Petrol
2018 Audi RS 5
The 2018 Audi RS 5 is a sedan. It has a 2.9-litre turbocharged six-cylinder engine producing 450 hp (336 kW), with an 8-speed automated manual and all-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 3.9 seconds and top speed is 174 mph (280 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2018 AUDI RS 5
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed August 17, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Audi | Model | RS 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2018 | Version / Trim | Audi 2018 RS 5 |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Ibis White, Glacier White Metallic, Mythos Black Metallic, Florett Silver Metallic, Daytona Gray Pearl Effect, Nardo Gray, Misano Red Pearl Effect, Tango Red Metallic, Navarra Blue Metallic, Ara Blue Crystal Effect, Sepang Blue Pearl Effect, Individual Colours available |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Germany |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | Transmission | Automatic (AM-S8) |
| Engine | 2.9L 6-cyl Turbo | Engine Size | 2,900 cc |
| Power | 450 hp / 336 kW | Torque | 600 Nm / 443 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 3.9 sec | Top Speed | 174 mph (280 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 18 mpg city / 26 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,740 kg (3,836 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2018 SEDANS
Compared with other 2018 sedans in our database, its 450 hp is 58% more than the average 2018 sedan (284 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 2.3 seconds quicker than average.
| 2018 Audi RS 5 | Average 2018 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 450 hp | 284 hp (92 cars) | +58% |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 391 Nm (92 cars) | +53% |
| 0–60 mph | 3.9 s | 6.2 s (93 cars) | -37% |
| Top speed | 174 mph | 141 mph (93 cars) | +24% |
| Kerb weight | 1,740 kg | 1,617 kg (100 cars) | +8% |
| Engine size | 2,900 cc | 2,556 cc (89 cars) | +13% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2018 sedans with similar power to the 2018 Audi RS 5.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Audi RS 5 | 450 hp | 3.9 s | 1,740 kg |
| 2018 BMW 750i | 445 hp | 4.5 s | 2,030 kg |
| 2018 Tesla Model S 100D | 416 hp | 2.7 s | 2,069 kg |
| 2018 Bentley Mulsanne | 505 hp | 5.1 s | 2,685 kg |
| 2018 Ferrari California T | 552 hp | 3.8 s | 1,735 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Memory Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Navigation System
Head-Up Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Automatic Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
360-Degree Camera
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Sunroof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Adaptive Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start