Audi RS5 Sportback vs Audi S5
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Audi S5
Overview
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Audi S5Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | RS 5 Hatchback | Premium |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Audi S5Premium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79,900 | $63,300 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Audi S5Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal (best) | 14.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Audi S5Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 444 hp (best) | 362 hp |
| Torque | 442 lb-ft (best) | 406 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.9 L | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Audi S5Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 21.8 cu ft | 37.5 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,014 lbs (best) | 992 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,079 lbs (best) | 4,288 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 111.3 in | 114 in (best) |
| Length | 188.3 in | 190.3 in (best) |
| Width | 73.5 in (best) | 73.2 in |
| Height | 55.1 in | 56.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Audi S5Premium |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RS5 Sportback | Audi S5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | RS 5 Hatchback $79,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $63,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Premium Plus $66,200 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Prestige $70,900 MSRP |