2019 Audi RS5Sportback
Deal Analysis
Standard · 4/6/2026You're looking at a 2019 Audi RS5 Sportback asking $109,005, and this deal scores 0.1 out of 100—a strong pass. The core issue is straightforward: you're being asked to pay 120% above market rate.
Comparable RS5 Sportbacks are selling for a median of $49,625. This asking price sits $59,380 above that benchmark, which is not a negotiation gap—it's a fundamental valuation problem. The market data is consistent and clear: there's no comparable vehicle anywhere near $109,000. Even accounting for mileage management strategies or dealer positioning, this spread is indefensible.
The depreciation picture reinforces the problem. The car's book value sits at $38,000, and the ECH depreciation curve shows this 2019 model has already shed the majority of its value. You're not buying a stable asset; you're buying a car that's already five years into its decline cycle at a price that ignores that reality.
On the positive side, the recall history is clean—no open safety issues—and the dealer hasn't flagged any mechanical red flags. Annual maintenance will run roughly $2,500, which is expected for an RS5. But these operational positives don't offset the valuation problem.
Your next move is non-negotiable: walk away from this asking price or demand a concrete explanation for the $59,000 premium. If the dealer won't justify it or won't negotiate meaningfully toward market, move on. Better deals exist.
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