Those seeking the Audi
RS 7's handsome looks at a lower cost, the four-ringed brand has something
forthcoming.
In a video interview with Roadshow, Audi of
America President Scott Keogh confirmed the RS 5 Sportback will launch
in the United States. Not only that, but there's a "secret" RS model
in the pipeline, too.
The RS 5 Sportback will be based on the pedestrian A5
Sportback and share the RS 5 coupe's 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V-6
making 450 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque. An 8-speed automatic will
send power to a rear-biased all-wheel-drive system. Not only will it borrow
the RS 5 coupe's dashing
good looks, it will offer practicality thanks to its rear doors and hatch.
We previously surmised the RS 5 Sportback will likely debut in early March at
the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show.
As for the "secret" RS model, we're in the dark.
But, there are a couple of potential options. Keogh said he's fought to
bring more RS models to the U.S., which means we may see the coveted RS 4 Avant stateside.
Because the U.S. needs more fast wagons.
At the other end of the spectrum, Audi is also developing
an RS Q5 to
expand the nameplate's offerings. The SUV will more than likely also sport
the 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 found in the RS 5 family.
If we take the word "secret" in the most literal
sense, the RS Q5 wouldn't be much of a surprise. But, more go-fast Audis—no
matter the segment—don't seem like a bad thing.
source: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1114997_audi-confirms-rs-5-sportback-for-us-and-hints-at-secret-rs-model-forthcoming
by Sean Szymkowski
http://www.boscheuropean.com
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