2013 Audi RS 5 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

16.1gal · 61 L

The 2013 Audi RS 5 has a fuel tank capacity of 16.1 gallons (61 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 370 highway miles or 258 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

16.1 gal · Smaller than 71% of 2013 models we list.

Highway range
370 mi
City range
258 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
18 MPG
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars

2013 Audi RS 5 fuel tank capacity by trim

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
quattro 2dr Convertible AWD 4.2L 8cyl 7AM · AWD MPG 16 / 23Range 258 / 370 mi 4.2L 8cyl 7AM AWD 16.1 gal61 L 16 / 23 258 / 370 mi
quattro 2dr Coupe AWD 4.2L 8cyl 7AM · AWD MPG 16 / 23Range 258 / 370 mi 4.2L 8cyl 7AM AWD 16.1 gal61 L 16 / 23 258 / 370 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2013 Audi RS 5 goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 18 MPG, a full 16.1-gallon tank covers about 290 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full16.1370258
3/412.1278193
1/28.1185129
1/44.09364
1/82.04632

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 833 gallons, roughly 52 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
18 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
480 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
4 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2013 Audi RS 5

$85.01 to fill the 16.1-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
16.1 galPremium$5.28$85.01$63.76

By region, 16.1-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$79.37
Midwest$5.37$86.46
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$73.58
Rocky Mountain$5.12$82.43
West Coast$6.08$97.89
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$102.40

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 16.1-gallon tank$85.01
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$4,400

Starts at the US average for premium; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

RS 5 tank size in other years

2013 is the first RS 5 model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2021 RS 5 15.3 gal 383 mi
2019 RS 5 15.3 gal 413 mi
2018 RS 5 15.3 gal 398 mi
2015 RS 5 16.1 gal 370 mi
2014 RS 5 16.1 gal 370 mi
2013 RS 5 16.1 gal 370 mi
Audi RS 5 fuel tank by model year

2013 Audi RS 5 vs similar 2013 coupes

At 16.1 gallons, the RS 5's largest tank ranks fourth of the five 2013 coupes compared here. The INFINITI G Convertible carries the most (20.0 gal) and the Volvo C70 the least (15.9 gal).

2013 modelTankLongest highway range
INFINITI G Convertible 20.0 gal 500 mi
Lexus IS 350 C 17.2 gal 464 mi
BMW M3 16.6 gal 332 mi
Audi RS 5 16.1 gal 370 mi
Volvo C70 15.9 gal 445 mi

Other 2013 coupes of a similar size, one model per brand.

2013 Audi RS 5 fuel pump and gauge parts

These are the part numbers the makers list for the 2013 Audi RS 5. Check the fuel system recalls first: recall repairs are free.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2013 Audi RS 5?

The 2013 Audi RS 5 holds 16.1 gallons (61 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2013 Audi RS 5 gas tank hold?

The 2013 Audi RS 5 tank holds 61 liters, or 16.1 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2013 Audi RS 5 go on a full tank?

About 370 miles on the highway and 258 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2013 Audi RS 5 go on a quarter tank?

About 93 highway miles or 64 in town from the 16.1-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2013 Audi RS 5 take?

Premium unleaded (required). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2013 Audi RS 5?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 16.1-gallon tank from empty costs $85.01. It ranges from $73.58 in the Gulf Coast to $102.40 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2013 Audi RS 5?

About 100 pounds for the 16.1-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2013 Audi RS 5 have a bigger gas tank than the Lexus IS 350 C?

No. The 2013 Lexus IS 350 C holds up to 17.2 gallons; the 2013 Audi RS 5 holds up to 16.1.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).

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