Manhart has given the latest Audi RS5 Coupe a new
name, the RS 500, and a small power boost applied to the 2.9-liter bi-turbo V6
gasoline burner. The stock model is good for 450 PS and 600 Nm of torque, whereas the tuner's ECU upgrade adds another 50 PS and 100 Nm of torque.
No new 0 to 100 km/h sprint time has been
made public, but the standard Audi RS5 Coupe needs just 3.9 sec, while topping
out at 280 km/h with the optional dynamic package, so we reckon that
Manhart's example could be a tad faster.
Other changes made to the high-performance
2-door include some subtle work applied
to the exterior, which also gets gold accents, and 21-inch Concept One wheels,
with a matte black look. Contributing to its final stance is a custom KW
coilover suspension kit that brings the entire ride closer to the ground, and
for some extra cash, Manhart will gladly throw in a new stainless steel exhaust
system that can be fitted with catless downpipes for a deeper tone.
