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Audi RS5 4.2 S-tronic Base Equipment — First Generation

The Audi RS5 4.2 S-tronic Base is considered here through everyday commuting: the short, repeated journeys that shape what a driver notices, adjusts and values week after week.

1 generation · Cabrio

2010–2012

4.2 S-tronic

Gasoline · Robotic · AWD

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Performance & powertrain

Top speed
?

The highest speed a vehicle can sustain under manufacturer test conditions. Some cars are electronically limited below their mechanical potential. Glossary entry

250 km/h
Engine type
Gasoline
Transmission
Robotic
Type of boost
?

A turbocharger or supercharger compresses the air entering the engine so a smaller engine can produce more power. Naturally aspirated engines draw air without a compressor. Glossary entry

No
Type of drive
?

Which wheels receive power: front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. All-wheel drive can send power to every wheel for extra traction. Glossary entry

AWD
Bore and stroke
?

The diameter of a cylinder (bore) and the distance the piston travels inside it (stroke). Together they determine the displacement of the engine. Glossary entry

84.5 × 92.8 mm
Engine capacity
?

The total volume swept by all pistons inside the cylinders, usually stated in cubic centimetres or litres. Larger displacement often means more power but higher consumption. Glossary entry

4163 cm³
Engine location
Front, longitudinal
Number of gears
?

How many fixed forward ratios a gearbox offers. More gears can improve economy and refinement; continuously variable transmissions have no fixed steps. Glossary entry

7
Maximum power
?

A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry

450 hp
Maximum power, kw
?

A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry

331 kW
Compression ratio
?

The ratio between the largest and smallest volume of a cylinder as the piston moves. Higher ratios improve efficiency but may require higher-octane fuel. Glossary entry

12.5
Maximum power rpm
8250 rpm
Maximum torque N⋅m
430 N⋅m
Maximum torque rpm
4000 – 6000 rpm
Acceleration to 100
?

The time a vehicle needs to reach 100 km/h from a standstill, a common shorthand for overall performance. Glossary entry

4.9 s
Engine power system
Direct injection (direct)
Number of cylinders
8
Valves per cylinder
?

The number of intake and exhaust valves in each cylinder. Four valves per cylinder is common and helps the engine breathe at higher speeds. Glossary entry

4
Cylinder arrangement
V-shaped
Maximum power ICE
Not provided
Maximum power ICE
Not provided

Energy & emissions

ECO class
Euro 5
Battery power
Not provided
Fuel grade
98
Mild Hybrid
?

A car with a small electric motor and battery that assist the combustion engine and recover braking energy but cannot drive on electricity alone. Glossary entry

Not provided
Battery type
Not provided
CO2 emissions
?

The amount of carbon dioxide released per kilometre under a standardised test. Lower figures usually go hand in hand with lower fuel consumption. Glossary entry

249 g/km
Full charge home
Not provided
Power consumption
Not provided
Fuel tank capacity
61 l
Full public charging time
Not provided
Driving range, maximum
?

The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry

Not provided
Driving range, minimum
?

The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry

Not provided
Fuel consumption city
14.6 l
Average consumption
10.7 l
Fuel consumption highway
8.5 l

Dimensions & body

Doors number
2
Number of seats
4
Width
1860 mm
Height
1380 mm
Length
4649 mm
Body type
Cabrio
Wheelbase
?

The distance between the centres of the front and rear wheels. A longer wheelbase usually gives more cabin space and a calmer ride; a shorter one helps agility and parking. Glossary entry

2751 mm
U-turn diameter
Not provided
Depth of the ford to be crossed
Not provided
Body style
Drop-top
Rear track width
?

The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry

1582 mm
Trunk volume max
750 l
Trunk volume min
320 l
Front track width
?

The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry

1586 mm
Max weight
2420 kg
Curb weight
?

The weight of the vehicle with all standard equipment and fluids but without passengers or cargo. Glossary entry

1920 kg
Ground clearance, maximum
?

The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry

Not provided
Ground clearance, minimum
?

The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry

Not provided

Identity & configuration

Body code
8T
Vehicle class
D
Body designation
8F7
Right-hand drive
No

Additional specifications

Stop
2012-01-31
Start
2010-03-01
Wheel size
Not provided
Rear brakes
Ventilated disc
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear suspension
Independent, spring
Front suspension
Independent, spring

Trim equipment

Dimensions & body

Number of seats
4

Additional specifications

Driver Assistance Systems
Anti-lock braking system (ABS), Electronic stability program (ESP)
Stop
2012-01-31
View
Automatic headlight range control, Fog lamp, Headlight washer system, Light sensor, Rain sensor, High beam assist
Start
2010-03-01
Airbags
Driver's airbag, Passenger airbag, Side front airbags, Window airbags (curtains)
Isofix
Isofix for the back row
Comfort
On-board computer, Start-stop system, Power mirrors, Multifunction steering wheel, Paddle Shifters
Exterior
Metallic
Interior
Folding rear seat, Third rear headrest, Kicking plates, Sports front seats, Leather gear shift, Leather steering wheel, Front center armrest, Power window
Safety
Driver drowsiness detection, Tire pressure sensors, Locking the rear door locks
Headlights
Xenon / Bi-Xenon
Sound
Audio system
Diameter
R19 ″
Multimedia
AUX, 12V
Parking assist system
Front parking sensors, Rear parking sensors
Power steering
Power steering
Air conditioner
Single-zone climate control
Ceiling material
Black Cloth Ceiling
Electric heating
Front seats, Side mirrors
Steering wheel adjustment
Steering wheel height adjustment, Steering wheel reach adjustment
Anti theft system
Keyless central locking, Immobilizer
Seat trim
Combined seat trim
Power seat adjustment
Front seat adjustment

Not provided means the source has no value. Zero remains zero. Units are shown as supplied; range test cycles are only stated when known.

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Comfort and Convenience

Seating position is a personal matter: some drivers sit high and close for a clear view of the road's edges, others further back and lower. Build, habit and route length all shape that choice.

Safety and Driver Assistance

Learning where the lights, wipers and demister controls sit before setting off means those actions can be made without hunting for them. A few minutes stationary covers what a commute rarely leaves time to explore.

Multimedia and Connectivity

Battery level matters most on a commute that bookends the working day. If a charging point is available, a phone can top up in transit; calls and music are separate needs, each with its own setup.