Audi is expanding its RS line of cars even further with the confirmed launch of the Audi TT RS and Audi TT RS Roadster at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show (5-15 March).

Last Friday, February 20th, Audi released the first official details and images of the Audi TT RS and Audi TT RS Roadster.  In a return to an engine layout successfully used in the 80’s rally cars, Audi is bringing back 5 cylinder engines to power the Audi TT RS. With turbocharged direct fuel injection the 2.5-litre engine is capable of delivering over 300hp, 331 lb-ft, a top speed of 155mph and acceleration from 0-62 mph under 5 seconds.

The Audi TT RS has quattro all-wheel drive system, a lightweight aluminium body using the Audi Space Frame principle plus all the high-end tech of the Audi RS model line, the new Audi TT RS will be one Audi’s stars at this year Geneva Motorshow.

Technical Note

Five cylinder engines are noted for combining the best aspects of four and six cylinder engines. They generate more power and torque than four cylinder engines, while maintaining the fuel economy of smaller four cylinder engines.