The new Audi RS 5 2027: 639 hp and a clear warning to the BMW M3 and Mercedes-AMG C 63

The New Audi RS 5: 639 HP Hybrid Power and a Design That Commands Respect

The world of performance just got a lot busier and certainly a lot noisier. Audi has officially lifted the curtain on the new RS 5, a model that not only takes over from the old generation, but rewrites the rules of the game to compete head-to-head with the BMW M3 and Mercedes-AMG C 63.

Available in both Sedan and the iconic Avant (station wagon) form, the new RS 5 takes the decisive step towards Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) technology, promising figures that, until recently, were reserved for supercars.

Exterior Design: Muscle and Aerodynamics on Steroids

If a standard A5 seemed elegant to you, the new RS 5 is the definition of visual aggression. Audi has widened the body by no less than 9 centimeters, giving the car an extremely stable and “nervous” posture.

• Front: The Singleframe grille with 3D honeycomb pattern dominates the look, flanked by oversized air intakes. Matrix LED headlights with RS-specific light signature (optionally available) complete the tech look.
• Profile and Wheels: As standard, the car comes with 20-inch wheels, but the piece de resistance are the 21-inch forged ones, available in spectacular shades like Neodymium Matte Grey.
• Rear: Here we find the big aesthetic novelty: an exhaust system with two central oval terminals, integrated into a massive diffuser with vertical fins. The second-generation OLED taillights offer a visual spectacle with every braking.

The color palette is equally vibrant, including shades such as the legendary Goodwood Green or the exclusive Merlin Pearl.

Interior: Digitalization at the "Panorama" level

The interior of the new RS 5 is a mix of sustainable luxury and cutting-edge technology. The centerpiece is the Audi MMI Panorama, a display that covers almost the entire dashboard:

1. Instrument panel: 11.9 inches (Virtual Cockpit).
2. Central Screen: 14.5 inches for infotainment.
3. Passenger Screen: 10.9 inches, so that the person on the right can manage navigation or media without distracting the driver.

The sports seats come standard with electric adjustment and massage function, and are upholstered in a combination of Dinamica fabric and microfiber. For purists, the RS steering wheel with its flattened bottom and carbon fiber inserts are a constant reminder that you are in a car capable of extreme performance.

Engine and Performance: V6 Heart Meets Electricity

Under the hood, Audi kept the 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 unit, but turned it into a hybrid beast.

• Internal combustion engine: 510 HP and 600 Nm.
• Electric Motor: 177 HP and 460 Nm (integrated into the transmission).
• Total System: An arsenal of 639 HP and 825 Nm of torque.

Despite its considerable weight (over 2.3 tons), the RS 5 sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.6 seconds. Top speed is electronically limited, but can be "released" to 285 km/h with the Audi Sport package.

In pure electric mode, thanks to the 22 kWh (useful) battery, the new RS 5 can travel up to 87 kilometers in the city without burning a drop of gasoline. AC charging at 11 kW allows a full charge in approximately 2.5 hours.

Transmission, Quattro and Suspension: Total Control

Power is handled by an 8-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission, optimized for lightning-fast shifts. The quattro all-wheel drive system uses a limited-slip center differential, capable of sending up to 85% of torque to the rear axle for dynamic handling.

• Suspension: Specially tuned by the RS division to mask the car's mass, providing remarkable cornering stability.
• Brakes: Standard we have massive steel discs (420 mm front), but optionally you can choose carbon-ceramic brakes. These reduce the weight by 30 kg and stop the car from 100 km/h in just 30.6 meters, a top performance in this segment.

Prices and availability on the Romanian market

The launch of the new Audi RS 5 marks not only a name change (the successor to the RS 4), but also a repositioning in the high-performance premium segment, directly reflected in costs and delivery schedule.

The launch of the new Audi RS 5 marks not only a name change (the successor to the RS 4), but also a repositioning in the high-performance premium segment, directly reflected in costs and delivery schedule.

Estimated prices and European references. Although the exact prices for the Romanian configurator may vary slightly depending on local taxes and standard features specific to the importer, the official values ??announced at the European level (Germany) serve as the best reference point:

• Audi RS 5 Sedan: The price starts at approximately 106,200 Euros.
• Audi RS 5 Avant: The estate version has a starting price of approximately 107,850 Euros.

This generation comes with a price increase of over 20% compared to the previous model. The jump is justified by the complexity of the new plug-in hybrid system and the massive power surplus (from 450 hp to 639 hp). In Romania, we can expect list prices to be very close to those in Germany, given the similar VAT rate (19%).

Availability and Delivery Times. If you're ready to get your hands on the most powerful RS 5 in history, here's the release schedule:

• Opening of orders: Pre-order lists are expected to open in the Audi dealer network in Romania in March 2026.
• First deliveries: The first customers will receive their cars starting in June 2026.
• Showrooms: The model will be available to admire in Audi Sport centers (such as those in Bucharest, Timi?oara or Cluj), most likely towards the end of spring.

Conclusion: A New Chapter for the RS Legend

The new Audi RS 5 is not just a generational update, but a declaration of technological independence in an era where pure performance must make peace with emissions regulations. The move from the RS 4 badge to the RS 5 (according to Audi's new nomenclature, where odd numbers are reserved for combustion engines and hybrids) comes with figures that seem to have been lifted from the data sheet of a supercar from a few years ago.

Here are the main conclusions after the big launch:

• The Power vs. Weight Compromise: With an arsenal of 639 HP, the RS 5 becomes the most powerful model in its class, managing to mask the mass of over 2.3 tons through cutting-edge technology: recalibrated suspensions, ultra-precise steering and the quattro system with torque vectoring.
• Unparalleled Versatility: Audi stays true to its DNA by offering the Avant variant. It is probably the fastest and most technologically advanced way to take the family on holiday, while offering an electric range of almost 90 km for the “discreet” daily commute around town.
• Digitization to the Max: The three-screen interior and RS-specific graphics transform the driving experience into a futuristic one, although "old school" fans may miss the physical buttons of yesteryear.

The verdict? The new Audi RS 5 is a hybrid wolf that promises to offer the best of both worlds: the brutality of a twin-turbo V6 and the efficiency of a modern electric motor. It remains to be seen whether its agility on the track will be able to defy the laws of physics and the extra kilos in the face of rivals from BMW and Mercedes.