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Audi RS5 Avant offers heavy but capable hybrid performance
A road test published March 6, 2026 assessed the new Audi RS5 Avant and found the plug-in hybrid powertrain delivers strong performance but brings a notable weight penalty.
Reviewer Matt Prior drove the RS5 Avant and reported kerb weights around 2,355–2,370 kg, highlighting trade-offs between added hybrid hardware and driving dynamics.
The piece explains who is affected — Audi Sport engineers, customers seeking traditional RS agility, and dealer service networks — and why it matters: balancing emissions targets with performance alters vehicle packaging, maintenance needs, and cost structure.
The report signals that Audi’s RS strategy now accepts higher mass to secure hybrid power and compliance, which could influence resale values for older, lighter RS variants and push rivals to accelerate hybrid‑performance development.
Dealers and fleet managers should prepare for hybrid‑specific servicing, while buyers weigh performance gains against added complexity.
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