Audi S and RS models
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Audi "S" and "RS" models are a range of high performance orientated cars, of certain Audi model ranges, from the luxury prestige German automotive company, Audi AG. These cars are OEM factory "upgraded" versions of specific cars, from within Audi's standard range of vehicles, primarilly focusing in enhanced "sport" performance.
Numerous "S" models, from most of Audi's mainstream ranges have been produced over the years. These cars are recognisable by their "S" badges, and all Audi "S" models are equipped with their trademark quattro four-wheel drive system. Unique engines, along with larger, more powerful brakes set them apart from their related "siblings" within their model range.
Audi "S" models should not be confused with the lesser Audi S line, which are merely a trim/specification level, similar to say SE, which will share engines and brakes with the "lesser" trim specifications within their relevent model range.
Even higher performance versions, known by their "RS" (for RennSport (German)) badging also exist, and are some of the highest ultimate performance vehicles offered by Audi. Available for limited timescales, on a restricted model range, these "RS" models are a distinct step above their related "S" models, and are wholly designed, developed and produced in-house by Audi's high performance private subsidiary company, quattro GmbH.[1] All "RS" cars pioneer some of Audi's latest and most advanced technology and engineering prowess, therefore, "RS" cars could be described as halo vehicles.
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[edit] Audi S and RS model range
The following Audi S and RS models are being, or have been produced:
[edit] Current models
- (in model-range order)
- Audi S3 (A5, Typ 8P) - 3-door hatchback
- Audi TTS (Typ 8J) - 2-door coupé
- Audi S4 (B7, Typ 8E) - 2-door Cabriolet (convertible)
- Audi RS4 (B7, Typ 8E) - 2-door Cabriolet
- Audi S5 (Typ 8T) - 2-door coupé
- Audi S6 (C6, Typ 4F) - 4-door saloon (sedan), 5-door Avant (estate/wagon)
- Audi RS6 (C6, Typ 4F) - 5-door Avant
- Audi S8 (D3, Typ 4E) - 4-door saloon
[edit] Former models
- (in chronological order)
- Audi S2 1991-1996
- Audi S4 (C4, Typ 4A) ("Ur-S4") 1991-1994
- Audi RS2 Avant 1994-1996
- Audi S6 (C4, Typ 4A) ("Ur-S6") 1995-1997
- Audi S4 (B5, Typ 8D) 1997-2002
- Audi S6 (C5, Typ 4B) 1998-2003
- Audi S8 (D2, Typ 4D) 1998-2003
- Audi RS4 (B5, Typ 8D) Avant 1999-2001
- Audi S3 (A4, Typ 8L) 1999-2003
- Audi RS6 (C5, Typ 4B) 2002-2004
- Audi S4 (B6, Typ 8E) 2003-2005
- Audi S4 (B7, Typ 8E) 2005-2008 - 4-door saloon/sedan, 5-door Avant (estate/wagon)
- Audi RS4 (B7, Typ 8E) saloon and Avant 2006-2007
[edit] Future models
- (in model-range order)
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- Audi S3 (A5, Typ 8P) - 5-door sportback
- Audi S4 (B8, Typ 8K) (due mid-late 2008)
[edit] Audi "S line"
Audi also produce an additional 'mainstream' specification of optional sports trim packages to specific models, known as the S line. These involve various minor suspension, engine, and appearance upgrades to most models in the Audi range. While not offering the same high performance levels as the S and RS models, they are notably cheaper. Again, the upgraded components used in these S line specification packages are designed, developed and produced by Audi's high performance subsidiary company, quattro GmbH, although the actual cars are still assembled in their relevent factories alongside the remainder of their 'siblings' in the appropriate range.
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- ^ quattro GmbH - Investor Relations for Audi AG
[edit] External links
- official external links
- unaffiliated independent links
- GermanCarBlog - three generations of RS models
- RS246.com: Dedicated to all things S and RS - an enthusiasts website and forum
- RS-quattro.de - a German language enthusiasts site
- S-cars.org - a US based owners forum
- AudiSRS.com: The place for performance Audi -- News - Forums - Classifieds - Gallery
- Audi-Sport.net Audi S & RS Power forums
- TyreSmoke.net RS forum
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