NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2021 Audi RS 5 Sportback
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Audi RS 5 Sportback is a high-performance fastback sedan sitting at the top of Audi's mid-size sport coupe lineup. Blending aggressive styling with genuine four-door practicality, it targets driving enthusiasts who refuse to compromise daily usability for performance. With its twin-turbocharged engine and Quattro all-wheel drive, it competes in a rarefied segment of sport sedans that prioritize driver engagement above all else.
The 2021 Audi RS 5 Sportback earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 100 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
Reviewers generally regard the RS 5 Sportback as one of the most well-rounded performance sedans in its class, praising its combination of everyday refinement and sharp driving dynamics. The interior quality and all-weather capability are frequently highlighted as strengths, though some reviewers note the driving experience, while deeply capable, can feel more composed than viscerally exciting compared to some rivals.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15595
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.