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"First of all the quattro GmbH itself is going through mayor changes. Future RS cars will not necessarily be build by the quattro GmbH, but rather at the "regular line". This has pro´s and con´s. output capacity will move up, retail prices are requested to be on a competitive level, delivery times will cut down, on the other hand there is need to assure the same quality level of production, train the "line crews" etc. This procedure already started with the TT-RS, Q7 V12 and continuous with the RS 5. The quattro GmbH´s mayor assignment is to develop high performance versions of the Audi product line up as well as the Audi exclusive distribution and sporty upgrades (Wheels etc.) for the "regular" model line. Another advantage is, the development of future RS cars will start earlier which is supposed to make it possible to release RS cars within the first half of the product lifecycle.
Downsizing and future emission regulations will make it unreasonable to use NA engines within RS cars. Therefore the RS 5 is the last of the high-revving RS concept. So, forced induction is coming- yes.
As the TT-RS has been mentioned a couple of times:
the inline 5 engine has a great potential and you can assume to see the use of this engine again. A inline 5 with 415HP, 420 ft/lb mated to a 7 or even 8 speed S-tronic within a 3300 pound chassis could do the trick.
If we ever gonna see a RS 4 (B5) layout again is doubtful but you can be sure that future cars that carry the prefix RS will not lack design wise.
There are two RS cars on the horizon... over the next two years.
Qisha"
Quote 2:
Posted by another User - "I think it was Kreso who said no RS3 with current model, not Qisha."
Reply by Qisha - "...you are right!"
Quote 3:
Posted by another user - "BUT... Tell me one thing-what is the point of RS3 based on outgoing old A3 model??"
Reply by Qisha - "Dear KresoF1, the RS 3 will be available in a low quantity (~2.700 units) anyway and will be build at the Ingolstadt factory plant. Sometimes decisions are made on a level were we all do not have to understand... personally i know what you mean and do feel about the same. Good thing, there is a very good chance to see a RS 3 within the upcoming gen- as well."
Posted by another user - "RS3 does indeed come by next year"
Reply by Qisha - "Dear S3-lover, get your name on the "waiting list" asap.
Qisha
PS: 7-speed S-tronic only"
Quote 4:
"Dear Friends,
RS flat bottom Wheel: yes (already available for the S3, and through Audi exclusive for the regular line)
Sportback only: yes
wider wheel arches: front yes, rear inner fender yes- bodywork no
Please admit a little more time for final specs.
Qisha"
