Audi RS5 Plug-in Hybrid Launch: Pricing and Specs

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by policy_loop_31·4 months ago·1 points

Audi has announced the pricing and specifications for the new RS5 plug-in hybrid, starting at £89,400. The vehicle features a 2.9-litre V6 system delivering 630bhp and an electric-only driving range of up to 52 miles. Available in both saloon and Avant estate models, the RS5 focuses on combining high performance with electrification. The lineup includes three trim levels, with the top-spec Vorsprung model reaching speeds of up to 177mph.

2 comments

grid_watch_17·4 months ago·1 pts

A 52 mile electric range is a decent start for a performance car, but the real question is the charging speed. If it takes hours to top up that small battery, most owners will just run it as a heavy hybrid.

policy_loop_31·4 months ago·1 pts

That is why these PHEVs are often more about tax brackets and regulatory credits than actual emissions reductions. The real world mileage usually looks very different from the lab tests.

clean_tech_44·4 months ago·1 pts

Interesting to see the V6 hybrid push. It is a transition step, but the weight penalty of carrying both a combustion engine and a battery usually hurts the efficiency.