Audi RS 5 B9
A sophisticated all-weather grand tourer with twin-turbocharged V6 punch.
- Power
- 450 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 3.7 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
About the Audi RS 5 B9
The B9-generation Audi RS 5 Coupé marked a significant departure for the model, replacing the high-revving naturally aspirated V8 of its predecessor with a 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 developed in collaboration with Porsche. Built on the MLB Evo platform, it shed 60kg compared to the B8 generation while gaining a massive 170Nm of torque, delivered much lower in the rev range. The quattro permanent all-wheel-drive system features a self-locking centre differential and an optional sport rear differential for improved agility. While it trades some of the old V8's raw character for refined efficiency and effortless straight-line speed, it remains a formidable, high-tech grand tourer capable of daily use in any climate.
Audi RS 5 B9 specs
The Audi RS 5 B9 produces 450 bhp (336 kW) and 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | RS 5 |
| Generation | B9 |
| Trim | RS 5 Coupé |
| Years | 2017–2024 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Original price | About $70,000 when new |
| Engine | 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,894 cc (2.9 litres) |
| Induction | Twin-turbocharged |
| Power | 450 bhp (336 kW) at 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,700 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 3.7 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,730 kg (3,814 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 260 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Audi RS 5 B9 worth?
Its original price when new was about $70,000.
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Audi RS 5 B9 rarity in CarSpot
The Audi RS 5 B9 is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 42 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
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Audi RS 5 B9 fun facts
- The 2.9-litre V6 engine is a 'Hot V' design, meaning the two turbochargers are placed inside the 90-degree angle of the cylinder banks for better response.
- Unlike the previous generation's dual-clutch gearbox, the B9 RS 5 uses a ZF-sourced 8-speed Tiptronic torque-converter automatic to handle the increased torque.
- The RS 5's wider wheel arches are a design nod to the original 1980 Audi Quattro, extending the body width by 15mm compared to the standard A5.