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Audi RS5 Vs Lexus RC-F: A Battle Of The Sports Coupe Outcasts

Does the brand new RS5 have what it takes to pummel the old RC-F into submission?
What the heck is the Lexus RC-F up to these days anyways? It’s hard to tell for sure. Aside from popping up every so often for a comparison test, it’s been cast into the margins of two-door sports car society, doomed to go out of existence without a replacement plan in place. Its naturally aspirated V8 will live on in the LC500 for now, but there’s no peep from Lexus about whether or not it’ll offer another sports coupe in the midrange segment.
At least the RC-F isn't alone in its plight for attention. The Audi RS5 was previously the lonely kid in the corner that seemed to get none of the attention while the BMW M3s or M4s and Mercedes-AMG C63s got all the love. That may no longer be the case.
Unlike Lexus seems to have done with the RC-F, Audi hasn’t given up hope just yet. In fact, it has plenty reason to be hopeful. It’s just gotten done revealing the all-new RS5, this time equipped with an impressive 2.9-liter turbocharged V6 producing 450 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque, a dramatic improvement in grunt over its predecessor. Though its specs match its two German competitors (despite the whole quattro all-wheel drive thing), the RS5 must first prove itself against another outcast before it can fight with the big boy sports coupes. Too bad Alfa Romeo doesn’t have a two-door Giulia QV for this.
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You Can Already Buy A Tuned Audi RS5 Coupe With Over 500 Horsepower

450 horsepower not enough for your Audi RS5? ABT Sportsline has the solution.
The 2018 Audi RS5 was only revealed a few months ago at the Geneva Motor Show as a rival to the BMW M4, but it hasn’t taken long for tuners to work their magic on the potent German sports coupe. Considering the RS5 already packs 450 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque courtesy of its new twin-turbo 2.9-liter V6, you would think that most owners would be satisfied with its performance. German tuner ABT Sportsline strongly disagrees, however, and has released its first performance package which cranks up the power considerably.
With the package installed, ABT has managed to extract an additional 60 horses and 59 lb-ft of torque, resulting in an RS5 that now cranks out 510 horsepower and 502 lb-ft. ABT is charging 4,760 Euros including assembly for current owners of the RS5 to have the package installed, which works out at around $5,600. No performance figures have been supplied, but the increase in power should make the upgraded coupe quicker than the standard model. For reference, the standard RS5 needs just 3.9 seconds to sprint from 0-62 mph and maxes out at an electronically limited 155 mph, or 174 mph with the optional R5 Dynamic Package fitted. ABT isn’t only offering a performance bump, either.
Those who want their RS5 to stand out from the crowd can choose from a range of distinctive 20-inch alloys and integrated LED entrance lights mounted in the front doors that project the tuner’s logo onto the floor. If that still isn’t enough for you, ABT hinted that it’s working on "an even more powerful and limited model." Watch this space.
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This Original Audi Quattro Is Surprisingly Affordable

With only 32,000 miles on the clock, we’re surprised this original Audi Quattro doesn’t have a higher bid estimate.
It’s usually the exotics selling for astronomical amounts that attract the most attention at car auctions, but occasionally we come across rarities that are surprisingly affordable. Like this practically pristine 1991 Audi Quattro, for example. Of course, the Quattro name is synonymous with its rallying pedigree, making the road-going version popular among car collectors. With that in mind, we’re surprised this example going under the hammer via Classic Car Auctions doesn’t have a higher bid estimate.
Only 11,000 examples of the Audi Quattro were produced between 1982 and 1991, so they’re not very common. What makes this particular UK-spec Quattro so special, however, is that everything is still in original condition, from the engine bay to the interior. It looks stunning finished in Tornado Red, and the interior is also completely original. As this is a later model, this Quattro features a three-spoke steering wheel design, as well as leather covered door arm rests, glove boxes, center console, door pockets and partial leather seats with 'quattro' script upholstery. It even has an old-school cassette player. Only two previous owners have had the privilege of taming this classic Quattro in 25 years.
In that time, it's only racked up 32,233 miles. Power is provided by the original 2.2-liter inline-five engine. When it was new, it would produce around 217 horsepower and reach a top speed of 143 mph. "Finding an original 20 V Quattro is hard enough in the current marketplace, but one with low mileage is a truly special proposition," said Richard Greenhalgh, classic car specialist at Classic Car Auctions. "With world rally winning pedigree and a growing cult status, the demand for low-mileage Quattros is surely going to increase for many years to come." It's estimated that the Quattro will sell for between 35,000 and 40,000 GBP ($45,220 to $51,000) when it crosses the auction block on September 23.
Considering its condition, that seems criminally cheap, and could be a very wise investment as its value will no doubt continue to increase in the coming years.
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Motor Trend Has A New Host, And He's Got An English Accent

It looks like Motor Trend really is turning into Top Gear.
A few months back, we sadly reported that Motor Trend was losing one of its main hosts of Ignition and Head to Head, Jason Cammisa. Cammisa starred alongside Jonny Lieberman as a replacement for former host, Carlos Lagos. The two journalists formed a hilarious duo that brought us cinematically brilliant reviews with plenty of humor. It's still unclear why Cammisa left, but there has been a lot of speculation regarding who would take his place on the shows. This is an amazing job that enthusiasts around the world dream of having.
According to several sources, including Lieberman's own Twitter account, the new host of Motor Trend will be Jethro Bovington. Bovington has an impressive resume working for Evo Magazine, CAR Magazine, and doing videos for Drive Tribe: Clarkson, May and Hammond's car-based social media platform.
Bovington's Motor Trend debut with Motor Trend will be on September 13 on Head to Head. The episode will only be available at first on Motor Trend OnDemand, but will be available later on YouTube. Episode 94 of Head to Head will feature the new Audi RS5 against the Mercedes C63 S coupe on the back roads of Wales. Bovington will also be on Ignition episode 183, where he will be driving the Pagani Huayra BC. We're excited to see how the two host's chemistry works together, but we will still miss Cammisa and his self-admitted Adam Sandler looks.
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All-New Audi RS4 Avant Is A Wild Wagon With 450-Horsepower

New RS4 Avant storms into Frankfurt with a 0-62 mph time of 4.1 seconds.
Audi Sport made a splash at the Frankfurt Motor Show last night with the reveal of the rear-wheel drive R8 V10 RWS. If that wasn’t already a headline reveal, Audi's Sport division has now lifted the wraps off the all-new generation RS4 Avant, storming into Frankfurt with some serious performance upgrades over the standard S4 Avant. Powered by the same twin-turbo, 2.9-liter V6 engine lifted from the RS5 Coupe, this wild wagon produces a whopping 450-horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque.
The power output is the same as the last-gen model, but torque has risen by 125 lb-ft thanks to turbocharging. As a result, the new Audi RS4 Avant only needs 4.1 seconds to accelerate from 0-62 mph, before topping out at an electronically limited 155 mph. An optional RS dynamic package is also available, which boosts the top speed to 174 mph. Power is sent to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission, and a rear-mounted differential is available as an optional extra. Matching its potent performance are a host of brash exterior upgrades, including aggressive air vents, oval exhaust tips, and a roof-mounted rear spoiler to set it apart from its standard sibling.
According to Audi, the design is inspired by the legendary 90 quattro IMSA GTO race car, with a familiar RS honeycomb structure, a wide, flat Singleframe grille, and wheel arches that are 30 mm wider than the regular AV Avant. It also harks back to the original first-generation RS4 Avant that launched in 1999, sporting the a similar Nogaro Blue paint finish available only from Audi exclusive. Compared to the standard A4 Avant, the new RS4 Avant sits seven millimeters lower to the ground and is fitted with 19-inch wheels. A set of 20-inch wheels can be optionally fitted. The cabin contains a head-up display and digital Audi Virtual Cockpit with RS-specific displays that indicate the g-forces, tire pressures and torque.
It can also be tailored to personal tastes with a wide range of customization options through Audi’s Exclusive program. Orders for the new Audi RS4 Avant will start this fall, with prices starting from €79,800 ($95,674) in Germany.
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Audi Sport To Launch 5 New RS Performance Machines By 2020

Audi Sport will have 16 cars in its performance car line-up by 2020.
It used to be a special occasion when Audi Sport unveiled a new high-performance machine. At one point, Audi's Sport division would build no more than a couple of cars at a time, but that’s no longer the case. This year, Audi Sport has spoiled us with the surprise reveal of the rear-wheel-drive Audi R8 RWS limited to 999 units, the R8 V10 Spyder Plus, and the new RS4 Avant. In total, Audi Sport currently produces 11 models including the R8 coupe and convertible, and the TT RS.
However, Audi's high-performance line-up is about to expand even further in the next few years following the appointment of Oliver Hoffman as Audi Sport's new Head of Technical Development. Hoffman was previously in charge of powertrain development at Audi Sport, where he oversaw the development of the Audi R8’s 5.2-liter V10. He was also head of quality management at Lamborghini, and is taking over from Stephan Reil who is taking on an unspecified new role at Audi. “With the appointment of Oliver Hoffmann, we have gained a highly qualified manager for the Technical Development division,” says Stephan Winkelmann, CEO of Audi Sport.
“With his experience and skills, Hoffmann will help to realize the expansion of the Audi Sport brand.” That expansion is referring to plans to introduce five new performance models to Audi Sport’s range by 2020, bringing the total line-up to 16 cars. Audi Sport hasn’t detailed what we can expect from the expansion, but rumors have suggested that the performance division will introduce an RS5 Sportback and convertible, a sedan version of the RS4, and a V6-powered R8 in the near-future.
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Audi Set To Reveal R8 With Porsche-Derived Twin-Turbo V6

Don't worry, Audi will still keep the lovely V10 model.
Ever since Audi released the all-new, second generation R8 in 2015, we've been wondering if there would be a base engine below the 5.2-liter V10. The original R8 was available with a 4.2-liter V8, but thanks to downsizing we knew that this engine would probably be excluded from the new car. A V6 version of the R8 has been rumored for a long time now, and Autocar has just spotted a test car which could be the new base R8. The R8 will borrow the 2.9-liter V6 that is shared with a few other cars from Audi and Porsche.
The twin-turbo V6 is the same engine found in the Porsche Panamera, Audi RS5 and RS4. This engine is also rumored for an upcoming RS Q5. The motor was codeveloped between Audi and Porsche and is known as the 'KoVoMo' engine. For Audi, this engine directly replaces the old 4.2-liter V8. The old RS4 and RS5 both used the old V8, and now use this new twin-turbo V6. In the RS4 and RS5, the V6 develops 450 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque. This is the same amount of horsepower as the old V8, but the engine develops 125 more lb-ft of torque. In the new Panamera, this engine is tuned more for comfort and develops 434 hp and 405 lb-ft of torque.
Audi will tweak the engine to develop more than 500 hp and 500 lb-ft of torque for the R8. The exact power figures have not been decided on as of yet, but Audi can confirm that more than one power output will be available. We expect the V6 R8 to be a great car, but it won't make the same amazing wail as the V10 engine. At least the V6 versions of the car will be a bit more affordable. The current base R8 starts at $162,900. This new V6 versions should be revealed some time this year, with an expected launch in 2018.
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It Tries Hard But The Audi RS5 Can't Beat The Mercedes-AMG C63 S

AMG is simply its own kind of bonkers.
Anyone who’s ever driven a Mercedes-AMG product understands one clear thing: the car is wonderfully bonkers. Refined, yes, but it can become an absolute beast with the simple application of pressure on the throttle. For some, AMG is the gold standard, perhaps even above BMW M. While those two German premium brands have been going at it for years, Audi has revamped its Quattro division, now called Audi Sport, and one of its first products is the all-new 2018 Audi RS5.
Gone is the previous RS5’s naturally aspirated V8, which is kind of a bummer but still a necessary move. Fortunately, its 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 replacement is its own unique animal, producing the same 450 hp as before.
Compared to its predecessor, the new RS5 is equally as refined luxury wise, but it’s a huge improvement in overall driving feel and performance. That said, enter the Mercedes-AMG C63 S, a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8-powered German land rocket with 503 hp. Okay, so on paper the cars’ specs are similar enough, so it all boils down to which is the better driver’s car. That’s the question Motor Trend’s Jonny Lieberman and his new Head to Head co-host Jethro Bovingdon were assigned to find out. A trip to Wales was in order due to its ideal public driving roads and beautiful scenery. Want to come along for the ride? Check out the video and see why the AMG C63 S still ranks numero uno.
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