Is the Audi RS 5 a good car?

Yes — the Audi RS 5 is a strong choice if you want a used performance coupe with consistently high owner satisfaction across the model years in the data. The all-generations owner rating is 4.85/5 across every model year in the data.

24.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi RS 5 models reliable?

Owners consistently give the Audi RS 5 top marks, with model-year ratings staying in a very high range across the years in the data. That strong owner feedback points to a car that many shoppers feel good about living with over time.

• Owners rate the Audi RS 5 between 4.5 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by focusing on vehicle history, maintenance records, and the condition of the specific car you’re considering.

What should I look for when buying a used Audi RS 5?

Across all model years, at 69.2% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2018 models.

What Audi RS 5 do most buyers choose?

The Audi RS 5 years with the most listings are 2019, 2018, and 2014.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shopper attention because you have more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, mileage, and condition. They also give you a broader set of pricing options to evaluate.

Should I buy a used Audi RS 5 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Sweet-spot year: The 2019 model has the most listings.

If you're buying used today, the 2019 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the newest version, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.