Why Lease the New Audi RS 5 Avant?
The new Audi RS 5 Avant is not simply an evolution — it’s a revolution for the RS badge. For the first time, Audi has combined a 2.9-litre V6 TFSI engine with a high-output electric motor to create a plug-in hybrid RS estate producing an astonishing 639PS and 825Nm of torque.
With 0–62mph in just 3.6 seconds, the RS 5 Avant now sits firmly in supercar acceleration territory — while retaining the everyday usability of a practical Avant body.
This is no longer just a fast estate car. It’s a next-generation performance machine that blends electric torque with turbocharged punch and quattro traction for relentless real-world speed.
Audi RS 5 Avant | Price, Specs & Performance
Key Specifications
| Model | Powertrain | Max Power | Max Torque | 0–62 mph | Drivetrain |
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| RS 5 Avant PHEV | 2.9L V6 TFSI + Electric Motor | 639 PS | 825 Nm | 3.6 sec | quattro AWD |
Starting price (UK): from £92,120
Transmission: Automatic
Drive system: quattro all-wheel drive with Dynamic Torque Control
Performance figures shown represent maximum output depending on selected powertrain configuration.
Hybrid Performance: The New RS Formula
The biggest story here is electrification — but not for economy. It’s for performance.
The 2.9-litre V6 TFSI works alongside a powerful electric motor delivering:
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Instant torque response
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Stronger mid-range acceleration
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Enhanced throttle sharpness
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Improved traction when exiting corners
The result is explosive acceleration that feels immediate and relentless. The electric motor eliminates turbo lag and fills torque gaps, creating seamless thrust from low speeds right through to motorway pace.
This is the most powerful RS 5 ever built.
Driving Dynamics: quattro with e-Torque Vectoring
Audi has engineered the RS 5 Avant to deliver more agility than its size suggests.
Key dynamic features include:
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quattro all-wheel drive
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Dynamic Torque Control with enhanced rear bias
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RS-tuned suspension
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Performance braking system
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Multiple driving modes including hybrid and performance settings
In corners, the system actively distributes torque to improve rotation and stability. The result is sharp turn-in, strong rear-end agility and exceptional grip under power.
Despite its estate practicality, this is a serious performance machine.
Electric Capability: Dual Personality
As a plug-in hybrid, the RS 5 Avant offers a different dimension to traditional RS models.
In everyday driving:
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It can operate in electric mode for quieter urban use
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Offers selectable driving modes
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Delivers smoother low-speed operation
In Performance mode:
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Full 639PS is unleashed
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V6 and electric motor combine for maximum output
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Acceleration feels immediate and aggressive
This dual character makes it one of the most versatile high-performance estates ever produced by Audi.
Design & RS Presence
The new RS 5 Avant makes a bold visual statement.
Exterior Highlights
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RS-specific front and rear bumpers
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Honeycomb RS grille with emblem
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Anthracite Audi rings
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Optional Carbon or Matte Carbon accents
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Wide stance with muscular arches
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Performance-focused alloy wheel designs
The silhouette remains unmistakably Avant — but with a more aggressive and technical edge.
Interior: Motorsport Influence Meets Avant Practicality
Inside, the RS 5 Avant blends performance cues with comfort.
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RS interior packages available
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Sport seats with contrast stitching
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Full-colour seat belts
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RS-branded floor mats
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Digital cockpit with performance displays
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Hybrid performance data visualisation
It remains practical, spacious and refined — but unmistakably RS.
Audi RS 5 Avant vs Competitors
BMW M5 Touring (Hybrid)
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Similar electrified performance philosophy
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Larger footprint
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RS 5 Avant offers sharper, slightly more compact dynamics
Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance
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Four-cylinder hybrid system
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Highly technical setup
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RS 5 Avant delivers smoother V6 character and estate versatility
Audi RS 6 Avant
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Larger and more expensive
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More outright power
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RS 5 Avant offers similar excitement in a slightly smaller package
Who Should Lease the Audi RS 5 Avant?
The RS 5 Avant is ideal for:
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Performance enthusiasts who refuse to compromise practicality
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Drivers wanting supercar acceleration in an estate body
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Directors or business owners seeking high-performance PHEV options
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Audi RS loyalists upgrading from previous V6 models
It is not subtle, not conservative, and not built for efficiency alone. It is built for drivers.
Explore Audi RS 5 Avant Lease Options
The new Audi RS 5 Avant represents a new era of electrified RS performance.
Choose your contract length, mileage and specification to tailor your lease around how you drive — whether daily commuting, long-distance touring or spirited weekend driving.
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