Though the 2013 Audi RS 5 is new to the U.S., it’s been available in Europe for some time. On this episode of Ignition, Carlos Lago takes the Audi RS 5 to Sonoma Raceway to see how it behaves on the race track before driving the coupe on some canyon roads.
Lago is impressed by the high-revving, naturally aspirated 450-hp 4.2-liter V-8 and seven-speed dual-clutch transmission as well as by the torque-vectoring rear-differential that transfers power between the left and right rear wheels. The V-8’s peak horsepower arrives at 8250 rpm while 317 lb-ft of peak torque comes it at 4000 rpm, which Lago says gives it “a meaty 4000 rpm power band. Despite the Audi RS 5’s drivetrain and all-wheel-drive system, he feels the steering could provide more feedback.
After some laps at the track, Lago puts the dual-clutch transmission into automatic mode to see how the Audi RS5 handles through the canyons.
Check out the video below to see Lago’s conclusion of the 2013 Audi RS 5.
Source : wot[dot]motortrend[dot]com
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