The expected replacement for the Audi S4 has been spied testing as it nears an expected debut later this year. As Audi is restructuring its naming system to give all cars with internal combustion engines uneven model numbers for its next-generation lineup, the S4 will become the S5 alongside the A4 ‘s switch to the A5 . In addition to the name change, Audi is also expected to ditch the traditional sedan body style.
Instead, the new A5 and S5 Sportback will replace not only the current A5 and S5 Sportback models, but also the A4 and S4 sedan. The Sportbacks will sit alongside a new-generation wagon, while hot RS5 models are set to be offered and could pack plug-in hybrid power. Journalism for the curious Australian across politics, business, culture and opinion.
A prototype of the new Audi A5 Sportback was spied in May last year , though we believe what we’re seeing are the latest test photos of the new S5. The two cars look similar despite the camouflage, but we can still see a sportier front bumper than the A5 and a honeycomb grille, in line with what we expect for a more performance-oriented Audi. Compared to the current model there’s more of a separation between the grille and lower radiator intake, while the daytime running light signature has changed.
The grille is wider and shorter than the current S4, a design trend that aligns it with other new models in the Audi lineup. Elsewhere there are quad exhaust tips and alloy wheels with a more intricate design, but ove.
