The exterior now sports a more aggressive presence.
There will be new Ascari and Black optic launch editions.
RS 5 will include a new MIB 3 infotainment system with a 10.1-inch screen.
This segment of cars includes some of the most desirable high-performance luxury cars in the world. One such entry is the all-new BMW M3 and M4, which square off directly with the Audi RS 5. Both the Coupe and superb Sportback have received mid-cycle updates that will keep them fresh.
2021 Audi RS 5 Coupe And Sportback | Photo: Audi
Visually, the 2021 Audi RS 5 Coupe and Sportback will gain an updated exterior design inspired by the extraordinary RS 6 Avant and RS 7 Sportback. The signature Singleframe grille is larger and flatter than previously. The new fascia blends in purposefully with the flared wheel arches and standard Matrix-design LED headlights with Audi laser light.
The big news on board for the Audi RS 5 is the new 10.1-inch touchscreen which features the all-new MIB 3 infotainment system with standard Audi smartphone interface that provides wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.
2021 Audi RS 5 Coupe | Photo: Audi
Performance and speed are unchanged. The bi-turbo 2.9-litre V6 engine generates 444 horsepower and 442 lb.-ft. of torque. With the standard 8-speed automatic transmission and quattro AWD, the RS 5 sprints from 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds for the Coupe, 3.8 for the Sportback.
The two new Launch Editions breakdown as follows (from the Audi press release):
Ascari launch edition includes (25 Coupe / 100 Sportback units):
- Audi exclusive Ascari Blue metallic paint
- Blue brake calipers and ceramic front brakes
- 20” 5-arm-flag design forged wheels in silver finish with summer performance tires
- Carbon fiber trimmed engine cover
- 3-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel in Alcantara® with shift paddles
- Audi dynamic steering which offers a variable steering ratio that adjusts based on vehicle speed and the Audi drive select setting
- Audi exclusive painted matte alu optic side sill inlays
- RS Carbon matte inlays and RS design package interior with gray contrast stitching
- RS sport suspension plus with Dynamic Ride Control and RS sport exhaust system with black tailpipes
- Driver assistance package and navigation package
2021 Audi RS 5 Coupe And Sportback | Photo: Audi
Black optic launch edition includes (100 Coupe / 325 Sportback units):
- 20” 5-segment-spoke-evo design wheels in high-gloss black finish with summer performance tires
- Available colors include Mythos Black, Glacier White, Daytona Gray, Nardo Gray, Tango Red.
- Black Audi rings and badges
- Black roof (Coupe only, excludes Mythos Black)
- High-gloss black exterior elements including black mirror housings, front spoiler, and rear diffuser trim
- 3-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel in Alcantara® with shift paddles
- Audi dynamic steering which offers a variable steering ratio that adjusts based on vehicle speed and the Audi drive select setting
- Dynamic package which includes red brake calipers, RS sport suspension with Dynamic Ride Control and the RS sport exhaust system with black tailpipes
- RS Carbon matte inlays and RS design package interior with red contrast stitching
- Driver assistance package and navigation package
The 2021 Audi RS 5 Coupe and Sportback manufacturer suggested retail prices are as follows:
2021 Audi RS 5 Coupe: $75,100
2021 Audi RS 5 Sportback: $75,400
2021 Audi RS 5 Coupe Ascari launch edition: $95,600
2021 Audi RS 5 Sportback Ascari launch edition: $95,900
2021 Audi RS 5 Coupe Black optic launch edition: $87,400
2021 Audi RS 5 Sportback Black optic launch edition: $87,400
2021 Audi RS 5 Coupe | Photo: Audi
