2013 Audi RS5 Coupe for Sale With 87,800 MilesAutoblogKyle EdwardMon, September 14, 2026 at 12:12 PM UTCAdd us on GoogleAutoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.The first-generation Audi RS5 is one of the last naturally aspirated performance Audis, a high-revving V8 coupe with Quattro all-wheel drive. This 2013 example is a one-owner car in Daytona Gray with extensive recent service. It sits on Cars and Bids at $12,200 with four days to go.2013 Audi RS5 CoupeCars & BidsWhat it's worth right nowThe naturally aspirated RS5 has become an appreciating enthusiast favorite as its V8 grows rarer. According to Classic.com and current listings, first-generation RS5 coupes generally trade from the mid $20,000s into the high $30,000s depending on mileage and condition, with higher-mileage examples landing in the lower part of that range.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe engine, the history, and the service support the value, tempered by a couple of factors. A one-owner, well-maintained RS5 is exactly what enthusiasts want, but the higher mileage, a past accident, and the platform's rod-bearing reputation temper it. Fair value lands at $24,000 to $36,000, with $29,000 the most likely close.2013 Audi RS5 CoupeCars & BidsCondition and detailsThe engine is the star. The 4.2-liter naturally aspirated V8 revs to a screaming 8,250-rpm redline and produces 450 horsepower, driving all four wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and Quattro, a genuinely special powertrain that no turbocharged rival can replicate.2013 Audi RS5 CoupeCars & BidsThe ownership and service are strengths. It is a one-owner car, leased new and later bought out, with extensive recent work including control arms, a carbon cleaning, spark plugs, and its 95,000-mile service, much of it done at dealerships.2013 Audi RS5 CoupeCars & BidsA couple of points warrant attention. The Carfax notes a December 2020 incident in which the front bumper and splitter were replaced after hitting road debris, and the 4.2 FSI V8 is known for rod-bearing wear at higher mileage, so an oil analysis or inspection is worthwhile, along with noting the interior wear.2013 Audi RS5 CoupeCars & BidsAdvertisementAdvertisementThe offerSpecificationDetailMakeAudiModelRS5 CoupeYear2013Mileage87,800 milesEngine4.2-liter V8Power450 hp and 317 lb.ft of torqueTransmission7-speed dual-clutch automaticDrive typeAll-wheel driveExterior colorDaytona Gray Pearl EffectInterior colorBlackCurrent bid$12,200, with four days leftInterested in this 2013 Audi RS5 Coupe? View the listing here.What makes the RS5 uniqueThe first-generation RS5 arrived as the high-performance flagship of the A5 coupe line, and its defining feature is its engine. In an era when almost every performance car had turned to turbocharging, Audi gave the RS5 a 4.2-liter naturally aspirated V8 that revs to an extraordinary 8,250 rpm, shares its architecture with the R8 supercar, and delivers its power with a linear, high-revving intensity and a spine-tingling soundtrack. Paired with Quattro all-wheel drive and a sport differential, it offers genuine all-weather, all-season performance with a level of engine character that has become increasingly rare.2013 Audi RS5 CoupeCars & BidsThat naturally aspirated V8, combined with understated good looks and everyday usability, is exactly what makes the RS5 such an appealing and increasingly collectible performance Audi. As the industry has fully embraced turbocharging and electrification, enthusiasts have come to prize these high-revving, naturally aspirated engines all the more, and clean examples are steadily appreciating as a result.My takeThis is a genuinely appealing RS5, and the engine is the whole reason to want one. The high-revving naturally aspirated 4.2 V8 is a special, increasingly rare powerplant, the one-owner history and extensive recent service inspire confidence, and the Daytona Gray over black is a handsome, understated combination. As an appreciating analog-engine performance car, it has real long-term appeal.AdvertisementAdvertisementFair value sits at $24,000 to $36,000, with $29,000 the most likely result, and the crux is the past accident and rod-bearing risk rather than the driving experience. Before bidding, review the repair from the road-debris incident, have the rod bearings assessed or an oil analysis performed, and get a specialist inspection. Handle that, and this is a rare, characterful, naturally aspirated performance Audi.Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. We are not a dealership or broker. All vehicle specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. We are not responsible for typographical errors, omissions, or the accuracy of the provided information. Please verify all details directly with the seller.Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.This story was originally published by Autoblog on Sep 14, 2026, where it first appeared in the Car Buying section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
