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2018 Audi RS5 vs 2017 A5/S5 coupe: See differences in photo comparison

The second generation Audi RS5 has more power, torque and performance than the A5/S5 coupe, but how different are they visually and under the skin?

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The A5 is nice, but the RS5 has just the right level of aggression. The RS5 also has wider tracks and flared (15mm / 0.6-in) wheelarches.

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The rubbing strips and sills are different on the RS5, and the RS5 has standard 19-inch wheels and optional 20-inch wheels.

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Lots more silver detailing on the RS5, which also a rear diffuser and a small trunk lid spoiler.

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The RS5 has a flat bottomed steering wheel as standard.

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The RS5' front seats have bigger, gripper bolsters in the RS5. Of course.

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Under the hood, the RS5 has a 2.9-liter twin turbo V6 with 331kW (450hp) and 600Nm (443 lb-ft). The S5 has a 3-liter turbo V6 with 264kW (354hp) and 500Nm (369 lb-ft).

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The RS5 has a 0 to 100km/h time of 3.9s, while the S5 coupe needs 4.7s.

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The RS5 is easier to get sideways because of its big power and rear biased (40:60) AWD system.

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