Engineering:Audi S and RS models

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Audi S, Audi RS
RS S AA.png
Overview
ManufacturerAudi AG
Production1983–present
AssemblyAudi Sport GmbH
Neckarsulm, Germany
Body and chassis
ClassC (S3, RS3), D (S4, RS4, S5, RS5), E (S6, RS6, S7, RS7), F (S8) and S-segments (TTS, TTRS)
Layout4WD (quattro)
RelatedAudi R8
Audi S2, the original Audi "S" car, produced from 1990 to 1994
Detail of the "S" vertical emphasis lines on the front grill of a B6 S4
Audi RS2, the original Audi "RS" car, a joint venture between Audi and Porsche from 1994 to 1995.

Audi S and RS models are a range of high performance versions of certain car models of the German automotive company Audi AG. These cars primarily focus on enhanced "sport" performance.[1] Production of Audi "S" cars began in 1990 with the S2 Coupé, whilst the first "RS" car appeared four years later with the Audi RS 2 Avant.

Today's S and RS models are based on the A/TT/Q[2] models with the same number (e.g. S4/RS 4 is based on the A4 or the TT RS based on the TT), but the "Ur-S4" from 1991 to 1994 was based on the Audi 100/200 later named A6 and the first S2/RS2 generation from 1990 to 1995 was based on the Audi 80/90 platform later replaced by the A4.

History

The history of road versions of Audi racing cars begins in the 1980s, from models Audi Quattro and Audi Sport Quattro made by concern Audi AG in the city of Ingolstadt. In 1983, the company Quattro GmbH was founded (since November 2016, "Audi Sport GmbH") in the city of Neckarsulm responsible for the development of sports models of cars of Audi brand. In 1990, appeared based on the model Audi 80 sports model S2 as a receiver Audi Quattro but already under the designation of the series "S" in the name and having a capacity of 220 hp. And in 1994 there was even more powerful model Audi RS2 Avant based on Audi 80 model of joint development of Audi and Porsche having 315 hp.[3] The model was equipped with components from Porsche. As in 1973, Audi, together with Porsche, also developed a prototype based on the Audi 100 Coupé S, produced in 1968, which has 112 hp. the "Grand tourer" class. which received the name 100 Coupé S V3 and was equipped with a V8 engine with a power of 350 hp.[4]

Since 1994, the development of the Audi S and RS sports series was started directly from the Quattro.[3]

S models

Numerous "S" models, from most of Audi's mainstream model ranges have been produced over the years. These cars are recognisable by their "S" badges, and unique emphasis lines on their front grills and on the back side, instead of the letter "A" in the designation of numbers and also in use in the notation "S3", "TTS" and "SQ5".[5]

All Audi "S" models are equipped with Audi's 'trademark' quattro four-wheel drive system as standard.[6] Unique internal combustion engines, along with larger, more powerful brakes, stiffer suspension systems, additional exterior body styling, and carbon fibre interior trims set them apart from their related "siblings" of their respective model range.[7]

In the past, some Audi S models competed directly with BMW M and Mercedes-AMG models, especially if Audi RS models are not offered, such as the B6 Audi S4 4.2 FSI versus the BMW M3 and Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG.[8] Since 2010 however, Audi S models have been positioned more as optional engine trims. For instance the base Audi A4 (B8) engine is the 2.0 TFSI turbo four-cylinder, and with the discontinuation of the 3.2 FSI V6, that makes the Audi S4's 3.0 TFSI V6 the performance option (the B8 Audi S4 3.0 TFSI positioned closer to the E90 BMW 335i than the BMW M3). The Audi A6 (C7) no longer has a V8 engine upgrade in the non "S" range, with the discontinuation of the C6 Audi A6 4.2 FSI that was offered from 2004 – 2011, one must go to the C7 Audi S6 4.0 TFSI.[9]

Audi "S" models should not be confused with the Audi "A, Q, TT" series, equipped with a package "S line" models, which feature leather trim, S-line badging, sports steering wheel and sports suspension, but they are not equipped with a high-power engine.[5][10]

RS models

Audi RS6 model emblem
Audi RS 4 Sedan quattro (B7)
Audi RS5 DTM ABT Sportsline
Racecars Audi Sport Quattro S1 and Audi S1 EKS RX

Audi Sport GmbH (formerly quattro GmbH), AUDI AGs high performance private subsidiary, creates even higher performance versions, known by their "RS" badging. The "RS" initials are taken from the German: RennSport — literally translated as "racing sport". The characteristics and cost of these cars are equated to cars belonging to the supercar class.[11]

RS is Audi's highest performance 'top-tier' trim level, positioned distinctly above the "S" ("Sport") specification level of Audi's regular model range. All "RS" cars pioneer some of Audi's latest and most advanced technology and engineering prowess, therefore, "RS" cars are considered by some as "halo vehicles". Audi RS cars are some of the most powerful vehicles ever offered by Audi as well as R8. Audi RS 6 (5.0 TFSI quattro), for instance, is more powerful than the physically larger Audi S8 (5.2 FSI quattro).[6] However, the 2012 — 2015 Audi S8 shares the same engine as the 2013 — ... Audi RS 6 and Audi RS7, albeit in a lower state of tune, while for the 2016 — 2017 model years, the facelifted Audi S8 plus is considered 'an "RS" in anything but name as it features an uprated engine with the same output as the smaller RS 6 and RS7.[12] The 2016-17 S8 Plus was built by Quattro GmbH and has a VIN number that starts with WUA to identify it, compared to previous versions of the S8 which were built by Audi on the regular assembly line alongside other A8 variants.

Available for limited time and only in select markets, on a restricted model range, these "RS" (and "S" models)[13] models are wholly designed, developed and produced in-house by Audi AG's high performance private subsidiary company, Audi Sport GmbH, at its Neckarsulm factory.[14]

Unlike Audi "S" models whose interiors are well-furnished in order to retain the feel of sport luxury, the interior of Audi "RS" models are often spartan by comparison as the emphasis is more on track performance than luxury. The 2008 Audi RS 4 sold in Europe had lightweight racing-style front seats and roll-up windows for the rear doors, although its counterpart sold in the United States has luxurious power-adjustable front seats and power windows for all doors 2008 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Audi RS 4, 2008 M-B C63 AMG.

Audi "RS" models are considered direct competitors to similar sized hardcore sport models from BMW M and Mercedes-AMG, whereas the Audi "S" models (as of 2010) have been positioned more as engine upgrade trims. Taking the 2012 model year for example, the Audi RS 5 competes directly with the BMW M3, M4[15] whereas the Audi S5 competes with the BMW 335i, while the Audi RS 6 competes with the BMW M5 and the Audi S6 competes with the BMW 550i. However the Audi RS 6 (C6) was never exported to the United States due to emissions regulations, leaving the Audi S6 (C6) as the top performing trim to compete against the BMW M5 (E60) in that market 2013 Audi S7.

There used to be only one RS model in production at a time, but recently Audi has revised its policies and decided to make more than one RS model at a time, claiming that "customers want them, then why not give it to them".

Сomparison A / S / RS series Audi by example 6—line of models[16]
Model name Engine type Engine displacement Power Acceleration 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) Top speed Image
A6 I4 — V6 2.0 — 3.0 L. 204 — 340 PS 7.9 — 5.1 sec. 145–155 mph (233–249 km/h) Audi A6L 55 TFSIe Quattro 1Y7A5429.jpg
S6 V6 2.9 L. 450 PS 4.4 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) Audi S6 C8 at IAA 2019 IMG 0305.jpg
RS 6 V8 4.0 L. 600 PS 3.6 sec. 190 mph (306 km/h) Audi RS6 Avant C8 at IAA 2019 IMG 0194.jpg

Model range

The following Audi "S" and "RS" high performance models are being, or have been produced, or are speculated to be in future production:

Current models

(In model range order)

Audi
model name		 VW Group
platform		 Typ
code		 engine type max.motive power acceleration

0-62 mph

(0-100 km/h)

top speed car body style(s) weight production
year		 image
Audi RS Q8

[17][18]

MLB n/a 3,993 cc V8 TFSI 441 kW (600 PS; 591 bhp) 3.8 sec. 190 mph (306 km/h) 5 dr, 5 seat Crossover 2,390 kg (5,269 lb) 2020
Audi RS Q3 & RS Q3 Sportback

[19]

n/a n/a 2,480 cc I5 20v TFSI 294 kW (400 PS; 394 bhp) 4.5 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) 5 dr, 5 seat Crossover


5 dr, 4 seat Crossover (Sportback)

1,790 kg (3,946 lb)


1,775 kg (3,913 lb)

2020
Audi RS 7 MLB Evo C8 3,993 cc V8 TFSI 441 kW (600 PS; 591 bhp) 3.6 sec. 190 mph (306 km/h) 5 dr, 4 seat Sportback (fastback) 2,140 kg (4,718 lb) 2020 Audi RS 7 Sportback (C8) – f 06082021.jpg
Audi RS 6 Avant MLB Evo C8 3,993 cc V8 TFSI 441 kW (600 PS; 591 bhp) 3.6 sec. 190 mph (306 km/h) 5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 2,150 kg (4,740 lb) 2020
Audi S8 MLB Evo D5 3,993 cc V8 TFSI 420 kW (571 PS; 563 bhp) 3.8 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) 4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan) 2,305 kg (5,082 lb) 2020
Audi SQ8 MLB 3,956 cc V8 TDI 320 kW (435 PS; 429 bhp) 4.3 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) 5 dr, 5 seat Crossover 2,440 kg (5,379 lb) 2019 Audi SQ8 IMG 1978.jpg
Audi SQ2 MQB n/a 1,984 cc I4 TFSI 221 kW (300 PS; 296 bhp) 4.8 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) 5 dr, 5 seat Crossover 1,585 kg (3,494 lb) 2019 2020 Audi SQ2.jpg
Audi RS 4 Avant[20] MLB Evo B9 2,894 cc V6 TFSI 331 kW (450 PS; 444 bhp) 4.1 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h)


174 mph (280 km/h)

5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 1,820 kg (4,012 lb) 2019 2018 Audi RS4 TFSi Quattro Automatic 2.9.jpg
Audi RS 5 MLB Evo F5 2,894 cc V6 TFSI 331 kW (450 PS; 444 bhp) 3.9 sec. 174 mph (280 km/h) 2 dr, 4 seat mid-size Coupé


5 dr, 4 seat Sportback (fastback)

1,782 kg (3,929 lb)


1,817 kg (4,006 lb)

2019 Audi RS5 Coupé 5F in Stuttgart-Vaihingen IMG 3580.jpg
Classic Days 2019, Berlin (CDB90074).jpg
Audi S5 MLB Evo F5 2,967 cc V6 TDI


2,995 cc V6 TFSI

255 kW (347 PS; 342 bhp) 4.8 sec. (Coupé)


4.4 sec. (Sportback)


5.1 sec. (Cabriolet)

155 mph (249 km/h) 2 dr, 4 seat mid-size Coupé


5 dr, 4 seat Sportback (fastback)


2 dr, 4 seat mid-size Cabriolet

1,835 kg (4,045 lb)


1,870 kg (4,123 lb)


1,915 kg (4,222 lb)

2019 2018 Audi S5 TFSi Quattro Automatic 3.0 Front.jpg
200px
2017 Audi S5 TFSi Quattro Automatic 3.0.jpg
Audi TTS MQB 8S 1,984 cc I4 TFSI 228 kW (310 PS; 306 bhp) 4.5 sec. (Coupé)


4.8 sec. (Roadster)

155 mph (249 km/h) 2 dr, 2 seat compact Coupé


2 dr, 2 seat compact
Roadster (convertible)

1,480 kg (3,263 lb)


1,570 kg (3,461 lb)

2019 2016 Audi TTS TFSi Quattro S-A 2.0 Front.jpg
Audi TTS - Mondial de l'Automobile de Paris 2014 - 002.jpg
Audi TT RS MQB 8S 2,480 cc I5 20v TFSI 294 kW (400 PS; 394 bhp) 3.7 sec. (Coupé)


3.9 sec. (Roadster)

174 mph (280 km/h) 2 dr, 2 seat compact Coupé


2 dr, 2 seat compact
Roadster (convertible)

1,515 kg (3,340 lb)


1,605 kg (3,538 lb)

2019 2018 Audi TT RS Coupe.jpg
2017 Audi TT RS Roadster Front.jpg
Audi S3 MQB 8Y 1,984 cc I4 TFSI 221 kW (300 PS; 296 bhp) 4.8 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) 5 dr, 5 seat Sportback (hatchback)


4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)

1,500 kg (3,307 lb)


1,505 kg (3,318 lb)

2019 Audi S3 8Y IMG 4823.jpg
Audi S3 8Y Sedan IMG 4872.jpg
Audi RS 3 Sportback & Sedan MQB 8Y 2,480 cc I5 20v TFSI 294 kW (400 PS; 394 bhp) 3.8 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) 5 dr, 5 seat Sportback (hatchback)


4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)

1,570 kg (3,461 lb)


1,575 kg (3,472 lb)

2019 Audi RS3 8Y Auto Zuerich 2021 IMG 0210.jpg
Audi RS3 8Y Sedan IMG 6030.jpg
Audi S4 B9 (PL48)
(Audi MLB/MLP) 		8W 2,967 cc V6 TDI


2,995 cc V6 TFSI

255 kW (347 PS; 342 bhp) 4.8 sec. (saloon)


4.9 sec. (Avant)

155 mph (249 km/h) 4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon)

1,860 kg (4,101 lb)


1,900 kg (4,189 lb)

2019 2017 Audi S4 TFSi Quattro Automatic Sedan 3.0 Front.jpg
2017 Audi S4 Avant TFSi Quattro Automatic 3.0 Rear.jpg
Audi SQ5 MLB Evo FY 2,967 cc V6 TDI 257 kW (349 PS; 345 bhp) 5.1 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) 4 dr, 5 seat Crossover 2,055 kg (4,530 lb) 2019 2018 Audi SQ5 3.0.jpg
Audi SQ7 MLB 4M 3,956 cc V8 TDI 320 kW (435 PS; 429 bhp) 4.8 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) 4 dr, 5 seat Crossover 2,395 kg (5,280 lb) 2019 Audi SQ7 FL IMG 3595.jpg
Audi S7 MLB Evo C8 2,967 cc V6 TDI


2,894 cc V6 TFSI

257 kW (349 PS; 345 bhp) 5.1 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) 5 dr, 4 seat Sportback (fastback) 2,085 kg (4,597 lb) 2019
Audi S6 MLB Evo C8 2,967 cc V6 TDI


2,894 cc V6 TFSI

257 kW (349 PS; 345 bhp) 5.0 sec. (saloon)


5.1 sec. (Avant)

155 mph (249 km/h) 4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon)

2,030 kg (4,475 lb)


2,095 kg (4,619 lb)

2019 Audi S6 C8 at IAA 2019 IMG 0305.jpg
Audi S6 Avant C8 IMG 3132.jpg

Former models

(In chronological order of production end — oldest first)

Audi
model name		 VW Group
platform		 Typ
code		 engine type max. motive power acceleration

0-62 mph

(0-100 km/h)

top speed car body style(s) weight production
year(s)		 image
Audi S2 B3, B4 8B, 8C 2,226 сс l5 20vT 162–169 kW (220–230 PS; 217–227 bhp) 6.1 — 5.8 sec. 150–153 mph (241–246 km/h) 2 dr, 5 seat Coupé


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon)


4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)

1,525 kg (3,362 lb)[21] 1990 — 1995 Audi S2 green.jpg
Audi 100 S4
("Ur-S4") 		C4 4A 2,226 сс l5 20vT 169 kW (230 PS; 227 bhp) 6.8 sec. 152 mph (245 km/h) 4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan) 1,610–1,730 kg (3,549–3,814 lb) 1991 — 1994 Audi S4.jpg
Audi RS 2 B4 8C 2,226 сс l5 20vT 232 kW (315 PS; 311 bhp) 4.8 sec. 163 mph (262 km/h) 5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 1,595 kg (3,516 lb)[22] 1994 — 1995 Audi RS2.jpg
Audi S6
("Ur-S6") 		C4 4A 2,226 сс l5 20vT
4.2 V8 		169 kW (230 PS; 227 bhp)


213 kW (290 PS; 286 bhp)

6.9 — 5.9 sec. 150–155 mph (241–249 km/h) 4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon)

1,730–1,780 kg (3,814–3,924 lb) 1995 — 1997 Audi S6 C4 US.jpg
Audi S6 Avant (4592527908).jpg
Audi S6 plus C4 4A 4,172 сс V8 240 kW (326 PS; 322 bhp) 5.6 sec. (sedan)


5.7 sec. (avant)

155 mph (249 km/h) 4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon)

1,730–1,780 kg (3,814–3,924 lb) 1996 — 1997 S6 Plus Limousine und Avant.jpg
Audi RS 4 Avant B5 (PL45) 8D 2,671 сс V6 T 280 kW (381 PS; 375 bhp) 4.9 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) 5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 1,620 kg (3,571 lb) 2000 — 2001 2001 Audi RS4 B5 Avant - Flickr - The Car Spy (23).jpg
Audi S8 D2 (PL62) 4D 4,172 сс V8 250–265 kW (340–360 PS; 335–355 bhp) 6.8 — 5.5 sec. (1996)


6.6 — 5.4 sec. (1999)

155 mph (249 km/h) 4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan) 1,730–1,845 kg (3,814–4,068 lb) 1996 — 2002 AudiS8.JPG
Audi S4 B5 (PL45) 8D 2,671 сс V6 T 195 kW (265 PS; 261 bhp) 5.8 — 5.6 sec. 155 mph (249 km/h) 4 dr, 5 seat (saloon)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon)

1,535–1,680 kg (3,384–3,704 lb) 1997 — 2002 Yellow Audi S4 B5.jpg
Imola yellow wagon b5 s4.jpg
Audi S6 C5 4B 4,172 сс V8 250 kW (340 PS; 335 bhp) 6.7 — 5.7 sec. (sedan)


6.8 — 5.8 sec. (avant)

155 mph (249 km/h) 4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon)

1,815–1,825 kg (4,001–4,023 lb) 1999 — 2002 S6 4B Front schräg MJ 2002.JPG
Audi S6 - Flickr - Alexandre Prévot.jpg
Audi S3 A4 (PQ34) 8L 1781 сс I4 20vT 154–165 kW (209–224 PS; 207–221 bhp) 6.9 sec. (1999)


6.6 sec. (2001)

148 mph (238 km/h) (1999)


151 mph (243 km/h) (2001)

3 dr, 5 seat Hatchback 1,375–1,420 kg (3,031–3,131 lb) 1999 — 2003 Audi S3 2002 Absolute Red - Flickr - The Car Spy (11).jpg
Audi RS 6 C5 4B 4,172 сс V8 40vT 331 kW (450 PS; 444 bhp) 4.9 sec. 155 mph

(250 km/h)

4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 

1,840 kg

1,865 kg
2002 — 2004 Blue Audi RS6 C5 sedan fl.jpg
2003 Audi RS6 Avant (13647893405).jpg
Audi RS 6 plus C5 4B 4,172 сс V8 40vT 353 kW (480 PS; 473 bhp) 4.4 sec. 174 mph

(280 km/h)

5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 
1,880[23]
2004 Audi RS6 C5 Avant Plus.jpg
Audi S4 B6 (PL46) 8E 4,163 сс V8 40vT 253 kW (344 PS; 339 bhp) 5.8 — 5.6 sec. (sedan)

5.9 — 5.8 sec. (avant)

6.2 — 5.9 sec. (cabrio.)

155 mph

(250 km/h)

4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon)


2 dr, 4 seat Cabriolet

(convertible) 

1,660 kg

1,720 kg

1,855 kg
2003 — 2005 Audi S4 (14349172517).jpg
200px
Audi S4 Cabriolet - Flickr - The Car Spy (23).jpg
Audi RS 4 B7 (PL47) 8E 4,163 cc V8 FSI 309 kW (420 PS; 414 bhp) 4.8 sec. (sedan)

4.9 sec. (avant)

4.9 sec. (cabrio.)

155 mph

(250 km/h)

4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon)

2 dr, 4 seat Cabriolet

(convertible) 

 1,650 - 1,680 kg

1,710 kg

 1,845 kg
2006 — 2008 (saloon)


2006 — 2007 (Avant)

2007 — 2008 (Cabrio.)

2005-03-04 Motorshow Geneva 017.JPG
200px
Audi RS4 Cabriolet front.JPG
Audi S4 B7 (PL47) 8E 4,163 cc V8 40v 253 kW (344 PS; 339 bhp) 5.8 — 5.6 sec. (sedan)

5.9 — 5.8 sec. (avant)

6.2 — 5.9 sec. (cabrio.)

155 mph

(250 km/h)

4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon)

2 dr, 4 seat Cabriolet

(convertible) 

1,660

– 

1,895 kg
2005 — 2008,


2006 — 2009 (Cabrio.)

FlickrRotiform.jpg
200px
Audi S4 Cabriolet.jpg
Audi S6 C6 4F 5,204 cc V10 FSI

(Lamborghini V10)

320 kW (435 PS; 429 bhp) 5.2 sec. (sedan)

5.3 sec. (avant)

155 mph

(250 km/h)

4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 

1,910 kg

1,970 kg
2006 — 2011 Audi S6 C6 sedan.jpg
Black S6 Avant.jpg
Audi RS 6 C6 4F 4,991 cc V10 TFSI

(Lamborghini V10)

427 kW (581 PS; 573 bhp) 4.6 sec. 155 mph

(250 km/h)

188 mph

(303 km/h) (Plus)

4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)

5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 

1985

– 

2,025 kg
2008 — 2010 Audi RS6 sedan typ4F world premiere front.jpg
Audi RS6-Avant Front-view.JPG
Audi S8 D3 (PL63) 4E 5,204 cc V10 FSI

(Lamborghini V10)[24]

331 kW (450 PS; 444 bhp) 5.1 sec. 155 mph

(250 km/h)

4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan) 
1,940 kg
2006 — 2010 Audi S8 AV.jpg
Audi S4 B8 8E 2,998 cc V6 TFSI 245 kW (333 PS; 329 bhp) 5.3 — 5.1 sec. (sedan)

5.4 — 5.2 sec. (avant)

155 mph

(250 km/h)

4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 

1,725

– 

1,825 kg
2009 — 2011 2009-2010 Audi S4 (B8) sedan 01.jpg
Audi S4 B8 Kombi front 20090412.jpg
Audi S3 A5 (PQ35) 8P 1,984 cc I4 TFSI 195 kW (265 PS; 261 bhp) 5.7 sec. 155 mph

(250 km/h)

3 dr, 5 seat Hatchback

5 dr, 5 seat Hatchback 

1,530

- 

 1,590 kg
2006 — 2012

2008 — 2012

Audi S3 2.0T 2010.jpg
Audi S3 Sportback.jpg
Audi RS 3 Sportback A5 (PQ35) 8P 2,480 cc R5 TFSI 250 kW (340 PS; 335 bhp) 4.6 sec. 155 mph

(250 km/h)

5 dr, 5 seat Hatchback 
1,650 kg
2011 — 2012 Audi RS3 Sportback 2013 (8368032303).jpg
Audi S8 D4 4H 3,993 cc V8 TFSI 382 kW (519 PS; 512 bhp) 4.2 sec. 155 mph

(250 km/h)

4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan) 
2,050

– 

2,065 kg
2012 — 2013 Audi S8 (14475960404).jpg
Audi TTS A5 (PQ35) 8J 1,984 cc I4 TFSI 200 kW (272 PS; 268 bhp) 5.4 — 5.2 sec. (coupé)

5.6 — 5.4 sec. (roadster)

155 mph

(250 km/h)

2 dr, 2 seat compact Coupé

2 dr, 2 seat compact Roadster (convertible) 

1,470

– 

1,570 kg
2008 — 2014 Audi TT - Flickr - Supermac1961.jpg
Audi TTS Cabrio BJ2008.jpg
Audi TT RS A5 (PQ35) 8J 2,480 cc R5 TFSI 250–265 kW (340–360 PS; 335–355 bhp) 4.6 — 4.3 sec. (coupé)

4.7 — 4.4 sec. (roadster)

4.3 — 4.1 sec.

(coupé) (plus)

4.4 — 4.2 sec. (roadster) (plus)

155 mph

(250 km/h)

174 mph

(280 km/h) (plus)

2 dr, 2 seat compact Coupé


2 dr, 2 seat compact Roadster (convertible) 

1,525

– 

1,610 kg
2009 — 2014 Audi TTRS (10143740695).jpg
Audi - TT RS plus - Mondial de l'Automobile de Paris 2012 - 204.jpg
Audi RS 3 Sportback MQB 8V 2,480 cc R5 20v TFSI 270 kW (367 PS; 362 bhp) 4.3 sec. 174 mph

(280 km/h)

5 dr, 5 seat Hatchback 
1,595 kg
2015 AudiRs3 8V.jpg
Audi S4 B8 (PL48)
(Audi MLB/MLP)		 8K 2,998 cc V6 TFSI 245 kW (333 PS; 329 bhp) 5.1 sec. 155 mph

(250 km/h)

4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 

1,725

– 

1,825 kg
2012 — 2015 Audi S4 at NAIAS 2012 (6683725059).jpg
Audi S4 Avant (8661137598).jpg
Audi S5 B8 (PL48)
(Audi MLB/MLP)		 8T 2,998 cc V6 TFSI
4,163 cc V8 FSI		 245 kW (333 PS; 329 bhp)
260 kW (354 PS; 349 bhp) 		5.6 — 4.4 sec. 155 mph

(250 km/h)

2 dr, 4 seat mid—size Coupé


2 dr, 4 seat Cabriolet

(convertible)


5 dr, 4 seat Sportback (fastback) 

1,750 kg

1,955 kg

1,820 kg
2007


2011(facelift)

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Audi RS 5[25] B8 (PL48)

(Audi MLB/MLP)

8T 4,163 cc V8 FSI 331 kW (450 PS; 444 bhp) 4.6 sec. (2010)

4.5 sec. (2012)

4.9 sec. (2012 — ...)

(cabriolet)

250 km/h

280 km/h (with raised speed limiter)

2 dr, 4 seat mid—size Coupé

2 dr, 4 seat Cabriolet

(convertible) 

1,790 –1,800 kg

1,995 kg
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Audi RS 4 B8 (PL48)
(Audi MLB/MLP)		 8K 4,163 cc V8 FSI 331 kW (450 PS; 444 bhp) 4.7 sec. 174 mph

(280 km/h)

5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 
1,795 kg
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Audi SQ5 MLB 8R 2,995 cc V6 TFSI


2,967 cc V6 TDI

260 kW (354 PS; 349 bhp)
230–250 kW

(313–340 PS; 308–335 bhp)

5.4 sec. (gasoline)

5.1 sec. (diesel)

155 mph

(250 km/h)

4 dr, 5 seat Crossover 
1,830 kg
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Audi RS Q3 A5 (PQ35) 8U 2,485 cc R5 TFSI 228 kW (310 PS; 306 bhp)

(2013)


250 kW (340 PS; 335 bhp)

(2014)


270 kW (367 PS; 362 bhp) (performance)

5.2 sec. (2013)

4.8 sec. (2014)

155 mph

(250 km/h)

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Audi S6 C7 4G 3,993 cc V8 TFSI 331 kW (450 PS; 444 bhp) 4.9 / 4.8 sec. (2012)

(avant/sedan)

4.6 / 4.4 sec. (2014)

(avant/sedan)

155 mph

(250 km/h)

4 dr, 5 seat Saloon (sedan)


5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 

1,970 kg

2,035 kg
2012

2014 (facelift)

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Audi RS 6 Avant MLB 4G 3,993 cc V8 TFSI 412 kW (560 PS; 553 bhp)
445 kW (605 PS; 597 bhp) (performance) 		3.9 sec.

3.7 sec. (performance)

190 mph

(305 km/h)

5 dr, 5 seat Avant (estate/wagon) 
2,025 kg
2014


2015 (facelift)


2016 (performance)

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Audi S7 MLB 4G 3,993 cc V8 TFSI 309 kW (420 PS; 414 bhp)

331 kW (450 PS; 444 bhp)

4.7 sec. (2012)

4.6 sec. (2014)

155 mph

(250 km/h)

5 dr, 4 seat Sportback (fastback) 
2,030 kg
2012


2014 (facelift)


Audi RS 7 MLB 4G 3,993 cc V8 TFSI 412 kW (560 PS; 553 bhp)
445 kW (605 PS; 597 bhp) (performance) 		3.9 sec.

3.7 sec. (performance)

190 mph

(305 km/h)

5 dr, 4 seat Sportback (fastback) 
2,005 kg
2013


2014 (facelift)


2016 (performance)


Audi S1 PQ25 8X 1,984 cc I4 TFSI 170 kW (231 PS; 228 bhp) 5.8 sec. 155 mph

(250 km/h)

3 dr, 5 seat Supermini


5 dr, 5 seat Supermini (sportback) 

1,315 kg
2015
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Audi S line

"S line" badge in front grille

Audi produce a specification of optional sports trim packages to their mainstream models A/Q/TT, known as the S line.[10] This is merely a trim specification which allows customers to effect a sporty appearance in their mainstream Audi model. Whilst the specific S line trim parts are designed and produced by Audi Sport GmbH at its Neckarsulm factory, these mainstream cars are still manufactured and assembled by AUDI AG at their relevant factories on the same production lines alongside their other standard models.

Cars with S line trim are not to be confused with the specific high performance offerings — the "S" models (made by AUDI AG), and the "RS" models (made by Audi Sport GmbH); Audi cars with S line trim bear identical performance figures to their counterparts with base or SE trim levels.[5]

See also


References

  1. ↑ "Audi Sport & Performance Models | Audi S, RS & R Lines" (in en-US). Audi Grapevine. https://www.audigrapevine.com/audi-sport-and-performance-models.htm. 
  2. ↑ "Audi RS Q5 coming soon with RS 5's 450-horsepower V-6" (in en). Motor Authority. http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1028278_audi-rs-q5-coming-soon-with-rs-5s-450-horsepower-v-6. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Moving forward under a new name: quattro GmbH becomes Audi Sport GmbH" (in en-US). Audi MediaCenter. https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/press-releases/moving-forward-under-a-new-name-quattro-gmbh-becomes-audi-sport-gmbh-7125. 
  4. ↑ "1974 928 Prototype based on Audi Coupe - Rennlist - Porsche Discussion Forums" (in en). rennlist.com. https://rennlist.com/forums/928-forum/617669-1974-928-prototype-based-on-audi-coupe.html. 
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Warren, Tamara. "Forbes" (in en). https://www.forbes.com/sites/tamarawarren/2012/11/09/the-audi-s-line-fast-first-drive/. 
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 "carthrottle.com" (in en). 4 October 2016. https://www.carthrottle.com/post/nz7zdme/. 
  7. ↑ "Audi S6 vs BMW M5 vs Mercedes-AMG C63 S" (in en-US). The Supercar Blog. 2016-08-22. http://www.thesupercarblog.com/s6-vs-m5-vs-mercedes-amg-c63s/. 
  8. ↑ "2003 Audi S4 vs. BMW M3, M-B C32 AMG | Comparison Tests | Comparisons | Car and Driver" (in en). Car and Driver. http://www.caranddriver.com/comparisons/2003-audi-s4-vs-bmw-m3-m-b-c32-amg-comparison-tests. 
  9. ↑ "2003 Audi S4 vs. BMW M3, M-B C32 AMG - Comparison Tests" (in en). http://www.caranddriver.com/comparisons/2003-audi-s4-vs-bmw-m3-m-b-c32-amg-comparison-tests. 
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 "carwow" (in en). carwow.co.uk. https://www.carwow.co.uk/blog/what-is-audi-s-line. 
  11. ↑ "Audi RS 6 and RS 7 modified for supercar status | Jardine Motors Audi". https://www.jardinemotors.co.uk/audi/news/rs6-and-rs7-modified-for-supercar-status/. 
  12. ↑ Audi S8 Plus Romps With the World's Fastest Four-Doors, thedrive.com, 24 March 2017
  13. ↑ Autocar. "autocar.co.uk" (in en). https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/audi-rs-model-range-double-2018. 
  14. ↑ SAM ABUELSAMID. "autoblog.com" (in de). https://www.autoblog.com/2008/04/03/autoblog-visits-the-audi-r8-factory-in-neckarsulm-germany/. 
  15. ↑ "Sportcoupés: Der neue BMW M4 trifft auf den Audi RS 5". 30 June 2014. https://www.autobild.de/artikel/bmw-m4-audi-rs-5-test-5177693.html. 
  16. ↑ "The World of Audi". http://audi.com/. 
  17. ↑ "Audi RS Gasoline Models to Stay on a Separate Platform" (in en). 2023-10-18. https://audispeed.com/audi-rs-gasoline-models-to-stay-on-a-separate-platform/. 
  18. ↑ "2020 Audi RS Q8: first ride in 'Ring record-breaking SUV | Autocar". https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/2020-audi-rs-q8-first-ride-ring-record-breaking-suv. 
  19. ↑ "The Audi RSQ3 is a 400bhp grille with a mini-SUV attached" (in en). 2019-09-25. https://www.topgear.com/car-news/suvs/audi-rsq3-400bhp-grille-mini-suv-attached. 
  20. ↑ "2018 Audi RS4 Avant Photos and Info | News | Car and Driver" (in en). Car and Driver. http://www.caranddriver.com/news/2018-audi-rs4-avant-photos-and-info-news. 
  21. ↑ Hinrich Blume (15 July 2014). "Audi Coupé S2 - Coupé für Kenner" (in de). AutoBild. http://www.autobild.de/klassik/artikel/audi-coupe-s2-5212166.html. 
  22. ↑ "Audi 80 (B3/B4) RS2 Technical Specs, Dimensions" (in en). https://www.ultimatespecs.com/car-specs/Audi/36/Audi-80-(B3-B4)-RS2.html. 
  23. ↑ "Audi RS6 Plus C5 acceleration times - AccelerationTimes.com" (in en). accelerationtimes.com. http://accelerationtimes.com/models/audi-rs6-plus. 
  24. ↑ "Audi S8 with Lamborghini engine ?" (in en-US). http://www.lambocars.com/lambonews/audi_s8_with_lamborghini_engine.html. 
  25. ↑ "RS 5 Coupé < A5 < Models < Audi UK". Audi.co.uk. http://www.audi.co.uk/new-cars/a5/rs5-coupe.html. 

Further reading

  • Bergander, Constantin (2022). Audi RS: History • Models • Technology. Deerfield, IL, USA: Dalton Watson Fine Books. ISBN 9781854433213. 

External links



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