2018 Audi RS5 Coupe
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- Photo: Audi RS5 Sportback 5F FL IMG 8131 by Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Audi RS 5 Coupe Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2018 Audi RS5 TFSi Quattro Auto ABT RS5-R by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2023 Audi RS5 Carbon Black TFSi Quattro Auto 2 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Audi RS 5 Coupe Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2018 Audi RS5 Coupe is a 444-hp 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 coupe with an 8-speed tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $69,900 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 444 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 443 lb-ft of torque at 1900-5000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The RS5 measures 186.0 inches long on a 108.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,990 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $69,900 |
| MSRP with Destination | $70,875 |
| Destination Charge | $975 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.9L V6 TFSI, twin-turbocharged, DOHC |
| Displacement | 2.9 L |
| Horsepower | 444 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 443 lb-ft @ 1900-5000 rpm |
| Bore and Stroke | 84.5 x 86.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | TFSI direct injection, biturbo |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | quattro all-wheel drive with sport differential |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed Tiptronic automatic |
| 1st Gear | 5 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.2 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.143 |
| 4th Gear | 1.72 |
| 5th Gear | 1.313 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.823 |
| 8th Gear | 0.64 |
| Reverse | 3.478 |
| Final Drive | 3.304 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 15.3 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Five-link independent, RS fixed sport suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link independent, RS fixed sport suspension |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 14.8 x 1.34 in (375mm) ventilated, 6-piston fixed caliper |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.0 in (330mm) ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19x9 in |
| Wheels Rear | 19x9 in |
| Tires Front | 265/35R19 |
| Tires Rear | 265/35R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 186 in |
| Width | 73.3 in |
| Height | 53.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.9 in |
| Front Track | 62.9 in |
| Rear Track | 62.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,990 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2018 Audi RS5 2 DR AWD).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Audi RS5. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 10, 2021 · SEATS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe, 2019 RS5 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, and Audi S5 Sportback vehicles. The cable connecting the seat heater to the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) may have a contact fault, causing the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
Consequence: A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74E3. This recall is an expansion of Recall 19V-547 (74D9). Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-547 will need to return for the new remedy.
NHTSA campaign 21V874000
Dec 9, 2020 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Coupe vehicles. An incorrect positive battery terminal cover was installed.
Consequence: In the event of a rear crash, the incorrect cover can cause the 12-volt power supply to be compromised, preventing the vehicle doors from being opened from the outside, or the hazard warning lights from functioning, increasing risk of injury.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive terminal cover, free of charge. The recall began January 19, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 27i6.
NHTSA campaign 20V760000
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 2018 Audi RS5
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Audi RS5. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2018 AUDI RS5. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.