2022 Audi RS 5 Coupe
2022 Audi RS 5 Review
- Strong acceleration from the turbocharged V6
- Confident and capable handling
- Well-finished cabin with excellent infotainment interface
- Surprisingly comfortable ride
- Sophisticated all-wheel-drive system can make the handling feel artificial
- Powerful engine lacks character
- Limited cabin storage and rear headroom
- Costly options required to experience it at its best
- Some option packages get reshuffled
- Part of the second RS 5 generation introduced for 2018
High-performance luxury coupes may not be as popular as they once were, but the Audi RS 5 keeps the dream alive. Along with its rivals the BMW M4 and Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63, the RS 5 offers abundant horsepower in a cozy two-door package. A Sportback variant is also available with two extra doors and a roomier back seat.
Fresh off a midcycle update for 2021, the RS 5 soldiers on into 2022 with few changes. That refresh brought revised exterior styling and a new 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The RS 5 still packs a turbocharged V6 that cranks out 444 horsepower routed to all four wheels via Audi's Quattro all-wheel-drive system. In either two- or four-door guise, the RS 5 is a hoot to drive, though it's not quite as engaging as its German rivals. Get all the details in our Expert Rating below.
2022 Audi RS 5 Coupe pricing
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Which RS 5 does Edmunds recommend?
Audi RS 5 models
The 2022 Audi RS 5 is a high-performance model sitting above the A5 and S5, but its power and looks elevate it to a stand-alone model. There is only one trim choice, in either RS 5 coupe or RS 5 Sportback form. Both are powered by the same 2.9-liter turbocharged V6 engine (444 horsepower, 442 lb-ft of torque) driving through an eight-speed automatic transmission and Quattro all-wheel-drive system. Audi does offer a number of option packages for customers wanting to add equipment to the already extensive standard features list.
2022 Audi RS 5 Coupe Features & Specs
- Total MSRP
- $76,995
- MPG & Fuel
- 18 City / 25 Hwy / 21 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 15.3 gal. capacity
- Seating
- 4 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: all wheel drive
- Transmission: 8-speed shiftable automatic
- Engine
- V6 cylinder
- Horsepower: 444 hp @ 5700 rpm
- Torque: 442 lb-ft @ 1900 rpm
- Basic Warranty
- 4 yr./ 50000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 185.9 in. / Height: 54.0 in.
- Overall Width with Mirrors: 79.9 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 73.5 in.
- Curb Weight: 3990 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 11.6 cu.ft.
Safety
Our experts’ favorite RS 5 safety features:
- Audi Pre Sense City
- Detects if a front collision is likely and warns you if you don't react quickly enough. Can also apply the brakes automatically.
- Audi Active Lane Assist
- Warns if you begin drifting out of your lane without signaling and nudges you back in line if you don't react.
- Audi Side Assist
- Informs you if vehicles are in your blind spots and audibly warns you if you attempt to change lanes.
Audi RS 5 vs. the competition
2022 Audi RS 5
2022 BMW M4
Audi RS 5 vs. BMW M4
Questionable Bavarian design choices aside, the BMW M4 is the Audi RS 5's top rival. The base M4 comes standard with rear-wheel drive, but you get all-wheel drive when you step up to the M4 Competition, along with a performance boost to 503 horsepower. There's no four-door hatchback M4 Gran Coupe, but the M3 is essentially the same car in sedan form. The ride is on the stiffer side, but the trade-off is a livelier driving experience compared to the RS 5.
Audi RS 5 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The AMG C 63 is another longtime rival of the RS 5. Unlike the Audi or BMW, which both come with turbocharged six-cylinders, the C 63 packs a twin-turbo V8 engine good for 469 hp standard or 503 hp in C 63 S trim. And with V8 power comes V8 torque, which is available low in the rev range. The C 63 is only available in rear-wheel drive, and it's a better driver's car for it. You'll be more engaged driving the AMG than the RS 5, but that might not be something you want in bumper-to-bumper traffic.
Audi RS 5 vs. Audi RS 7
With two four-door hatchback RS cars to choose from, you might be wondering if you should go for the Audi RS 5 Sportback or upgrade to the Audi RS 7. If you can afford to make the jump, the RS 7 is worth every penny you'd spend over the RS 5's price. It's more spacious and more comfortable and it's an exceptional driver's car. The RS 7's twin-turbo V8 makes 591 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque, and offers a broad power band while remaining easy to drive, even in slow-moving traffic.
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FAQ
Is the Audi RS 5 a good car?
What's new in the 2022 Audi RS 5?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Audi RS 5:
- Some option packages get reshuffled
- Part of the second RS 5 generation introduced for 2018
Is the Audi RS 5 reliable?
Is the 2022 Audi RS 5 a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2022 Audi RS 5?
The least-expensive 2022 Audi RS 5 is the 2022 Audi RS 5 2dr Coupe AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $75,900.
Other versions include:
- 2dr Coupe AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $75,900
