# Audi RS6 (C5) Market Intelligence

> Live inventory, active auctions, and real-time pricing analysis for the Audi RS6 (C5).

### Overview
- **Make:** Audi
- **Model:** RS6
- **Generation:** C5
- **Production Years:** 2002–2004
- **Canonical Market URL:** https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/audi/rs6/c5
- **Data as of:** September 17, 2026 (latest listing update or sale; 2026-09-17T19:14:25.000Z)
- **Source Coverage:** Curated across Bring a Trailer, PCARMARKET, Cars & Bids, and vetted specialist dealers.

## Trailing 12-Month (TTM) Market Performance
- **Active Live Inventory:** 0 verified cars available
- **Active Live Auctions:** 0 live auctions with open bidding
- **12-Month Confirmed Benchmark Sales:** 7 completed transactions

## Factory Specifications
- **Vehicle Model:** Audi RS6 (C5)
- **Production Era:** 2002-2004 (2003 model year in North America)
- **Total Volume:** 7,562 standard units globally (4,815 Avants and 2,747 Sedans) plus 999 RS6 Plus; ~1,200-1,435 Sedans in North America
- **Engine Architecture:** 4.2-liter BCY 40-valve DOHC biturbo V8 with Cosworth-cast heads
- **Output Range:** 444 hp @ 5,700-6,400 rpm, 413 lb-ft torque @ 1,950-5,600 rpm (473 hp Plus)
- **Layout:** Longitudinal front-engine, permanent quattro all-wheel drive
- **Transmission:** 5-speed ZF 5HP24A automatic with paddle shifters
- **Suspension:** Diagonally linked hydraulic Dynamic Ride Control (DRC)
- **Brakes:** 8-piston Brembo front monobloc calipers with 365 mm floating discs

## Sales Ledger Preview
Showing the 5 most recent of 8 recorded sales (last 12 months).

| Date | Vehicle / Spec | Gearbox | Mileage | Sold Price | Marketplace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | C5 RS6 | Automatic | 84,000 mi | $16,750 | Bring a Trailer |
| Aug 26, 2026 | C5 RS6 | Automatic | 91,000 mi | $15,250 | Bring a Trailer |
| May 21, 2026 | C5 RS6 | Automatic | 144,000 mi | $10,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Apr 21, 2026 | C5 RS6 | Automatic | 124,000 mi | $10,500 | Bring a Trailer |
| Dec 17, 2025 | C5 RS6 | Manual | 161,000 mi | $14,000 | Bring a Trailer |

## 12-Month Median Sold Price by Variant
| Variant | Sales | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| C5 RS6 | 7 | $14,000 |

## Market Memory (Last 12 Months)
- **Benchmark Sales:** 7 completed transactions (1 non-factory build excluded)
- **Earlier Sales on Record:** 18 since 2022

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the current market price of an Audi RS6 (C5)?

For the RS6 C5 RS6, the median sale price over the trailing 12 months on GarageScout is $14,000.

### How many Audi RS6 (C5) examples are currently for sale?

As of September 17, 2026, there are no verified Audi RS6 (C5) examples actively listed across monitored specialist dealers or auctions. Enthusiasts can start a GarageScout Hunt to be alerted the moment a matching example hits the market.

### How many Audi RS6 (C5) cars sold in the last 12 months?

GarageScout recorded 7 sales of the Audi RS6 (C5) in the trailing 12 months, counting confirmed sales only. Restomods, gearbox conversions and sales priced like deposits or placeholders are left out.

### Where do Audi RS6 (C5) cars sell?

Of the 7 sales GarageScout recorded in the trailing 12 months, 6 on Bring a Trailer and 1 on Cars & Bids.

### Where does GarageScout's Audi RS6 (C5) market data come from?

GarageScout's Audi RS6 (C5) figures come from the listings and sales it has recorded on Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids and PCARMARKET. Repeat sales of one car matched by VIN count once, and a median sale price is stated only where 3 or more sales in the trailing 12 months back it.

## Related Markets

- **Generations:** [C6](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/audi/rs6/c6), [C8](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/audi/rs6/c8)
- **C5 variants:** [RS6 C5 RS6](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/audi/rs6/c5/c5-rs6)
- **Model:** [All Audi RS6 markets](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/audi/rs6)
- **Make:** [All Audi markets](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/audi)

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*Data synthesized by GarageScout Market Intelligence. Preserving vehicle market memory across enthusiast auctions, specialist dealers, and private sales.*