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Updated for the 2021 model year, Audi shares all the juicy details about the RS 5 Coupé and Sportback, including pricing, update details, and news that it’s spicing up the range with a couple of new launch editions. : Ascari and Black Optics.
The RS 5 Coupé and Sportback feature subtle exterior refinements that are influenced by the RS 6 Avant and RS 7, arriving with a wider Singleframe grille that also features new classic-style louvers on top to remind us of the Audi Sport quattro from 1984. Minor changes have also been made to the rear, touching on the RS specific diffuser and large oval exhausts.
Matrix-LED headlights with Audi laser light, dynamic indicators or the LED lighting package plus with 30 colors for the interior ambient light are standard accessories on both the Coupé and Sportback. In addition, the cabin has been upgraded to the new MIB 3 infotainment system with a 10.1-inch touchscreen (1,540 x 720 pixels) and wired Apple CarPlay / Android Auto connectivity.
Base prices for the RS 5 Coupe and Sportback start at $ 75,100 and $ 75,400, respectively (all prices do not include $ 1,045 destination and other taxes). More importantly, customers will have the opportunity to select two new special launch editions: Ascari and Black optic.
They aren’t cheap though, especially when it comes to the former, which is priced at $ 95,600 / $ 95,900 for the Coupe or Sportback. The black optical slots in the middle, at $ 87,400 for both versions.
The two are also limited to just 25/100 units for the Ascari Coupé and Sportback, as well as 100/325 units for the black optics. Still, they could make up for a nice, high-performing collector’s item given the exclusive touches and numerous standard perks.