boot capacity reaches 331 litres.

Variants

Audi documents 1 official powertrain configuration for this body style. The technical table lists output, torque, acceleration, top speed and consumption for each, together with battery capacity and electric range for plug-in hybrids.

References

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