Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A5
Power
450HP
Torque
430Nm
Consumption
10.7l/100
Emissions
249g/km
0-100 km/h
4.9s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
1995kg
Price
104,480€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 7v
AWD
4 / 2 doors
380 L
61 L
331 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi RS 5 Cabrio 4.2 FSI 450 CV quattro S Tronic 7 vel. (2013-2016)
General description
The Audi RS 5 Cabrio is the embodiment of freedom and pure power. A convertible that dares to feature one of the most glorious engines of its era: a high-revving, naturally aspirated V8. It's an invitation to feel the wind and listen to a mechanical melody that is now almost a legend, combining the elegance of the A5 with the controlled brutality of Audi's RennSport division.
Driving experience
Driving the RS 5 Cabrio is a visceral experience dominated by its 4.2 FSI engine. Stretching the gears to 8250 rpm with the top down is an acoustic delight, a metallic opera that gives you goosebumps. The acceleration is forceful and linear, pinning you to the seat without the sudden shove of a turbo. The quattro all-wheel drive gives you unwavering confidence to tackle corners with astonishing precision, feeling how the car grips the asphalt as the landscape rushes by. It's a machine that connects you with the road and the environment in a unique way.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a work of perfect balance between elegance and aggression. The fluid lines of the A5 Cabrio are enhanced by the flared wheel arches, imposing air intakes, and the honeycomb-patterned Singleframe grille, hallmarks of the RS family. The two oval exhausts at the rear leave no doubt about its potential. With the soft top up, it maintains a classic and refined coupé silhouette; with the top down, it transforms into a rolling sculpture that radiates sportiness and exclusivity from every angle.
Technology and features
Under its skin lies exceptional engineering for its time. The heart is the naturally aspirated V8 engine with direct injection, a mechanical gem capable of revving to extremely high speeds. It is paired with the lightning-fast seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch gearbox, which allows for almost instantaneous transitions. The quattro all-wheel-drive system, with a crown-gear center differential, ensures optimal torque distribution that prioritizes the rear axle for more dynamic and exciting handling.
Competition
In the exclusive club of high-performance four-seater convertibles, the RS 5 Cabrio faced titans like the BMW M3 Cabrio (E93) with its own naturally aspirated V8, and later the M4 Cabrio with its twin-turbo six-cylinder. Another formidable rival was the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Cabriolet, famous for its charismatic V8 engine. Each offered a different interpretation of luxury and sportiness, but the Audi stood out for its quattro all-wheel drive and technological refinement.
Conclusion
The Audi RS 5 Cabrio is much more than just a fast car. It is a celebration of the combustion engine in its purest and most exciting form. It represents an endangered species, a sports car that prioritizes sensations, sound, and the connection with the driver over efficiency. It is a machine to be enjoyed every kilometer, a collector's item for those who value classic engineering and the thrill of open-top driving to the rhythm of an unforgettable V8.