Audi RS 5 (8T) Cabriolet Convertible (2012-2015)
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Audi RS 5 Cabriolet (Type 8T) is the high-performance variant of the A5 compact executive convertible in production from 2012 to 2015. It was powered by the final iteration of Audi's 4.2L V8.
Compared to the RS 4 Cabriolet that preceded it, the RS 5 has a slightly more coherent exterior design. Unfortunately, while the engine output is increased, it lost the manual transmission. The 7-speed DCT is not very reliable, even though it performs well when new.
Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Audi RS 5 Cabriolet comes with multi-link suspensions at all four corners. This provides the best cornering performance and tunability, at the expense of cost and a little bit of durability.
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Neofiliac score 80% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Good performance
- Improved styling
- Multi-link suspensions all around
Cons
- Front-heavy
- No more manual transmission
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Specifications
Capacity
Cargo Capacity
320 L / 11.3 cu-ft ~ 750 L / 26.5 cu-ft
Engine Oil Capacity
9.7 L / 10.2 qt
Fuel Capacity
61.0 L / 16.1 gal
Passengers
4
Payload
500 kg / 1102 lbs
Chassis
Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs
Brakes | Rear
Ventilated discs
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Suspension | Front
Multi-link
Suspension | Rear
Multi-link
Tire Size
265/35 R19
Turning Circle
11.6 m / 38.0 ft
Construction
Body Style
2-door Convertible
Dimensions
Size | Height
1380 mm / 54.3 in
Size | Length
4649 mm / 183.0 in
Size | Width
1860 mm / 73.2 in | 2020 mm / 79.5 in (mirror unfolded)
Track Width | Front
1586.0 mm / 62.4 in
Track Width | Rear
1582.0 mm / 62.3 in
Weight
1920.0 kg / 4232.9 lbs
Wheel Size
9J x 19
Wheelbase
2751 mm / 108.3 in
Performance
Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
4.9 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph
4.7 sec
CO2 Emission
249 g/km
Fuel Economy
10.7 L/100km / 22.0 MPG (combined) | 14.6 L/100km / 16.1 MPG (urban) | 8.5 L/100km / 27.7 MPG (highway)
Top Speed
250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph
Powertrain
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Engine
CFSA
Engine | Bore
84.5 mm / 3.3 in
Engine | Compression Ratio
12.5:1
Engine | Displacement
4.2 L / 254.0 cu-in / 4163.0 cc
Engine | Power
450.0 hp / 335.6 kW @ 8250 rpm
Engine | Specific Output
108.1 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke
92.8 mm / 3.7 in
Engine | Torque
430 Nm / 317.2 lb-ft @ 4000-6000 rpm
Engine | Type
Turbocharged direct-injected petrol V8 engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears
7-speed
Transmission | Type
Automatic S tronic
Production
Availability
2012 ~ 2015
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