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2015 Audi RS 5 consumer reviews

$70,900 starting MSRP
side view of 2015 RS 5 Audi
(8 reviews)
87% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.9
  • Performance 4.9
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.6
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Beast with class

I have had this car for two years now and every time I get into this beast, I am excited to drive. I could have bought the the newer RS5 but I like the trim of this car much better. The V-8 screams for you to push it harder and harder. With 8250 red-line, there is plenty of room for exhilaration and acceleration. Not that it needs it, but there are plenty of upgrades for this car. I started with the exhaust, and it's even meaner now than before. The downshifts in sport mode are a menacing snort that makes other cars take notice. The faster you go, the better the feel and handling tightens up, especially around a sharp wind in the road. It's not the fastest car, but will blow the doors off of just about anything on the road. I get compliments often on this beauty.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Beware of the timing chain on the V8.

Great looking and running car. But beware of the timing chain on the Audi V8. Most aftermarket warranties won't cover it due to the expensive cost to replace. And once it breaks, the car is practically worthless. Do your research on the timing chain before purchasing.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Checks off all the boxes!

I have owned this car Since Nov, 21 and have had no complaints. Take it to an Audi dealership or a European specialized mechanic and get everything up to date. I have had sports cars, Audi, Toyota, Porsche but this is another level. The RS badge makes it special. You notice this the first time you sit in the bolstered leather seats and look over the interior. Then you start it up! This car upon start-up, will always rock(literally), the car jumps to life as if you just unleashed something. Especially a cold-start. And the first time you go stop at a red light and that idiot in his whatever tuned car sits next to you and wants to race. You can even let him get a bit of a head start, and then just feather the gas a bit and your gone; drive in auto manual to really give him the ear exploding experience of that high revving V-8 that will supplant him to your rear view mirror in quick order. Honestly, this car is so pretty, and drives so well, it's a shame to put miles on it. If you want a car that checks off all the boxes, this is the car. It is not just a faster version of the S5, it's a totally different engine. Super car engine with the interior and looks of a special grand tourer. At least for me, I could not miss with this car. Fast, pretty, luxurious, and practical.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Dream car

I've been looking for this car and its specs for a while now. The interior and exterior was clean. The driving experience was everything I anticipated and then some.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Affordable sports car that demands attention

This car is so much fun to drive, you get a TON of car for the price. This met all of my needs as a luxury brand sports car- AWD, fast, sounds great, convertible, advanced tech features, comfortable, and did I say FAST?

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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This is a beast

I?m love with my car. Color is perfect and the interior with carbon fiber trim is amazing. This thing goes 0-60 in 4.3 seconds. Super fast and sounds amazing. A+

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Pristine example of an RS5

This has been a dream to drive. Mildly upgraded for aesthetics. The car looks and rides great! If you're looking for a clean RS5, this is your car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice car but definitely need upgrades

I had this car for over a year and a half. It looks amazing, don't get me wrong. But comfort level in this car is awful. I'm talking primarily about the suspension setting and seats. Suspension is way too stiff. I understand it is a sport coupe but come on, it should be dialed back a bit, or at least they should have included optional air suspension which is BTW available in European models. Seats are way too narrow and are not adjustable. I'm 5'9" and I was never able to find a comfortable position. Besides the looks, positives are acceleration and the sound. This is my 2 cents. Maybe this car will work for you but it didn't for me so I eventually traded it in. Good Luck!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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