ABT Sportsline unveils limited Audi RS5-R hybrid

German tuner ABT Sportsline has revealed the RS5-R, a high-performance version of the Audi RS5 limited to 130 units worldwide. The special edition celebrates the company's 130-year history and utilizes the Audi's plug-in hybrid system, combining a 2.9-liter V6 twin-turbo engine with an electric motor.

Through the ABT Power S package, the vehicle achieves a combined output of 715 to 720 hp and a maximum torque of 905 Nm. This performance allows the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under 3.6 seconds, with a top speed limited to 280 km/h.

Mechanical and aesthetic upgrades include a comprehensive carbon fiber aerodynamic kit, featuring a new front splitter, redesigned side skirts, and a larger rear diffuser. The Avant variant includes an exclusive aerodynamic spoiler. The vehicle is equipped with 22-inch forged wheels and specialized suspension components.

An additional performance upgrade is expected in the second quarter of 2027, which aims to increase total power to approximately 789 or 800 hp and will include an Akrapovič titanium exhaust system.