AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 43 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
72%
Total Tests (2024)
43
Avg Mileage
25,261 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,337
Is the 2021 AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 10 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the AUDI brand average of 90%.
At 3 years old, 72% of AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 43 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 25,261 miles.
How does the 2021 AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A has 25,261 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A by Year
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About the 2021 AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A
The 2021 AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A is a premium performance with a 2894cc petrol engine. 43 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 100% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 25,261 miles at 3 years old, AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A Fuel Costs
The 2894cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,337 (£195/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 72% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2021 AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. Note: with only 43 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2021 AUDI RS 5 VORSPRUNG TFSI QUATTRO A
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BMW 5 SERIES (2019) 92% pass rate (+20%) from 33,766 tests
- BMW X3 (2019) 92% pass rate (+20%) from 32,937 tests
- FORD RANGER (2021) 90% pass rate (+18%) from 32,078 tests
- MERCEDES GLC (2019) 93% pass rate (+21%) from 30,341 tests