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The Q5 is the sensible center of Audi's universe. Since its debut in 2008 it has been one of the best-selling luxury SUVs in the world, the kind of car that appears in suburban driveways from New Jersey to Shanghai. Its formula is not complicated: handsome but discreet styling, a beautifully assembled cabin, a comfortable ride and the reassurance of quattro all-wheel drive, all in a size that suits most families.
The second generation, which arrived in 2017, refined the recipe and added the sloped-roof Q5 Sportback, the quick SQ5 and a plug-in hybrid. The newest generation, launched in 2024, moved to a new combustion platform shared with the A5, with mild-hybrid assistance, more screens and a sharper face, and the Q5 Sportback returned alongside it. North American models are built in Mexico, which has put the Q5 at the center of tariff debates.
The Q5 fights the BMW X3, Mercedes GLC, Lexus NX, Volvo XC60, Genesis GV70 and Porsche Macan, as well as the electric Q6 e-tron in Audi's own showroom. Reviewers usually praise its refinement and fault it for lacking excitement, though the SQ5 adds a welcome dose of muscle for those who want it. Owners value it as a dependable all-rounder, and its strong resale values help. This page tracks the Q5's updates, plug-in hybrid news, recalls, pricing and its endless comparison tests.
Audi's best-selling SUV, the polished midsize crossover in its newest generation, with Sportback styling, a quick SQ5 and plug-in hybrid power.
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