Overview
- The new RS 5 debuts as a sedan and Avant with a combined 639 CV and 825 Nm, posting 0–100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and a top speed of up to 285 km/h.
- The plug‑in powertrain pairs a 2.9‑liter V6 biturbo rated at 510 CV with a 177 CV electric motor integrated into an 8‑speed Tiptronic.
- A 25.9 kWh battery supports AC charging up to 11 kW and a Battery Charge drive mode, with a claimed electric‑only range of up to 84 km.
- Dynamic Torque Control at the rear redistributes torque in 15 milliseconds, while the quattro system can send up to 85% of drive to the rear; a steering‑wheel button delivers a 10‑second boost for maximum thrust.
- An Italian market launch is planned for Q3 2026, with reported provisional pricing starting around €111,000 for the sedan and rising to roughly €122,000 for top Performance trims.