Audi R5 (2014)

CAR GARAGE | Audi R5  (2014) | With an exterior design inspired by the recently launched E-tron concept, Audi's model was rumored to be called the R4. Audi will offer both coupe and roadster versions, with the roadster being a production version of the E-tron Concept.  We were all eager to see the future Audi R5, R4 or as it was also rumored to be called, but the German magazine, Auto Motor And Sport, Audi has reports That dropped plans to build the sports car . That Audi was afraid it would affect sales for models like the Audi TT and Porsche Cayman.

Bummer, that design and engine choice would have been awesome. New details about the future Audi sports car R5 That suggest the car will also be Offered in shooting brake style 'Sportback'. The new R5 will differ from its siblings Porsche and Volkswagen "by boasting all-wheel drive and the Audi 5-cylinder turbo, which position it above the VW and Porsche in the event above the pricing." (Fortitude).

When launched, the Audi R5 will offer no surprises. Basically we will see the E-tron concept adjusted for street use combined with design elements from models like the Audi R8. Expect Audi's famous front grille with the four circles in the middle, headlamps with LED light, vertical water scoops on the sides, wide side sills, and different aluminum insertions. For the interior Audi will offer the highest quality materials, leather sports seats, aluminum pedals, sports and more details.

The future Audi R5 is known internally as the 9X1 and will share Volkswagen's new 'Mimo' (Mittelmotor) architecture with the other two versions BlueSport. Translated, this means the future sports car will feature a mid-engine configuration. So, while the E-tron concept was powered by two electric motors, the production version will use a conventional engine.  The R5's competitors will be playing the other two models BlueSport set to be released by Audi and Porsche. Previous rumors suggest That the R5 will also Compete with the future Toyota FT-86.