Equipment

From operation to connectivity to driver assist systems: No matter how you look at it, the revised Audi RS 5** is a highly connected vehicle. Its MMI operating system offers a user experience similar to a contemporary smartphone and systematically advances the digitalization of the cockpit. Instead of the rotary pushbutton on the center tunnel console, operation is now via a large touchscreen display with acoustic feedback. It is mounted in the center of the instrument panel and tilted slightly toward the driver. It has a diagonal of 10.1 inches and a resolution of 1,540 x 720 pixels.

The optional three-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning can be controlled via the large display with capacitive buttons; a separate control panel is available for rear seat passengers. There is a 7-inch color display in the cockpit as standard. The fully-digital Audi virtual cockpit plus with a 12.3-inch diagonal and a full HD resolution of 1,920 x 720 pixels is the top level available. Apart from the classic view with dial instruments, the RS-specific displays with output and torque display, g-forces, and tire pressure monitoring system also open automatically when the two new RS modes are selected via the steering wheel button.

With the optional top infotainment system MMI Navigation plus, the car learns based on the routes driven and can thus intelligently suggest routes to the driver. The calculation occurs online on servers operated by the service provider HERE; to do this, they process real-time information for the overall traffic situation. If the mobile connection is not strong enough, the navigation switches smoothly to the on-board routing, which runs in parallel. The map, which integrates the 3D models of many major European cities, is updated every year over the air four times.

Behind the MMI Navigation and the standard MMI Radio plus, there is a new main unit – the third-generation modular infotainment platform (MIB 3). It has 10 times the computing power of its MIB 2 predecessor. Further modules, such as the Audi smartphone interface, Audi phone box, or the Bang & Olufsen Premium Sound System with 3D sound are available for the infotainment hardware.

The online services of Audi connect

Audi connect stands for online connection between the driver, the car, and the infrastructure. It bundles all applications that use online connections with the car in order to provide real-time information and a diverse range of services. Therefore, Audi connect not only makes things easier for the driver and supports the driver with anticipatory driving, it also allows the driver to keep updated while driving without having to look away from the road. The online services of Audi connect are free of charge for three years and are on board on the RS 5 along with the MMI Navigation plus.

The Audi connect emergency call & service is installed as standard. These ensure a secure feeling for every journey – whatever happens and wherever you are going. For example, in the event of a serious accident, an automatic emergency call is sent to the Audi emergency call center.

Likewise, the services of Audi connect remote & control are available as standard. These network the vehicle with the smartphone. To do this, the customer just needs the free myAudi app. With this app, the customer can then comfortably access various information concerning the car from home. For example:

With the optional Audi connect key, the customer can lock and unlock the RS 5** via an Android smartphone with secure element and Near Field Communication functionality and start the engine. To unlock the car, the driver holds his or her smartphone close to the handle of the driver’s door; to start the engine, he or she puts it in the Audi phone box. The Audi connect key can be used at any time even if the smartphone battery has run out.

The owner can use it to pass on up to four keys to family members, friends, or colleagues. The car recognizes the key owner when it is unlocked, and it loads a wide variety of settings from the user’s individual profile – ranging from seat position to air conditioning and navigation settings.

Even greater self-assurance: the driver assist systems

More than 30 driver assist systems are available for the RS 5 models**. The parking system plus, cruise control, traffic sign recognition, and Audi side assist are available as standard. The optional systems have been bundled into the “Drive” and “Park” packages. The “drive” assist package already includes adaptive cruise control with “stop and go” and Audi pre sense rear, including pre sense basic. The lane keeping assist and lane change warning are part of the optional package.

The predictive efficiency assist can brake and accelerate the RS 5 predictively by analyzing navigation data, such as junctions and roundabouts, in addition to traffic signs. The assist package “park” includes parking system plus, the reversing camera, and the parking brake. In addition, it is possible to add further assist systems via an upgrade, for example the surround view cameras and the park assist.

25 years of RS: Exclusive anniversary package 

Right at the start, Audi Sport GmbH offers an anniversary package for the revised RS 5 models**. The “anniversary package 25 years of RS” pays homage to the first Audi RS model, the RS 2 from 1994. The body is painted in the Nogaro blue of the Audi icon; alternatively, it can also be painted in mythos black, Nardo gray, and glacier white. The add-on parts are kept in a matt aluminum look and gloss black; the wheels are also kept in a two-color look. In the interior, the honeycomb pattern of the RS sport seats is illuminated in denim blue; the piping of the floor mats consists of cobalt blue Alcantara.

In Germany and in other European countries, the RS 5 Coupé** and RS 5 Sportback** will be available at dealerships starting in spring 2020. The base price for both models is EUR 83,500 in Germany.

All terms in blue in the text are explained in detail in the technology lexicon at www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/technology-lexicon.

The equipment, data and prices stated here refer to the model range offered for sale in Germany. Subject to change without notice; errors and omissions excepted.