The Audi Coupé was introduced as a liftback coupé variant of the Audi 80 in 1980, featuring bodywork that was identical to the renowned Audi Quattro. A second generation Coupé was unveiled in late 1988, built on the B3 platform of the Audi 80 but with a revised suspension setup to enhance handling and performance. This model was in production until the conclusion of 1996 and led to the creation of the Audi S2 range of high-performance iterations.
In 1991, Audi expanded the Coupé lineup by introducing a convertible version known as the Cabriolet, which retained a similar design language with the Coupé models. The Cabriolet proved to be a popular choice,