2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2013

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2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (10%)

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2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD

11300 mi Bearing in manual transmission failed. Causing oil to leak into clutch. Entire transmission, including clutch, flywheel, and pressure plate replaced under warranty. 

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2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD

66000 mi Car reporting "transmission overheating" few days in a row. Not likely to actually overheating. Research showed it is known issue caused by transmission fluid leaking into transmission electronics. Went away by itself for now. 

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2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD

50090 mi Clutch Master Cylinder leaking, replaced for free under Audi good will warranty despite car being 18 months out of warranty. 

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2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Convertible

450-horsepower 4.2L V8 7-speed automated manual AWD

Transmission coolant line located too close to firewall and was transmitting vibrations into cabin when at idle. Was repositioned and problem resolved. 
4000 mi Transmission pressure sensor leaking - replaced under warranty. 

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2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Transmission Problems

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