Audi Sport GmbH
(formerly quattro GmbH)

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03/16/2023
Neckarsulm
Moving forward under a new name: quattro GmbH becomes Audi Sport GmbH
Audi Sport GmbH

Audi Sport GmbH

Founded 40 years ago with a handful of employees, today Audi Sport GmbH – formerly quattro GmbH – shapes the sporty, exclusive image of the brand with the four rings. Only the sportiest models bearing the four rings are allowed to use the insignia R and RS. In addition to dynamic models for the general customer base, the company also handles customization through the Audi exclusive program and the Audi collection. Audi Sport GmbH is managed by Rolf Michl. Audi will enter Formula 1 for the first time in 2026. For this purpose, the independent Audi Formula Racing GmbH was founded as a wholly owned subsidiary of Audi Sport GmbH. It is responsible for the development and production of the specially developed power unit and is headed by CEO Adam Baker.

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Peak sportiness
Models
08/16/2023

Peak sportiness: from the Audi S6 plus to the RS 6 Avant performance and RS 7 Sportback performance

plus! At the former quattro GmbH, these four letters represented the particularly sporty derivatives of what were already highly performaning RS 6 and RS 7 models. They adhered to the philosophy of leveraging as much car technology as possible, i.e., teasing out an additional plus in driving dynamics – while retaining the everyday usability the vehicles were renowned for. In 2016, “plus” became “performance”, but the philosophy remained the same. It all began almost 30 years ago with the Audi S6 plus: A look, both back in time and into the future, at the highest performance cars in Audi’s portfolio.
New special exhibition on the traditional brand NSU
Company
06/13/2023

150 years of “Innovation. Wagemut. Transformation”: new special exhibition on the traditional brand NSU

Two partners, one theme: NSU. In 2023, Audi and the city of Neckarsulm are celebrating 150 years of the traditional brand NSU. That is reason enough for Audi Tradition and the Deutsches Zweirad- und NSU-Museum Neckarsulm (German Motorcycle and NSU-Museum Neckarsulm) to reassert the long history of Audi’s Neckarsulm site and the history of NSU in the new special exhibition “Innovation. Wagemut. Transformation. 150 Jahre NSU” (in English: “Innovation. Audacity. Transformation. 150 Years of NSU”). The exhibition will be on display from June 14, 2023 to May 5, 2024 in the Audi Forum Neckarsulm and the Deutsches Zweirad- und NSU-Museum Neckarsulm. Additionally, an anniversary magazine is being published at the start of the exhibition: a solid 176 pages covering many facets of NSU history.
Audi RS 7 Sportback performance, Audi RS 6 Avant performance
Company
11/29/2022

Dynamic power meets expressive design: The Audi RS 6 Avant performance and RS 7 Sportback performance

More powerful and faster than any RS 6 and RS 7 to date: new Audi RS 6 Avant performance and the RS 7 Sportback performance are bursting with extras that sharpen the models’ appearance and make for a more emotive driving experience. The potent 4.0-liter V8 biturbo TFSI engine now has an engine power of 463 kW (630 PS) and a maximum torque of 850 Nm. From December 8, the RS 6 Avant performance and the RS 7 Sportback performance are available for 135,000 euros each.
Audi Sport special editions
Models
11/04/2022

Getting the Hang of It: Drifting with Torque Rear in All-Wheel and Rear Wheel Drive

Two completely different vehicle concepts, one result: driving fun at the highest level. Both the R8 Coupé V10 GT RWD and the RS 3 performance edition offer the potential for drifting thanks to special modes. While the V10 engine in the high-performance R8 sports car only powers the rear wheels, the five-cylinder engine in the compact RS 3 sends its power to all four wheels thanks to a quattro system. In this interview, Audi Sport chassis developers Meic Diessner and Roland Waschkau explain how both cars get into the perfect slide.
Audi RS 3 Sedan performance edition, Audi RS 3 Sportback performance edition
Models
10/18/2022

The Highest Arts: Audi RS 3 performance edition

The RS 3 performance edition, the sportiest compact model from Audi Sport, is fast and a true street artist. Developed for maximum performance, the special edition boasts 299 kW (407 PS) of power and a top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph). In addition to well-known top technologies like the RS torque splitter and ceramic brakes, it has RS bucket seats for optimized lateral support and a whole host of exclusive design elements.
Audi RS Q3 Sportback edition 10 years
Models
10/11/2022

Exclusive Anniversary Package: The Audi RS Q3 edition 10 years

Audi is celebrating the tenth anniversary of the Audi RS Q3 with a sporty special edition: the RS Q3 edition 10 years. This car is limited to 555 units worldwide and is available for the RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback This compact sports car has become well established in the years since its 2013 market launch. Since 2019, the second generation has delivered 294 kW (400 PS) and 480 Nm of torque. The Audi RS Q3 edition 10 years is powered by the 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbo engine. It brings its power to the road via a 7-speed S tronic and its permanent all-wheel drive quattro. The anniversary edition has exclusive accents both inside and out. These include the new Chronos Gray metallic paintwork, 21 inch alloy wheels, new RS bucket seats with recycled Dinamica microfiber material, and jet black applications on the instrument panel. The Edition package will be priced starting at €5,990 and will be available to order in Germany from the end of October 2022.
Audi TT RS Coupé iconic edition
Models
10/04/2022

Timeless Icon: Exclusive Audi TT RS Coupé iconic edition celebrates innovative design and dynamics

Exclusive and high-performance: the market launch of the Audi TT RS Coupé iconic edition, limited to 100 units in Europe, will celebrate the success story of a quarter-century for the Audi TT Coupé. With its clean lines, this sports car has been an inspiration the world over since its premiere in 1998 due to its pure driving pleasure and puristic design language. The RS version impresses with its special five-cylinder performance and a sound that gets under your skin. The limited-edition Audi TT RS Coupé iconic edition combines these emotional characteristics and accentuates them with sporty design elements, both in the exterior and interior.
Audi R8 Coupé V10 GT RWD
Models
10/04/2022

High Performance in Its Purest Form: The new Audi R8 Coupé V10 GT RWD

Twelve years after the premiere of the first Audi R8 GT, Audi Sport GmbH is launching the second edition of this exclusive super sports car: the new Audi R8 Coupé V10 GT RWD. The 5.2 liter, naturally aspirated V10 engine’s output is boosted to 456 kW (620 PS) making it the most powerful rear-wheel drive unit in the history of the brand. A new 7-speed dual-clutch transmission for faster shifts and the new Torque Rear driving mode allows drivers to choose their own level of ESC support. This enables controlled and simultaneously precise oversteering. The seven-stage torque rear can be adjusted via the control satellite on the steering wheel. The new R8 GT is limited to 333 units worldwide. New and exclusive exterior and interior features pay homage to the first generation of the R8 GT. These include, for example, sequential numbering, special light alloy wheels, and an interior in a combination of black and red. The new Audi R8 Coupé V10 GT RWD will be available at dealerships from 2023. Prices start at € 225,000.
20th anniversary Audi RS 6
Company
08/03/2022

“For me, the current RS 6 is the crowning achievement of two decades of RS history”

From the first generation RS 6 to the current one: Stephan Reil was there from the start and had a lot of influence on the development of the high-performance Audi. A graduate engineer, he became Division Head for Vehicle Customization at quattro GmbH (now Audi Sport GmbH) in 1996. In 1998, he took over as Head of Vehicle Development for all of the company’s complete vehicles and since 2020 he has been in charge of technical development for AUDI AG at the Neckarsulm site. On the twentieth anniversary of the first generation RS 6, the C5, Reil looks back on the challenges in development and technical refinement and remembers defining events.
20th anniversary Audi RS 6
Models
07/25/2022

20 years, four generations – Audi RS 6: Superior performance with an everyday look

One car has been exciting Audi Sport GmbH and a worldwide fanbase like no other for 20 years: across four generations, the Audi RS 6 has set the tone for high-performance station wagons with impressive performance and outstanding everyday usability. It owes the success of its underlying concept from 2002 to its double-charged engine and all-wheel drive. The basic concept has been the same across every generation of the RS 6. Again and again, it sets new standards in its competitive environment as well. Technical Vorsprung also turns up in other places, such as Dynamic Ride Control suspension. It has been used in other RS models from Audi for a long time.
Audi RS 5 Coupé with competition plus package
Models
05/17/2022

Heightened emotions: The new competition packages for the Audi RS 4 Avant and Audi RS 5

In the course of some proverbial fine-tuning, Audi Sport GmbH is increasing the sportiness of the Audi RS 4 Avant and Audi RS 5. The new competition package is bursting with extras that both sharpen the cars’ appearance and make for a more emotional driving experience. With its optional coilover suspension (RS sport suspension pro), the competition plus package boasts a maximum in dynamics and driving fun while not compromising its top suitability for everyday use. Sometimes less is more: Reduced insulation between the engine compartment and the interior means the RS 4 Avant and RS 5 will thrill customers with an exciting, next-level sound experience. The potent biturbo V6 has 331 kW (450 PS) of power and a torque of 600 newton meters from 1,900 to 5,000 rpm. The Audi RS 4 Avant and RS 5 with the competition packages will be available from dealers starting July. Prices start at 7.875 euros for the competition package and 11,875 euros for the competition plus package.
Audi RS 6 Avant performance
Portrait of Audi Sport GmbH
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12h Bathurst 2023
Motorsports
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Audi A8 L W12 exclusive
Audi exclusive and Audi collection
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Race of Champions Sweden 2023
History
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Audi Sport special editions
Audi MediaCenter
11/25/2022

Number One Spot: special editions from Audi Sport GmbH

From compact cars to super-sportscars, Audi Sport GmbH offers a wide range of models that thrill with powerful performance and pure emotions. Audi Sport GmbH is continuing its model offensive with the Audi TT RS Coupé iconic edition, the RS 3 performance edition, the RS Q3 edition 10 years and the R8 Coupé V10 GT RWD. The four special models represent exclusivity and driving pleasure in the highest dimension and mark the pinnacle of their respective model series.
Audi RS 3 Sedan / Audi RS 3 Sportback
Models
10/26/2021

Audi RS 3 Sedan and Audi RS 3 Sportback

Audi has made the already legendary five-cylinder even better. The result is greater torque, greater pull, greater top speed. And the whole thing topped off with an unmistakable sound. These are the features that power the latest generations of the Audi RS 3 Sportback and RS 3 Sedan to the top of the compact segment. The torque splitter, used for the first time in an Audi, also plays a part in this, providing greater lateral dynamics and stability. The more expressive design combined with RS-specific controls turns the latest RS 3 models into premium sports cars suitable for everyday use.
Audi RS 3 Sportback / Audi RS 3 Sedan
Company
10/11/2021

High-performance redefined: Audi RS 3 Sportback and RS 3 Sedan

With the third generation of the Audi RS 3 Sportback and the second generation of the RS 3 Sedan, Audi is relaunching the sporty top-of-the-line pair in the compact segment. The award-winning five-cylinder engine now has more torque, making it even more powerful. In combination with the RS torque splitter installed for the first time in an Audi, the A3 series’ emotional flagship model offers performance and lateral dynamics on a whole new level.
Making of RS: How Audi Sport GmbH shapes the character of its RS models
Company
05/25/2020

Making of RS: How Audi Sport GmbH shapes the character of its RS models

The RS models from Audi Sport GmbH are the dynamic spearheads of their respective product lines. They have a strong character that consists of distinct design differentiation, full everyday usability, effortless top performance, and a thrilling driving experience. This results from a relentless focus on minute details by the designers and development and test engineers, and it is perfected over numerous test drives around the world. There is a behind-the-scenes look at development work.

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Daniel Schuster Daniel Schuster
Acting Spokesperson Audi Sport GmbH
+49 841 89 38009
+49 151 42134732
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