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Illustration - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron - Suspension adaptive air suspension

The sporty character of all Audi models is essentially rooted in their chassis. Sophisticated yet lightweight suspension and steering systems, powerful brakes and highly intelligent electronics together make for a fascinating driving experience.

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Audi RS Q8, Audi RS Q8 performance - Static photo,
Audi RS Q8, Colour: Daytona Grey perl effect,
Audi RS Q8 performance, Colour: Chilli red metallic

Models

06/25/2024

Audi Sport GmbH’s most powerful SUVs: The new RS Q8 performance and the updated RS Q8

Audi is rounding out the Audi Q8 model range, not only with the new RS Q8 with an output of 441 kW (600 PS) but is adding a new, second version to the top model in the series: the RS Q8 performance . Its increased output of 471 kW (640 PS) makes the SUV the most powerful series-produced combustion model in the history of Audi Sport GmbH. Both vehicles boast outstanding driving dynamics thanks to an optimized, self-locking center differential while guaranteeing an equally impressive suitability for everyday use. The exterior of the RS Q8 and RS Q8 performance take their cues from the recently upgraded Q8. New equipment packages allow more freedom for customization. The new Audi RS Q8 and RS Q8 performance will be launched in June of this year. Prices start at 141,900 and 155,700 euros.

Lap record for Audi Sport in the compact segment - Success for racing and development driver Frank Stippler and the entire Audi Sport Team: lap record for new RS 3 preproduction model

Technology

06/21/2024

Back on track: lap record for Audi Sport in the compact segment

Frank Stippler has set a new lap record on the Nürburgring-Nordschleife with a preproduction model of the RS 3 product upgrade. The Audi Sport racing and development driver clocked an impressive time of 7:33.123 minutes, beating the current fastest lap time in this class by more than five seconds. Further proof that the enhanced top model from the A3 series is once again the fastest compact car.

Audi RS 3 Sedan performance edition, Audi RS 3 Sportback performance edition - Audi RS 3 Sedan performance edition, Dynamic photo, Colour: Arrow Gray, Pearl Effect.
Audi RS 3 Sportback performance edition, Dynamic photo, Colour: Nogaro Blue, Pearl Effect...

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 TechTalk Suspension - Electromechanical active roll stabilization

Audi MediaCenter

08/26/2020

Comfortable and agile – Audi’s eAWS technology turns SUVs into quick-change artists

How do you provide a large SUV with sporty road-holding properties and minimal body roll without impairing ride comfort? Audi has resolved this conflict of objectives by means of electromechanical roll stabilization (eAWS). Assisted by the 48-volt onboard electrical system and powerful actuators, the stabilizers on the front and rear axle can be actively controlled according to the driving situation.

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Illustration - Audi Q5 - Suspension - The vehicle is based on the Premium Platform Combustion (PPC)

Illustration - Audi Q5 - Suspension with adaptive air suspension

Illustration - Audi SQ5 - Five link front axle with adaptive air suspension

Illustration - Audi Q5 - Five link front axle

Illustration - Audi Q5 - Five link front axle with adaptive air suspension

Illustration - Audi SQ5 - Five link rear axle with adaptive air suspension

Illustration - Audi Q5 - Five link rear axle

Illustration - Audi Q5 - Five link rear axle with adaptive air suspension

As of: 08/14/2023

Videos

Audi SQ5 SUV – Chassis technology – Animation

The technology of the Audi A6 Avant

Audi A6 Avant – Chassis technology with air suspension and all-wheel steering – Animation

Audi S6 Sportback e-tron – Chassis technology – Animation

Audi A5 Avant – Drivetrain technology – Animation

Audi S3 Sedan – Vehicle dynamics – Animation

As of: 08/14/2023