Audi A5 Coupe DTM Racing Concept

Audi has released the first renderings of the A5 DTM concept, ahead of its debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. Internally named "R17," it will replace the four-door A4 with which Audi has conquered the DTM title four times since 2004.

Audi was quiet on specifics, but the new Audi A5 DTM has a high-strength carbon-fiber monocoque combined with a steel tube cage. It will come in effect in the German touring model championship next year. Furthermore, the car will be equipped by a V8 engine with approximately 460 PS (340 kW / 456 PS). A 6-speed transmission will continue to be used as well.

Audi says the production vehicle will closely resemble the 2012 A5 Coupe which is slated to go on sale later this year.