Among the 12 saloons plug-in hybrid 2024–2028, the RS 5 Sedan ranks 7th of 12 in Electric WLTP range (78 km, behind the Mercedes C 300 de Estate), 11th of 12 in Combined range (570 km, behind the Mercedes C 400 e 4MATIC Limousine), 11th of 12 in Thermal cons. estimated (9.8 L/100, behind the Mercedes C 300 de 4MATIC T-Modell), 6th of 12 in 0–100 km/h (3.7 s, behind the Mercedes AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE).
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RS 5 Sedan
639 hp, 78 km electric range, 3,7 s 0-100 : among the 12 saloons plug-in hybrid 2024–2028, the RS 5 Sedan ranks 7th of 12 in Electric WLTP range, 11th of 12 in Combined range, 11th of 12 in Thermal cons. estimated, 6th of 12 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
639hp
825 Nm · 95 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
3.7s
VMax 250 km/h
Total range
570km
of which 78 km elec
Battery + Tank
22kWh
+ 48 L tank
Technical identity card
Full specifications Audi RS 5 Sedan
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
| Displacement | 2,894 cm³ |
| Puissance électrique | 95 hp |
| Combined power | 639 hp |
| Couple | 825 Nm |
| Gearbox | Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique |
| Transmission | Integrale (AWD) |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 22 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 78 km |
| Charge AC max | 11 kW |
| Conso élec WLTP | 18.4 kWh/100km |
| Petrol cons. WLTP | 4.3 L/100km |
| Conso thermique | 9.8 L/100km |
| Tank | 48 L |
| EV range motorway | 96 km |
| Total range motorway | 570 km |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 3,7 s |
| VMax | 250 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,896 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,906 mm |
| Width | 1,952 mm |
| Height | 1,428 mm |
| Boot | 331 L |
| Kerb weight | 2,355 kg |
| Cd | 0.34 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 98 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 12 saloons plug-in hybrid, the RS 5 Sedan combines two vehicles in one: an electric sedan for urban use (mid-table), a petrol tourer for long distances. Caralogy puts the RS 5 Sedan through its paces: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
Home-to-office commute up to 60 km in pure electric. Overnight charging is sufficient.
Less suitable for
Regular long motorway trips. Once the 78 km EV range is used up, the car runs on pure combustion at 9.8 L/100, versus 9,1 L/100 km (HEV segment median, N=8). Beyond ~940 km without intermediate charging, an equivalent segment HEV becomes more cost-efficient.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Electric WLTP range, the Mercedes C 300 de Estate (1st with 96 km) takes the lead. If the priority is Combined range, the Mercedes C 400 e 4MATIC Limousine (1st with 1003 km) takes the lead.
In the city: 78 km pure electric (mid-table)
With a full battery, the RS 5 Sedan drives in pure electric mode for the first 78 km WLTP - placing it 7th of 12 in Electric WLTP range, behind the Mercedes C 300 de Estate (96 km). In urban and peri-urban use, the RS 5 Sedan behaves like a pure electric sedan in its segment.
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Breakeven point
PHEV vs HEV: when combustion takes back the lead
En dessous de ≈ 940 km par trajet, la RS 5 Sedan roule moins cher que le HEV médian du segment. Au-delà, le thermique reprend l’avantage.
Segment positioning
Where the RS 5 Sedan stands against saloons plug-in hybrid
Comparison across 12 saloons plug-in hybrid marketed between 2024–2028.
Electric WLTP range7e / 12
78 km
Min 11 km · Mercedes AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE EstateMax 96 km · Mercedes C 300 de Estate
Combined range11e / 12
570 km
Min 560 km · Audi RS 5 AvantMax 1 003 km · Mercedes C 400 e 4MATIC Limousine
Thermal cons. estimated11e / 12
9.75 L/100
Min 9.9 L/100 · Audi RS 5 AvantMax 5.5 L/100 · Mercedes C 300 de 4MATIC T-Modell
0–100 km/h6e / 12
3,7 s
Min 6,3 s · Mercedes C 300 de EstateMax 3,4 s · Mercedes AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
M340i xDrive382 hp · 0-100 4.4 s
M440i Gran Coupé374 hp · 0-100 5.0 s
330e292 hp · 0-100 5.8 s
330e Touring292 hp · 0-100 5.9 s
Cross-energy alternatives
Same needs, different powertrain.
Model family
The full Audi RS 5 9F range
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Frequently asked questions
Audi RS 5 Sedan: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
78 km WLTP announced - making it the 7th of 12 in autonomie du segment out of 12 models. The reference is the Mercedes C 300 de Estate (96 km).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Mercedes C 300 de Estate leads in Electric WLTP range (96 km vs 78 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the RS 5 Sedan vs Mercedes C 300 de Estate duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.