Audi A5 RS5 (10 on) - Review

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Last Updated: 16 Apr 2013
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Back in 1984 Audi launched the Audi Sport Quattro – a car that would shape the very essence of the company and the cars it’s produced ever since. The intervening years have seen the hot RS brand grow to become an entity in its own right, and it’s the Audi RS5 that is the quattro’s spiritual successor.

3 out of 5

Buying new

There's little chance of getting a discount on an RS5 since they’re generally in such high demand, and Audi is happy to keep numbers limited. Standard kit is generous, so there’s no need to add any options.

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Depreciation

New price range

£59,350 - £68,985

1 year price range

£40,900 - £41,221

3 year price range

£29,077 - £29,291

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3 out of 5

Buying used

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Used car experts reckon the RS5 will retain about 44% of its original value after three years/60,000 miles, which compares favourably with the BMW M3 Coupe (38%) and the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG (32%).

It’s a performance car the RS5, so have a good look at the tyres, brake discs and brake pads for signs of hard use – plenty will have had it. For any cars nearing the end of their manufacturer warranty it’s worth making sure the car has had regular servicing, either at a dealer or respected specialist.

And as ever, get a Parkers Car History Check to ensure there’s no hidden past.

See 7 used Audi A5 RS5s for sale, starting at £37,990

4 out of 5

Selling

You won't have any problems selling your RS5 on. It should be a sought-after car and as long as your RS5 has a service history, is well maintained and has a fairly low mileage it will be snapped up straightaway.