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| RS | S5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Audi | Audi |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Monthly payment | — | — |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Fuel economy | 16.0 mpg | 23.0 mpg |
| CO₂ emissions | 386 g/mi–546 g/mi | 386 g/mi |
| Annual maintenance cost | — | — |
Common-issue data is not available yet.
The EA839 3.0T V6 vacuum-actuated water pump internal seal can fail, allowing coolant to leak into the vacuum-control system on 2019-2024 Audi S5 models. The first symptom is typically a coolant-level warning, followed by coolant residue on switching valve N649; it may also trigger P0299 turbo under-boost and 'Drivetrain Malfunction' warnings, creating a risk of sudden power loss while driving. Audi issued TSBs MC-10245526-0001 and MC-10172894-0001 acknowledging the coolant pump leak issue.
Audi RS and Audi S5 suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.
The models use different powertrains: RS — Hybrid; S5 — Gasoline. The better choice depends on your daily route and access to charging.
The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.
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