Audi do Brasil announces the launch of the RS e-tron GT Performance, which represents an evolution over the RS e-tron GT, offering more technology, power, new equipment and unprecedented performance. The model received changes to the bodywork and interior that render its visual identity even more striking and sporty. The electric supercar gained a new, more compact and lighter powertrain, which brought increases in power and torque, reducing the 0 to 100 km/h acceleration to just 2.5 seconds (-0.8 seconds compared to the previous model). In addition, the vehicle features a new set of Lithium-Ion batteries with reduced weight and higher performance. The new RS e-tron GT Performance can be ordered on demand across the Audi do Brasil network at a suggested price of R$ 1,334,990.00. The warranty is four years for the vehicle and eight years for the battery.
“Exclusivity is the best definition for the new RS e-tron GT Performance, a model that will be a reference among electric supercars and offers significant advances over the previous model, with gains in power and torque, electric quattro traction, excellent aerodynamic coefficient and the new active air suspension. Undoubtedly, a coveted object that already bears legendary status, and should appeal to speed enthusiasts as well as the most demanding collector,” emphasizes Marcos Quaresma, Head of Product at Audi do Brasil.
Striking Visual
Introduced here in 2021, the RS e-tron GT has always been a vehicle ahead of its time, with a commanding presence aligned to its unique and exclusive visual identity. Not by coincidence, the model starred in productions such as Avengers: Endgame (2019) and Secret Agent (2022). The all-new RS e-tron GT Performance maintains the celebrated Gran Turismo design and includes changes that render it even more sporty. At the front, the bumper receives new air intakes and an updated emblem in line with the brand’s new global visual language for the four rings. At the rear, the model features a redesigned bumper. In profile, the broad shoulders and high waistline stand out, conveying greater robustness, and the pronounced creases on the side skirts reinforce the proportions of a true grand tourer.
Internally, the cabin provides occupants with a refined sensory experience and highly precise ergonomics, with all controls and commands at the driver’s fingertips. The materials and finishes chosen to integrate the cockpit were meticulously designed to immerse occupants in a journey of luxury and sportiness. Among the interior novelties are the new inlay configuration on the door panels, a new RS sport steering wheel, a new interior finish on the center panels and the illuminated e-tron GT logo on the upper portion of the panel in front of the front passenger. The driving position is low and the center panel slightly oriented toward the driver, inspired by the idea of a “monoposto,” reinforcing the model’s sporty aptitude. The rear seats have been designed to offer enough space even for adults.
Supercar Performance
The first 100% electric Audi supercar offers exhilarating performance and unprecedented driving dynamics. The front and rear motors (the rear motor being more compact and 10 kilograms lighter) are configured as Permanent Magnet Synchronous Machines (PSM), which is the most suitable configuration for the model’s proposition, delivering high torque and power with lower weight. The model features an advanced regeneration system – up to 90% of braking can be directed to energy regeneration.
The model delivers 925 horsepower in Launch Control mode (an increase of 279 hp compared to the previous model) and a torque of 1,027 Nm (up by 197 Nm from the previous model). As a result, the vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 250 km/h ( electronically limited). Another novelty is the Boost button – Push to Pass, an electronic feature on the steering wheel that releases temporary extra power to facilitate overtaking.
The Audi Drive Select, activated also by satellite buttons on the steering wheel, is available in the model with the modes Efficiency, Comfort, Dynamic, RS 1, RS 2, and the newly introduced Boost Mode, which provides 95 hp of additional power for 10 seconds – Push to Pass.
Aerodynamics are a key feature of the project. The RS e-tron GT Performance, with its drag coefficient of 0.26, was developed in wind tunnels in close collaboration between designers and aerodynamics engineers to minimize air resistance and optimize performance. The lower-front air intakes play a fundamental role, while vertical curtains direct air around the wheel arches along the vehicle’s sides.
The electric quattro traction is five times faster than the mechanical system, with torque distribution adjustable up to 100% between the rear and front axles, reinforcing traction on the front axle. The dynamic rear-steering axis modulates steering in the opposite direction to the front axle at low speeds, and in the same direction as the front axle at high speeds. There is also a reduction in steering radius at low speeds (-60 cm). The electric rear differential, in turn, controls torque distribution between the rear wheels and improves traction by locking the differential when acceleration occurs on uneven surfaces.
Finally, the new active air suspension offers a variable damping rate in response to changes in oil pressure, with a reduction of up to 25 mm in ride height during strong acceleration and deceleration, and active chassis control to compensate for roll in high-speed cornering. There is also the Comfort Entry function, which adjusts the vehicle’s height when entering and exiting the car for greater comfort and convenience, activated by touching the door handle. With this function, the vehicle can raise the body by 5 to 7 cm, depending on the selected Audi Drive Select mode.
Electric System
Equipped with a new 105 kWh Lithium-Ion battery (an increase of 11.6 kWh over the previous model), the battery is developed in an 800V architecture, with 396 cells in 33 modules, a lightweight aluminum frame with a protective steel plate on the underside and an intelligent thermal management system. The model features ultrafast charging capability, charging from 0% to 100% on DC charging (up to 320 kW) in about 18 minutes. On AC charging (up to 11 kW), the full recharge of the vehicle occurs in about nine hours.
Equipment and Technologies
Among the main equipment of the RS e-tron GT Performance are Full LED Matrix headlights, with dynamic front and rear indicators, Laser function that doubles the reach of the high beam to up to 600 meters, active digital control of light beams and Matrix function that allows segmenting each beam of light. The panoramic sunroof, in turn, features adjustable transparency, offering better protection than a conventional sunroof with a shade.
The model includes several Driver Assistance Systems, such as Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Blind Spot Monitor (Audi Side Assist), Audi Pre-Sense Front with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Front and Rear Cross-Traffic Assist and Exit Warning, intelligent Park Assist Plus with 360° camera, and Lane Keeping Assist System with emergency assist.
Customization
The new RS e-tron GT Performance offers more than a million combinations, including exterior colors, mirror caps, color of the singleframe grille, brake calipers, interior finish and steering wheel trim, among others. As standard, the model comes with new 21-inch wheels with high-performance Pirelli P Zero tires, ceramic brake discs and calipers in gray. Optionally at no extra cost, the model can be equipped with ceramic brake discs with red calipers.
Externally, the singleframe grille can receive Black Highgloss, Carbon Camouflage or Carbon Glossy finishes. The mirror caps are finished in gloss black with darkened inlays, or forged carbon fiber with darkened inlays, or carbon fiber with darkened inlays. Optionally, the model can be equipped with a darkened matte carbon fiber roof or gloss black roof, which is 12 kg lighter than the fixed panoramic glass roof, offers greater stiffness, lowers the vehicle’s center of gravity and provides a perfect combination of design, performance and elegance.
Internally, the model offers the super-sport seats in perforated leather in a honeycomb pattern, Black (standard) or Red; interior finish in a combination of Nappa leather & Dynamic Microfiber, with stitching options in green, red or gray; a new sports steering wheel in perforated leather or Dynamic Microfiber, flat top and bottom, paddle shifters and Boost & RS buttons; and a headliner in Dynamic Microfiber. The instrument panel features a glossy carbon or camouflage carbon finish as optional. In addition to these options, customers can choose to customize the vehicle through the Audi Exclusive program, which allows hundreds of interior and exterior finish and color options, making the RS e-tron GT Performance a unique and truly exclusive vehicle.
Dimensions and Colors
The new RS e-tron GT Performance measures 4,997 mm in length, 2,158 mm in width, 1,379 mm in height and a 2,900 mm wheelbase. The rear trunk provides 350 liters of capacity and the frunk offers 77 liters to accommodate backpacks and small luggage. Available colors are Arkona White (Solid); Askari Blue, Kemora Gray, Florete Silver, Bedford Green, Mito Black and Progress Red (Metallics); Daytona Gray and Nimbus Gray (Pearlescent).
