| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
Zippy nature | Small fuel tank results in shorter range than rivals | Kickstarts the second generation with a full-redesign |
Magnificent interior and exterior design | Congested rear-row legroom | |
Intuitive tech interface | Needs bigger cubbies |
$69,900
price444 hp @ 5700 rpm
horsepower443 lb.-ft. @ 1900 rpm
torque8-Speed Automatic w/od
transmission2.9L 6cyl AWD 8A
engine-
basic warrantyCompeting in the compact coupe segment, the 2018 Audi RS 5 Coupe is a direct competitor to the Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63, the BMW M4, and the Lexus RC F. With standalone trim, the RS 5 carries an MSRP of $69,900. It is offered with a 2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, producing 444 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the RS 5 manages a 0-60 of 3.7 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 21 MPG.
The 2018 RS 5 comes equipped with 19-inch wheels, a 10-speaker audio system, heated front seats, leather upholstery, and more. Meanwhile, some of the must have optional packages include the $3,300 RS Driver Assistance Package and the $3,350 Dynamic Package.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Audi RS 5 Ranked #1 | 3.7 sec | 12.2 sec | 174 mph | |||
2018 BMW M4 Ranked #1 | 3.7 sec | 12 sec | 174 mph | |||
2018 Audi S5 Ranked #2 | 4.4 sec | 13.1 sec | 155 mph | |||
2018 Audi TT Ranked #3 | 5.3 sec | 14.2 sec | 130 mph | |||
2018 BMW 4 Series Ranked #4 | 5.5 sec | 14.3 sec | 130 mph |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Audi RS 5 Ranked #4 | 18 mpg | 26 mpg | 21 mpg | 15.3 gal. | - | |||
2018 BMW 4 Series Ranked #1 | 21 mpg | 34 mpg | 27 mpg | 15.8 gal. | 379.2/537.2 mi. | |||
2018 Audi TT Ranked #2 | 23 mpg | 30 mpg | 26 mpg | 14.5 gal. | 333.5/435 mi. | |||
2018 Audi S5 Ranked #3 | 21 mpg | 30 mpg | 24 mpg | 15.3 gal. | 321.3/459 mi. | |||
2018 BMW M4 Ranked #5 | 19 mpg | 29 mpg | 20 mpg | 15.8 gal. | - |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Audi RS 5 Ranked #1 | 185.9 in. | 73.4 in. | 53.5 in. | 5 in. | 108.9 in. | |||
2018 Audi S5 Ranked #2 | 184.7 in. | 79.9 in. | 53.9 in. | 4 in. | 108.8 in. | |||
2018 BMW M4 Ranked #3 | 182.7 in. | 73.6 in. | 54.2 in. | 4.8 in. | 110.6 in. | |||
2018 BMW 4 Series Ranked #4 | 182.6 in. | 71.9 in. | 54.2 in. | 5.1 in. | 110.6 in. | |||
2018 Audi TT Ranked #5 | 164.7 in. | 72.1 in. | 53.2 in. | 5 in. | 98.6 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Audi RS 5 Ranked #1 | 16.5 cu.ft. | 100.6 cu.ft. | 79.2 cu.ft. | |||
2018 Audi S5 Ranked #2 | 11.6 cu.ft. | 116.6 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | |||
2018 Audi TT Ranked #2 | 12 cu.ft. | 63 cu.ft. | 12 cu.ft. | |||
2018 BMW 4 Series Ranked #3 | 15.7 cu.ft. | 125.3 cu.ft. | 41 cu.ft. | |||
2018 BMW M4 Ranked #3 | 15.7 cu.ft. | 125.3 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Audi RS 5 Ranked #1 | 79.2 cu.ft. | 16.5 cu.ft. | 79.2 cu.ft. | 210 ft. | |||
2018 Audi TT Ranked #2 | 57.5 cu.ft. | 12 cu.ft. | 12 cu.ft. | 98 ft. | |||
2018 BMW 4 Series Ranked #3 | 41 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. | 41 cu.ft. | 76 ft. | |||
2018 BMW M4 Ranked #4 | 41 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | 76 ft. | |||
2018 Audi S5 Ranked #5 | 57.5 cu.ft. | 11.6 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | 76 ft. |
Car Name | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Audi RS 5 Ranked #1 | - | 3968 lbs. | |||
2018 Audi S5 Ranked #1 | - | 3836 lbs. | |||
2018 Audi TT Ranked #1 | 838 lbs. | 3164 lbs. | |||
2018 BMW M4 Ranked #1 | 860 lbs. | 3530 lbs. | - | ||
2018 BMW 4 Series Ranked #1 | 790 lbs. | 3495 lbs. |
