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2019 Audi RS 5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The big change for 2019 is the arrival of the four-door RS 5 Sportback alongside the two-door coupe. Audi also makes several previously optional cabin technology features standard on both body styles.
About the 2019 Audi RS 5
2nd generation (B9 RS 5), launched for 2018 as a coupe; 2019 is the first US year with the Sportback and the last pre-refresh year before the 2021 styling and infotainment update.
Audi positions the RS 5 as the high-performance top tier of the A5 family: a car that mixes serious speed with a polished cabin, all-weather traction, and real day-to-day usability. The coupe delivers the classic sport-coupe shape, while the Sportback adds cargo access and extra practicality without changing the drivetrain or equipment. Compared with rivals that lean harder into rear-drive drama, the RS 5’s identity is fast, secure, and easy to live with year-round.
Audi positions the 2019 RS 5 as the high-performance member of the A5 family, combining strong performance with premium comfort and everyday usefulness. Both body styles have a 444-hp twin-turbo V6, quattro all-wheel drive, sport suspension, heated sport seats with massage, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. The coupe emphasizes its two-door shape, while the four-door Sportback provides easier passenger and cargo access.
What changed, by category
Structural
The four-door RS 5 Sportback joins the U.S. lineup alongside the two-door coupe, expanding the range with easier rear-seat and cargo access.
Tech
The 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, navigation system, MMI touch controls, and Audi phone box become standard equipment on both body styles.
2019 Audi RS 5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Twin Turbo, 2.9 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 17–18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26–27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 444 hp |
| Torque | 443 lb-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 32.7–35.1 in |
| Seats | 4–5 |
| Doors | 2–4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Remote Start | |
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest difference between the 2019 and 2018 Audi RS 5?
The biggest difference is that the 2019 RS 5 adds a four-door Sportback alongside the coupe. It also makes the digital instrument cluster, navigation system, MMI touch controls, and Audi phone box standard.
Was the 2019 Audi RS 5 fully redesigned?
No, the 2019 RS 5 was not fully redesigned. It remains part of the second generation introduced for 2018, with a new Sportback body style and more standard cabin technology for 2019.
Did the 2019 Audi RS 5 engine change from 2018?
No, the core powertrain carries over. Both the coupe and Sportback use a 444-hp twin-turbo V6, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and quattro all-wheel drive.
What technology became standard on the 2019 Audi RS 5?
The 2019 RS 5 makes its 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, navigation system, MMI touch controls, and Audi phone box standard equipment.
Does the 2019 Audi RS 5 come as a coupe or a Sportback?
The 2019 RS 5 comes in both forms in the U.S. The coupe has two doors, while the newly added Sportback has four doors and easier access to its rear seats and cargo area.
2019 Audi RS 5 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Audi RS 5.
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2019 Audi RS 5
(38 reviews)
“It is the perfect daily sports car. An extraordinary mix between performance and luxury.”
“Be careful, when you look down, you often will be going a lot faster than you think by how smooth and quick the car is!”