There is ‘quick’. Then there’s ‘RS quick’. Audi’s RS division is more than horsepower—engineering emotion into each turn, each growl, each redline. Built for enthusiasts with hearty performance appetites with zero sacrifice for refinement, RS models blur track-level performance with distinct road presence.
Audi RS Cars in India might look compact on the surface—but its job is anything but ordinary. From the performance icon RS Q8 to the RS 5 Sportback, they’re all cars built to thrill, astound, and dominate their class. And with more RS-badged warriors to join the lineup in the future, Audi’s Indian performance lineup is just getting started.
Your ultimate guide to Audi RS cars available in India for the year 2025 with full specs, price, best features—and next up!
RS Q8 Performance – India’s Most Powerful SUV
Ex-showroom Price in India: ₹2.49 Crore
Audi India launched the facelifted RS Q8 Performance in February 2025. It is now the most powerful mass‑market SUV available here—blending sports‑car acceleration with SUV practicality.
Engine & Performance
- Engine: 4.0‑litre twin‑turbocharged V8 petrol (TFSI)
- Power: ~640 PS (~631 bhp), Torque: ~850 Nm
- Transmission: 8‑speed Tiptronic automatic
- Drive: Quattro AWD
- 0–100 km/h: ~3.6 seconds
- Top Speed: Electronically limited to 305 km/h with optional dynamic pack
Dimensions & Drivetrain
- Length: approx 5,012–5,022 mm
- Width: ~1,998–2,007 mm
- Height: ~1,715 mm
- Wheelbase: ~2,995–2,998 mm
- Boot Space: ~605 litres
- Seating: 5
Interior & Features
- Dual‑digital displays: 12.3‑inch virtual cockpit, large central touchscreen, and separate display for climate controls
- RS sports seats in Nappa leather/Alcantara with red stitching
- Four‑zone automatic climate control, heads‑up display, panoramic sunroof
- Wireless charging
- 23‑speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system
- Powered tailgate, ambient lighting
- Safety: Eight airbags, 360‑degree camera, ADAS suite including active roll stability, rear sport differential, ISOFIX points
Exterior Highlights
- Blacked‑out honeycomb grille
- LASER LED headlights with four custom DRL signatures
- OLED rear lights with custom patterns
- Massive RS flared arches
- 23″ alloy wheels with red brake calipers
- Carbon‑fibre diffuser and RS dual exhaust
You get close to Lamborghini Urus acceleration for close to half the money. It’s drivable on a daily basis, dressy enough for nights when you have to dress up, and frighteningly quick when the situation demands it. A full‑throttle RS driving experience as an SUV.
RS 5 Sportback – Audi’s Performance Sedan-Coupe Blend
Price (estimated): ₹1.13 Crore ex‑Showroom in India
Audi’s RS 5 Sportback marries sleek styling with explosive performance. Though not as widely publicized in India as the RS Q8, it’s listed in official pricing and dealer inventory.
Engine & Performance
- Engine: 2.9‑litre twin‑turbo V6 petrol (TFSI)
- Power: ~444 bhp
- Torque: ~600 Nm
- Transmission: 8‑speed Tiptronic
- Drive: Quattro AWD
- 0–100 km/h: ~3.9–4.0 seconds
Dimensions & Layout
- Five‑door liftback body with coupe‑like roof
- More rear seat headroom than a coupe, but retains sleek lines
- Sport‑tuned chassis, torque‑vectoring, adaptive dampers, staggered wide rear track
Features & Cabin
- RS sport seats
- Virtual Cockpit
- Dual MMI screens
- Leather/Alcantara with contrast stitching
- 19–20” alloy wheels
- Bang & Olufsen audio
- Quattro branding throughout
- Driver‑assist tech includes cruise, lane‑keep assist, and multiple airbags
Role & Appeal
A daily driver that morphs into a weekend track tool. Sleek, low‑slung, and engaging—without SUV bulk. It offers RS adrenaline in sedan‑sports form and remains distinctly Audi.
RS Trim Line Summary (India – mid‑2025)
| Model | Price (₹ Cr ex‑Showroom) | Engine / Power | 0–100 km/h | Seating | Unique Traits |
| RS Q8 Performance | 2.49 | 4.0 L V8 / ~640 PS, 850 Nm | ~3.6 s | 5 | Full‑size RS‑SUV, super‑SUV pace, daily usable |
| RS 5 Sportback | ~1.13 – 1.16 | 2.9 L V6 / 444 bhp | ~3.9–4.0 s | 5 | Sport‑sedan style, sleek liftback form, RS‑tech |
Why Only These RS Models in India?
Presently, Audi India is selling the RS Q8 Performance as its available today model year 2025 flagship RS variant, with the RS 5 Sportback mentioned on dealer and aggregator sites as well. There are currently no announced RS variants like the RS 3, RS 6, and RS 7 yet.
The RS 6 Avant and RS 7 Sportback worldwide will be powered by the Q8’s 4.0 L V8 configuration—but there’s currently no India launch data. Audi India appears to be focusing on two flagships to entice luxury and performance consumers.
Buying Guide: Who Should Consider Which RS?
Choose RS Q8 Performance if you want:
- Dramatic SUV presence and commanding road position
- True SUV versatility (boot space, height, practicality) combined with super‑SUV speed
- A V8 roar and grand‑touring suspension that adapts to family, highway, or sporty driving
Choose the RS 5 Sportback if you want:
- Lower ride height, sharper styling, and hatchback versatility
- Better fuel efficiency and city‑friendliness (lighter and smaller footprint)
- A sporty driving experience that feels more connected and agile
Updated Highlights for 2025
- RS Q8 received a facelift in early 2025, including new blacked‑out LEDs, OLED rear lights, refreshed interiors, and improved power output (~640 PS). Launch price: ₹2.49 Cr. Deliveries began soon after bookings opened in January 2025.
- RS 5 Sportback listings place its price around ₹1.13–1.16 Cr ex‑showroom. Features are consistent with the global RS 5 spec. Availability is through official dealerships or CBU imports—but it’s listed across all major aggregators.
Upcoming Audi RS Cars in India (Expected)
Audi has big plans for its performance portfolio in India. Here are the top RS models expected to arrive next:
RS e-tron GT & RS e-tron GT Performance
- Audi’s all-electric RS sedan is expected to launch by the end of 2025.
- Dual motors, AWD, ~840–900+ bhp
- 0–100 km/h in 2.5–2.8 seconds
- Price expected: ₹2.05–2.3 Cr
- This will be Audi’s most powerful EV and bring RS thrills to electric enthusiasts.
RS 6 Avant
- Performance estate with 4.0-litre V8 shared with RS Q8
- Power: ~630 PS, 0–100 km/h in ~3.6 s
- Not officially confirmed yet, but it is likely to be by 2026.
- It will cater to enthusiasts who want the speed of a supercar with the practicality of a wagon.
RS 6 Avant GT (Possibly Limited Units)
- A special edition with carbon fibre body panels and even more aggressive styling
- Extremely limited production globally, but Audi India might allocate a few units for collectors
What Buyers Love, and What May Feel Off
What buyers typically praise
- The raw power and torque delivery of the twin‑turbo V8 engine (RS Q8) or V6 (RS 5)
- Quattro AWD traction and adaptive suspension make both cars surprisingly capable in everyday traffic and weekend runs
- The design: big, bold, RS‑flared arches and styling that still reads grown‑up luxury
Real‑world drawbacks
- Fuel economy: RS Q8 is around 8–9 km/l on average
- Size: The RS Q8 is massive, which can complicate city driving or parking
- Rear visibility in both models can feel limited due to the design
- Limited choices: only one variant per model, so customisation options are fewer
Conclusion
Audi RS lineup on sale in India is lean but long when it is about reaching as far as presence, character, and power are. If the desire is for the speed-centric super-SUV with ultimate practicality, the RS Q8 Performance is the choice. If the heart craves a performance saloon attitude with nippier dynamics in smaller packaging, the RS 5 Sportback is the choice.
Audi India RS is quality over quantity. Few variants with high-end price points, German build for Indian roads, are tools as well as halo cars. If you are tooling up Hyderabad or Pune where the traffic jams up, the RS 5 is going to feel smoother. If it is Delhi or Mumbai kind of cities where you got RS Q8 as part of the fleet, it is making bold statements through the traffic around it.
FAQs about Audi RS Cars in India
Q. What’s the most powerful Audi available in India today?
A. That’s the RS Q8 Performance – ~640 PS and 850 Nm, 0‑100 km/h in 3.6s, ₹2.49 Cr ex‑Showroom.
Q. Does the RS Q8 Performance come with fast charging or a hybrid powertrain?
A. No. The RS Q8 is purely ICE petrol V8 with no electrified propulsion. No fast charging.
Q. Is the RS 5 Sportback available with AWD in India?
A. Yes. It comes standard with Audi’s Quattro AWD system.
Q. How many airbags and safety features do they offer?
A. Both include eight airbags, 360‑degree parking cameras, ISOFIX child‑seat anchors, and various ADAS features such as active roll stability.
Q. What’s the resale / service plan like?
A. Service packages, warranty coverage, and intervals meet Audi India high‑end ownership standards. A 3‑year warranty and service intervals around 15,000 km are to be anticipated. RS‑specific service costs are above average models.
