In a world where SUVs are taking over faster than a zombie apocalypse, it's refreshing to see that some manufacturers still believe in the humble wagon. Case in point: Audi's upcoming RS 5 Avant, recently caught strutting its stuff at the Nürburgring. Meanwhile, Lotus is busy redefining what it means to be "charged up" with its new Emeya electric super sedan.
Audi RS 5 Avant: The Wagon That Thinks It's a Supercar
Ah, the Nürburgring. That hallowed stretch of tarmac where car manufacturers go to torture their latest creations and where enthusiasts gather to watch said creations being tortured. It's like a spa day for cars, if spa days involved the constant risk of catastrophic mechanical failure.
And who do we spot taking a leisurely lap around this automotive torture chamber? None other than Audi's upcoming RS 5 Avant. Now, before you get too excited, let's remember that this is still a prototype. It's wearing more camouflage than a special forces unit on a covert mission. But even with all that disguise, there's no hiding those muscular wheel arches. It's like trying to hide The Rock under a bedsheet - you're still going to notice those bulges.
The front fascia is doing its best impression of a vacuum cleaner, with intakes large enough to swallow small animals. It's clear that Audi's designers have been following the "more is more" philosophy when it comes to cooling. One can only imagine the kind of heat this wagon will be packing under its hood.
Speaking of the hood, the general shape of the new RS 5 Avant is visible despite Audi's best efforts. It's long, low, and looks about as practical as stilettos at a marathon. But that's the point, isn't it? This isn't a car for hauling groceries (although it could if you wanted to). This is a car for hauling... well, ass.
Of course, Audi is keeping mum about the specifics. Will it have a hybrid powertrain? Will it stick with pure internal combustion? Will it run on the tears of BMW M3 owners? Only time will tell. But one thing's for sure - it's going to be fast. Because if there's one thing Audi knows how to do, it's make a wagon that thinks it's a supercar.
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