ABT Sportsline unveils limited edition Audi RS5-R

German tuner ABT Sportsline has announced the RS5-R, a high-performance limited edition based on the new Audi RS5 plug-in hybrid. Available as both a sedan and an Avant wagon, the production run is strictly limited to 130 units worldwide to celebrate the company’s 130th anniversary.

Through the ABT Power S upgrade, the vehicle’s combined system output increases from 639 hp to approximately 720 hp, with maximum torque rising from 825 Nm to 905 Nm. This performance boost is achieved by enhancing the 2.9-liter V6 biturbo engine, which now produces 591 hp, while the electric motor remains unchanged. The tuning requires 98-octane fuel and is compatible with the myABT app.

The RS5-R features an extensive aerodynamic package available in either gloss carbon fiber or a matte Carbon Camouflage finish. Components include a new front spoiler, side skirts, mirror caps, and a rear diffuser, with the Avant model receiving a dedicated rear wing. The chassis has been recalibrated with stiffer springs and anti-roll bars, complemented by 22-inch forged wheels.

Conversion costs for the sedan start at 62,000 euros, while the Avant version starts at 65,000 euros. ABT has also teased future upgrades for 2027, including an 800 hp tune and an Akrapovič titanium exhaust system.