Does the 2022 Audi RS have auto start-stop?
On some configurations. Yes on the 4.0L 8-cylinder turbo hybrid mild hybrid. No on the 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo and 2.9L 6-cylinder turbo.
Key takeaways
- Start-stop cars restart the engine many times per drive, so they are usually fitted with an AGM or EFB battery - replace like with like.
- The 4.0L 8-cylinder turbo hybrid mild hybrid is a mild hybrid, with a separate higher-voltage battery besides the 12V one.
- Most systems have an off button that disables start-stop until the engine is next started; some models remember the setting.
| Engine | Drive | Transmission | Start-stop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo | AWD | 7-speed automated manual (dual-clutch) | No |
| 2.9L 6-cylinder turbo | 4WD | 8-speed automatic | No |
| 4.0L 8-cylinder turbo hybrid mild hybrid | AWD | 8-speed automatic | Yes |
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.
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