DecodedCars2013 Audi RS 5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2013 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- 4.2L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 18 MPG combined, 18% below the 2013 subcompact car average of 22 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 10 similar 2013 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2013 Audi RS 5 is a subcompact car offered with a 4.2L 8-cyl engine and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 23 highway), 18% worse than the 2013 subcompact car average of 22 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS 5 | 4.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | -18% | $4,550 | 480 |
| RS 5 Cabriolet | 4.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -18% | $4,550 | 486 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2013 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2013 Audi RS 5.
Similar 2013 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Audi RS 5 (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2013 Lexus IS | 24 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2013 Maserati GranTurismo | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2013 BMW 6 Series | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2013 Audi S5 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2013 Infiniti G37 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Audi RS 5.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2013 Audi RS 5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2013 Audi RS 5 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Power Train — 5 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Steering — 1 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Engine — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 46,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Audi RS 5. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other RS 5 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →