What's the news?
Volkswagen and Audi tuner ABT Sportsline is predicting high winds this summer; reaching 180mph in the vicinity of its modified Audi RS 5 Cabriolet. A range of upgrades are available to enhance the appearance, alter the engine note and increase the top speed.
Exterior
ABT can supply a range of alloy wheels for the RS 5 in 8.5x19- and 9.5x20-inch sizes. If the wheels still don't fill the arches sufficiently the company can also provide a set of spacers. Bodywork modifications are limited to a set of vents for the front wings.
Mechanicals
There is no increase on the RS 5's 450hp power output, but ABT does make a stainless steel exhaust system to enhance the V8 soundtrack. Removing the factory fitted speed limiter lifts the cabriolet's top speed to a claimed 180mph. Finally, ABT can supply a choice of height adjustable suspension systems to lower the car by up to 50mm.
Anything else?
Customers can choose which ABT Speedline parts they want to fit. The UK dealer for the company's accessories is Richter Sport LTD in Milton Keynes.
John Lambert - 15 Apr 2014