Is there an Audi RS2?
The Audi RS 2 Avant, usually known as Audi 80 RS 2, was a limited edition, high-performance Audi five-door, five-seat estate car (station wagon), manufactured from March 1994 to July 1995.
Was the RS2 sold in the US?
Built by Porsche, powered by a raucous five-cylinder, and rocking aggressive wagon bodywork, it checked every box but one: They never sold them in the U.S. Since it’s been 25 years since the RS2 came out, though, you can finally bring one here.
Who designed the Audi RS2?
When it launched in 1994, it became both the world’s fastest estate and the first Audi to smash the 250 km/h barrier. The Audi RS2 Avant combined the space of a family car with a very special, turbocharged driving experience – and it was developed collaboratively by Audi and Porsche.
What engine does the Audi RS2 have?
The RS2 is powered by a five-cylinder engine that was jointly developed by Audi and Porsche. The engine was based on a unit previously built by Audi but further modified by Porsche with several components that include a larger KKK turbocharger, as well as heavy-duty intercooler and higher-flow fuel injectors.
What is the difference between a Porsche rs2 and standard RS2?
Aside from the wheels and Porsche-branded brake calipers, the RS2 could be distinguished from the standard issue by its wide-body kit and Porsche 964 Turbo door mirrors. Special badging identifies the car as an RS2 with a Porsche callout along the bottom.
Was the Audi RS2 ever offered in the US?
The RS2 was an incredibly significant car for both German manufacturers, but was never offered here in the States, making imported examples like this ’94 model on BringaTrailer.com a rare find.
Is the Audi RS2 faster than a McLaren F1?
These performance enhancements meant the RS2 could accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in under 5 seconds, and more even impressive, was the 1.5-second 0 to 30 mph time. Famously noted by Autocar in 1995, this was indeed faster than the legendary McLaren F1, an honor that will always be mentioned in any summary of the RS2.