In a league of its own

It takes a discerning eye to spot an Audi RS 5 in the wild, but not necessarily a discerning ear: its high-revving V8 gives this all-new sports coupe a sound and character like nothing else. To complement the engine's vigor, the engineers at Audi gave the RS 5 upgraded suspension and brakes, along with quattro® all-wheel drive in its most potent form yet. Combined with its luxurious interior, high technology quotient, and all-weather capability**, the RS 5 makes other performance coupes seem one-dimensional.

Making a promise about the prowess beneath

Because a machine with such refined, ferocious performance deserves a body to match, the Audi RS 5 gets the royal treatment. Adaptive xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, widened fenders, and a silver diamond mesh Singleframe® grille create a sophisticated, toned, muscular body. Its 19-inch ten-spoke forged wheels enhance the side profile, and massive oval tailpipes blast the glorious V8 soundtrack to other motorists as you pass them by. As you crest 75 mph, a rear spoiler deploys automatically to maintain high-speed stability.*

Fashion, function, and flair

The cabin in the RS 5 is the result of taking the best in materials and technology, then laying it all out with the elegance inherent to the Audi approach. Because the RS 5 means business, a monochrome color scheme extends from floor to ceiling, while red instruments and LEDs hint at its underlying passion. Exclusive RS 5 carbon inlays highlight the center console and doors, with Nappa leather enveloping the twelve-way sport front seats. The signature Audi flat-bottom steering wheel falls readily to your hands, and you'll find gadgets like Audi advanced keyAudi Advanced KeyWith optional Audi advanced key, an electronic access and authorization system, the driver can keep the car key in his or her pocket when unlocking and starting the vehicle.Audi Advanced Key , an MMI® interface, and an available iPod® integrated 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen®Bang & Olufsen®Sound system pioneers Bang & Olufsen have tailored their Advanced Sound System exclusively for the Audi A8, leaving nothing to chance.Bang & Olufsen® stereo at your disposal once the journey is underway.

A virtuous cycle of stability and velocity

With a 4.2-liter V8 sourced from the Audi R8 roaring under the hood of the RS 5, its supercar performance should come as no surprise. 60 mph can be yours in 4.5 seconds, and the S tronicS tronicS tronic, Audi's revolutionary direct shift gearbox (formerly DSG) combines the advantages of a conventional six-speed manual-shift gearbox with the qualities possessed by a modern automatic transmission.S tronic ® dual-clutch transmission provides seven speeds to make the most of the 450 horsepowerHorsepowerAlong with torque, horsepower is one of the key measures of engine performance.Horsepower , firing off rapid-fire shifts at your hand's command (or its own).* Of course, a key reason for such speed is the inclusion of Audi quattro®quattro®Audi quattro® permanent all-wheel drive, has had over a 30-year-long tradition.quattro® , which gives the RS 5 the class-exclusive advantage of all-wheel drive. Besides helping channel so much power to the ground, quattro® works in concert with a lowered suspension, 19-inch wheels, and a torque-vectoring rear sports differentialDifferentialWhen a vehicle turns a corner, the inside wheels cover a shorter distance than those on the outside. Differential to deliver outstanding handling and grip. Consider the RS 5 proof that speed with stability leads to greater results — and greater rewards.

Peace of mind to go with the performance

When it comes to passenger protection on the RS 5, Audi left no stone unturned. Six airbags* help keep occupants protected from the front and sides, while Electronic Stability Control with sport mode complements the natural traction of quattro® all-wheel drive to help secure your trajectory at all times.