The all-new Audi RS5 has one BIG secret – and it may not be an advantage!
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Mat's got his hands on the all-new Audi RS5!
While it's clear to see that this new generation RS has actually had a makeover from the outdoors, it's hiding a trick that you can't see from the style alone. It's now a plug-in hybrid, and as a result, the weight has actually soared to over 2,300 kg!
In contrast, the BMW M3 that we've brought along for this review ideas the scales at just 1,790 kg – so the RS5 is over half a tonne much heavier! The concern is, does the weight really make such a big distinction? Let's take a closer look.
Even if you're not a fan of hybrid tech, there's no rejecting that the new RS5 looks seriously remarkable! Up from there's a huge, aggressive-looking wide grille, and an entire load of vents that all serve a function. Along the side the expanded wheel arches give the vehicle more existence on the roadway, as do the side skirts. Along the back, the style is reasonably similar to the standard A5, although there's a small boot lip spoiler, combined with a brand-new lower bumper with a huge diffuser and two huge exhausts.
On the within, the layout is fairly similar to the basic A5 & S5, although there are a couple of distinctions. There's an octagonal sports steering wheel, which features both 'RS' and 'Boost' buttons to quickly configure the driving mode. There are RS sports seats with red stitching, RS badging on the kick plates, and Alcantara-type product across the dash. The digital dial screen also comes with bespoke RS dials. Otherwise, the layout is pretty much the like the standard car, with a large curved dial & infotainment screen, along with a screen for the guest.
The new Audi RS5 is powered by a 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6, coupled with an electric motor. Combined, the brand-new RS5 puts down 639hp and 825Nm. This power is sent to all 4 wheels via an 8-speed automated transmission.
The new Audi RS5 expenses from ₤ 89,400, which is around ₤ 2,000 less than a BMW M3, which is a number of years older. What's more, the expense of the RS5 we're reviewing, with added alternatives, is around ₤ 97,000, while the M3 is loaded with package and expenses around ₤ 118,000! However is the non-hybrid M3 a better choice than the remarkably heavy RS5? Join Mat for this brand new review, and then let us know which you 'd choose in the comments!
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Chapters
00:00 New Audi RS5 Evaluation: Better Than a BMW M3?
00:42 Audi RS5 0-60mph & 1/4-Mile Velocity Test
01:56 BMW M3 0-60mph & 1/4-Mile Velocity Test
02:50 Audi RS5 vs BMW M3 Emergency Brake Test
03:56 Audi RS5 Drift Mode
05:48 New Audi RS5 Exterior Design & Widebody Styling
07:21 Audi RS5 Interior, Infotainment & Digital Cockpit
08:49 Back Traveler Space & Legroom
09:03 Audi RS5 Boot Capacity & Usefulness
09:30 5 Annoying Audi RS5 Features
13:14 5 Cool Audi RS5 Features
14:35 Plug-in Hybrid Battery Variety
15:11 Audi RS5 Road Test & Efficiency Evaluation
17:37 BMW M3 Competitors Driving Experience
18:54 New Audi RS5 UK Rate
20:04 Final Verdict: Should You Buy the New Audi RS5?
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