Audi Celebrates Five Cylinder Engine’s 50th Anniversary
Audi is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its iconic five cylinder engine, which made its debut in the Audi 100 5E back in 1975. The decision to develop this unique configuration instead of a conventional straight-six has since become one of the brand's most defining features.Key TakeawaysAudi introduced its first five cylinder engine in the Audi 100 5E in 1975.The engine was later turbocharged and used in rally cars like the Ur quattro, winning multiple championships.Audi continues to innovate with this layout, including modern applications such as the TTRS RS3.Half a century ago, Audi made an unconventional choice by developing its first five cylinder engine for the second generation of the Audi 100. This decision marked the beginning of what would become one of the brand’s most distin...
