Audi A5 vs Audi RS5 Sportback
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Audi RS5 Sportback
Overview
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | RS 5 Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50,200 (best) | $79,900 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.8 gal | 15.3 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 444 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 442 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.9 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 36.6 cu ft (best) | 21.8 cu ft |
| Payload | 992 lbs | 1,014 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,090 lbs | 4,079 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in (best) | 111.3 in |
| Length | 190.1 in (best) | 188.3 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 73.5 in (best) |
| Height | 57 in (best) | 55.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A5Premium | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi A5 | Audi RS5 Sportback |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $50,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | RS 5 Hatchback $79,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $52,700 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Prestige $56,700 MSRP | — |