2013 Audi RS 5

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Rating8.7

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Compact Coupe
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$68,900 - $77,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Responsive brake pedal and zippy acceleration

Small interior storage places

All new model

Inspiring driving dynamics

Compromised second-row legroom

Well-built and refined interior design

Shorter range due to small fuel tank

Specs & Features

$68,900

price

450 hp @ 8250 rpm

horsepower

317 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

TBD

transmission

4.2L 8cyl AWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact coupe segment, the 2013 Audi RS 5 is a direct competitor to the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 Coupe, and the BMW M3. With standalone trim, the RS 5 carries an MSRP of $68,900. It is offered with a 4.2L V8 engine and a 7-speed automated dual-clutch manual transmission, producing 450 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the RS 5 manages a 0-60 of 4.5 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 18 MPG.

Buying Advice

The 2013 RS 5 comes with an all-wheel drive. Its well-equipped base trim offers a number of features such as a panoramic sunroof, three-zone automatic climate control, leather heated seats, and more. That said, we think you should still opt for the Driver Assist Package for more safety and driving aids.

Trims

    Base
    $68,900 onwards
    • 19-inch silver forged aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Rear air conditioning with controls
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    • Tilting glass Sunroof

Compare to similar cars

Price

$68,900- $77,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.7

Horsepower

450 hp @ 8250 rpm

Torque

317 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

4

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$38,650- $47,750

Gasoline

7.83

211 hp @ 4300 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

4

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2013 Audi RS 5 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.5 sec12.7 sec174 mph
    2013 Audi TT

    Ranked #2

    5.3 sec14.1 sec130 mph

    2013 Audi RS 5 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      16 mpg23 mpg18 mpg16.1 gal.257.6/370.3 mi.
      2013 Audi TT

      Ranked #1

      22 mpg31 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.319/449.5 mi.

      2013 Audi RS 5 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        183 in.79.5 in.53.8 in.4 in.108.3 in.
        2013 Audi TT

        Ranked #2

        164.5 in.72.5 in.53.2 in.5 in.97.2 in.

        2013 Audi RS 5 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          12.2 cu.ft.-13.2 cu.ft.
          2013 Audi TT

          Ranked #1

          13.1 cu.ft.73.9 cu.ft.24.7 cu.ft.

          2013 Audi RS 5 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            13.2 cu.ft.12.2 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.232 ft.
            2013 Audi TT

            Ranked #2

            74.7 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.24.7 cu.ft.98 ft.

            2013 Audi RS 5 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              882 lbs.4009 lbs.
              2013 Audi TT

              Ranked #1

              772 lbs.3142 lbs.

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