Audi RS 5 Avant

2026 AUDI RS 5 AVANT PERFORMANCE VORSPRUNG TFSI e QUATTRO — UNITED KINGDOM SPECIFICATION

Engine and Drivetrain

The RS 5 Avant performance Vorsprung is driven by a 2,894 cc twin-turbocharged V6 TFSI petrol engine combined with an electric motor integrated into the transmission, forming a plug-in hybrid powertrain. System output is 630 bhp (639 PS / 470 kW) with 825 Nm of system torque, delivered through an 8-speed tiptronic automatic transmission to quattro permanent all-wheel drive with an RS sport differential on the rear axle. The high-voltage battery has a capacity of 25.9 kWh, giving a quoted electric-only range of 49 miles (79 km) in the specification advertised. Charging is supported by the e-tron charging system compact and a Mode 3 public charging cable rated at 22 kW AC.

Performance

Audi quotes 0-62 mph in 3.6 seconds. Top speed is 177 mph (285 km/h), raised above the standard limiter as part of the performance Vorsprung specification. Weighted combined fuel consumption is quoted by the seller at 68.5 mpg.

Chassis, Steering and Brakes

The car runs progressive steering, Audi drive select with RS-specific modes, and an RS sport differential. Wheels are 21-inch 6-twin-spoke forged alloys in phantom black. The RS sports exhaust system with darkened tailpipes is fitted as standard to this grade.

Dimensions and Capacities

Length 4,835 mm, width 1,960 mm, height 1,450 mm, wheelbase 2,900 mm. Kerb weight is approximately 2,370 kg reflecting the plug-in hybrid battery and drive unit. Luggage capacity is 361 litres behind the rear seats, extending to 1,302 litres with the rear bench folded. Seating is for five. Dimensional and kerb-weight figures are manufacturer published figures for this generation and should be confirmed against the delivered unit's own conformity documents before freight cubing.

Exterior

Finished in Mythos Black metallic with the black styling package plus and the high gloss carbon exterior package, including carbon exterior mirror housings. Lighting is by darkened Matrix LED headlights with dynamic light sequencing and dynamic turn signals, with digital OLED rear lights. A panoramic sunroof with switchable transparency, black roof rails, projection light exterior mirrors and heat-insulating glass in the side and rear windows are fitted. A tow bar is fitted to this unit.

Interior and Seating

The cabin is specified as RS interior with sport seats plus trimmed in Deep Black Dinamica with red contrast stitching. Inlays are Matte Carbon Camouflage with a carbon micro twill structure inlay. The car carries a sport contour three-spoke steering wheel with flat top and bottom and a Dinamica microfibre rim with RS emblems, RS door sill trims, ambient lighting package plus with dynamic interaction light, and four-zone deluxe automatic climate control. Front seats are power adjustable with pneumatic lumbar adjustment and a massage function; front and rear seats are heated.

Infotainment and Connectivity

Audi virtual cockpit plus with the MMI panoramic display, Navigation system High, Audi connect package 3 with emergency call and service, and Audi connect remote and control. Audio is by a Bang & Olufsen premium sound system with 3D sound and integrated headrest speakers, with DAB radio. A wireless charging phone compartment and increased-capacity USB charging ports are fitted.

Driver Assistance and Safety

Adaptive cruise control, camera-based traffic sign recognition, sign-based speed limiter, lane departure warning with emergency assist, parking system plus with distance display, and 3D and 360-degree surround view cameras.