Audi A5 RS5 (10 on) - Review

Strangely the Audi A5 hasn’t been tested by EuroNCAP in any way shape or form – coupe, cabriolet, Sportback. However it’s safe to assume that Audi has done some extensive testing, and the RS5 is just as safe as any other car in its range, even if you are likely to be travelling faster than much of them for most of the time.

As mentioned Quattro four-wheel drive is standard on both the Coupe and Cabriolet RS5 as is stability control, hill-start assist and a torque-vectoring system. Opt for the open car and there’s an active roll-over protection system to protect rear passengers as well.

Otherwise the RS5 can be specified with active cruise control and it’s worth noting side airbags can’t be had with the optional bucket seats. There's also ISOFIX mounts for child seats in the rear.

On the whole reliability is strong for the brand, so there’s no reason to expect Audi RS5 reliability to be anything different. Certainly there have been no major problems with the A5 in general, and the 4.2-litre V8 engine has been used in the R8 supercar without any issues.