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Autoblog Podcast #S2E05: Audi RS5 + PHEVs zijn niet eerlijk

Autoblog Podcast #S2E05: Audi RS5 + PHEVs zijn niet eerlijk

Autoblog Podcast Feb 27, 2026 51 min
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The hosts share their recent experiences with winter driving and plug-in hybrid vehicles, including a detailed discussion on the Audi RS5 plug-in hybrid's performance and specs. They reflect on the practicality and quirks of plug-in hybrids during long trips, like the XC90's handling in snowy conditions and fuel consumption challenges on highways. The conversation also touches on the appeal of spacious SUVs for winter sports gear and the evolving landscape of hybrid technology in sporty family cars. Humor and personal anecdotes about dogs and travel add a casual vibe to the technical talk.

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Car

Volvo XC90

"...and met sneeuwdriften stoeprand geraakt. In zijn XC90. Zo iets denk ik."

The Volvo XC90 is a big, safe, and comfortable car that can carry families and their stuff. It has lots of safety features to help keep you safe on the road. People like it because it’s easy to drive even in snow and bad weather.

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rear-wheel drive

"En daarom was het Achterwiel. Die hele karstrie is natuurlijk helemaal vervormd."

Rear-wheel drive means the back wheels of the car get the power to make it move.

Car

Volvo V60

"Ten tijden van de introductie van de V60 plug in hybride. Die heeft natuurlijk ook elektromotor op de Achterwielen."

The Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid is a car that uses both gas and electricity to move. It can drive using just electricity for a little while, which helps save fuel.

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electromotor

"Die heeft natuurlijk ook elektromotor op de Achterwielen."

An electromotor is a part in some cars that uses electricity to help make the car move.

Car

Bmw I4

"Ik heb nu over zijn brandweerrode BMW i4 ben ik nog mee aan het rijden. Het is heel vreemd, maar zo december, januari, februari, wat is dit dan nog steeds februari,"

The BMW i4 is a fully electric car made by BMW. It looks like a sporty sedan and runs only on electricity instead of gas.

Car

Audi RS4

"... natuurlijk, de nieuwe Audi RS5, wat eigenlijk de RS4 is, maar ja, ze hebben dat Audi zo moeilijk gema..."

The Audi RS4 is a fast and sporty car that looks like a regular family car but can go very quickly. Sometimes Audi calls similar cars by different names, like RS5, but they are very much alike. People like it because it’s both fun and useful.

Car

Audi RS5

"...de nieuwe Audi RS5, wat eigenlijk de RS4 is, maar ja, ze hebben dat Audi..."

The Audi RS5 is a fast and sporty car made by Audi, built to be more powerful and fun to drive than regular models.

Term

plug-in hybrid

"Ja, het is natuurlijk weer een plug-in hybride, dus we hebben de 2.9 V6, die heeft 510 pk en dan nog 129 pk, het elektromotor,"

A plug-in hybrid is a car that can run on gas or electricity, and you can charge its battery by plugging it in like a phone.

Part

2.9 V6

"Ja, het is natuurlijk weer een plug-in hybride, dus we hebben de 2.9 V6, die heeft 510 pk en dan nog 129 pk, het elektromotor,"

A 2.9 V6 is a type of engine with six cylinders shaped like a V, and it uses 2.9 liters of fuel-air mix to make power.

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2 liter turbo

"nou ja, het is totaal niet dezelfde auto trouwens, maar weet je, dat is wel 2 liter turbo elektromotor,"

A 2 liter turbo is an engine that uses a small turbo machine to push more air inside, making the car more powerful.

Car

BMW M5

"...een goede deal vermoeilijk wordt, dat is bij BMW M5 Touring, ook plug-in hybrid, hetzelfde gewicht, h..."

The BMW M5 is a fast and fancy car that looks like a regular family car but can drive really quickly. There's a version that has a big battery to help it use less gas and still go fast. People talk about it because it mixes speed with being good for everyday use.

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benzine

""benzine motor rijdt in een Volvo, dan krijg je een melding in dashboard met please start the engine, want je benzine is te oud.""

"Benzine" means gasoline, which is the fuel many cars use to run their engines.

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range anxiety

""ook zo dat je 25 kilometer tot de volgende laadpaal dan zou je dan weer gaan laden. Ja, dat is natuurlijk niet de praktijk.""

Range anxiety means worrying that your electric car might run out of battery before you can charge it again.

Car

Porsche Cayenne

"...sche sportwagen, Porsche met die grote, boven de cayenne, dat zou ook puur elektrisch worden, is ook weer ..."

The Porsche Cayenne is a big, fancy car that can carry lots of people and stuff but still drives like a sports car. Porsche is making a new version that runs only on electricity, which means no gas and less pollution. People like it because it’s both fast and useful.

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German autobahn

"Ze zijn weer extra roepen om een snelheidsbeperking op de Duitse autobaan. Deze keer omdat er steeds mensen in dood gaan."

The German autobahn is a special highway in Germany where cars can sometimes drive very fast because there are no speed limits on many parts.

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snelheidsbeperking

"Ze zijn weer extra roepen om een snelheidsbeperking op de Duitse autobaan. Deze keer omdat er steeds mensen in dood gaan."

A speed limit is a rule that tells drivers the fastest they can go on a road to keep everyone safe.

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traffic fatalities

"Deze keer omdat er steeds mensen in dood gaan. Verkeersdoden."

Traffic fatalities mean people dying because of crashes or accidents while driving or riding in cars.

Car

Fiat Multipla

"Lelijker dan de Fiat Multipla? De Fiat Multipla is tof, man."

The Fiat Multipla is a small family car that looks very different from most cars because of its wide and unusual front. Some people think it looks funny or strange.

Car

Ferrari 250 GTO

"Dit is de 250 GTO, de meeste seksie auto ooit. En ik ben het om eens, die had ik ook gezegd."

The Ferrari 250 GTO is a very special and rare car from the 1960s that many people think is the coolest and most beautiful car ever. It is very expensive and loved by car fans all over the world.

Car

Porsche 911

"Weet je wat we nu denken over de Porsche 911 en 996? Is er wat?"

The Porsche 911 is a famous sports car that has been made for many years. It looks special and is known for being very fun to drive.

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911 Porsche Gt3

"...bsoluut een collectus uit zijn woord natuurlijk. Porsche GT3 Cabrio. Hij gaat het wel niet zo heten."

The Porsche 911 is a famous fast car that looks different from others because its engine is in the back. Some versions can even have a roof that opens up. People love it because it’s exciting to drive and very special.

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Cabrio

""Maar hij heeft wel volgens mij gewoon het normale Cabrio dak. Eigenlijk is het een Cabrio met een GT3 motor.""

A cabrio is a car that can open its roof so you can drive with the top down and feel the air.

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0-100 time

"Dus we hebben echt een 0-100. We hebben echt niet het maximum eruit kunnen halen."

The '0-100 time' is how fast a car can go from stopped to 100 kilometers per hour. It shows how quickly the car can speed up.

Car

iX3 (G08)

"Dat is wel een soort van bus van BMW. Want het is nu toch even rustig rondom de I-X3. Nou, dan gaan we alvast die auto's laten rondrijden."

The BMW iX3 is a big car like an SUV that runs only on electricity, so it doesn’t use gas. It’s roomy inside and good for families or people who want a bigger car without pollution. People talk about it because it’s part of BMW’s electric future.

Car

BMW i3

"...rijden. Er komt ook nog een elektrische 3-serie, i3 komt volgens mij. Ook de komende maand, of iets ..."

The BMW i3 is a small car that runs only on electricity, so it doesn’t use gas. It’s made to be easy to drive in cities and is different looking from other cars. People like it because it’s quiet and helps the environment.

Car

BMW iX3

"Wat had jij nou al gereden met de I-X3? Ja. Hoe is het?"

The BMW iX3 is a bigger electric car shaped like an SUV, which means it has more space and runs only on electricity.

Term

concept car

"...we hebben heel veel van die nieuwe klasse concept-autos gezien, waaronder een sedan..."

A concept car is a special car made to show new ideas or designs. It's like a preview of what future cars might look like.

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SUV

"...En dan blaast ze dat op naar een SUV-dikje."

An SUV is a type of car that is bigger and can carry more people or stuff. It usually sits higher off the ground and can drive on rough roads.

Term

elektromotor

"Dat heeft in na natuurlijk alles met het stroommotor. Ze hebben natuurlijk 50% van de kracht moeten uit elektromotor en accu komen."

An electric motor is a part that uses electricity to make the car move instead of gas or diesel.

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accu

"Ze hebben natuurlijk 50% van de kracht moeten uit elektromotor en accu komen. Maar die accu, ja. Iedereen gaat leeg, hè?"

A battery is a part that stores electricity so the car can use it to drive.

Concept

waterstofauto

"Dat ding, dat is die waterstofauto. Die was hartstikke duur."

A waterstofauto is a car that runs on hydrogen instead of gasoline or electricity. It uses hydrogen to make power and doesn't pollute the air.

Car

Toyota Mirai

"En met die mirai natuurlijk hetzelfde,"

The Toyota Mirai is a car that runs on hydrogen instead of gasoline or batteries. It makes electricity from hydrogen and only releases water, so it's very clean for the environment.

Car

Honda Nsx

"een eentje die mij wel opviel, een gloepnieuwe Honda NSX die staat op 150.000-euro"

The Honda NSX is a fast and fancy car that uses both a gas engine and electric power to go really quickly. It costs a lot of money because it’s special and has cool technology inside. People talk about it because it’s a mix of speed and smart design.

Car

Ford F150

"Voor de collectibles gereden een Ford F-150 Raptor. Dat is wel"

The Ford F-150 is a big truck that can carry heavy things and drive on rough roads. The Raptor is a special version that’s extra strong and good for off-road adventures. People like it because it’s tough and fun to drive.

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