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Audi Q5

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The Car Guide rating 4.0/5 80% Detailed ratings

Price $46,550 – $73,100 Payments

Fuel consumption 8.2 – 13.1 L/100km

Awards Best compact luxury SUV of 2021 coupe

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The popular Audi Q5 gets a slight makeover for the 2021 model year. At the same time, the company has revised output and upgraded the infotainment system. The three available powertrains include a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder in 45 TFSI trim, a turbocharged V6 producing 349 horsepower in the sporty SQ5, and a plug-in hybrid system in the 55 TFSI model. That last one offers a zero-emission range of just over 30 kilometres.

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REVIEW: 2018 Audi Q5

2018 seems far off, but for Audi it's obviously right around the corner. Graeme got a sneak preview of the second generation all new 2018 Audi Q5. It grows in most dimensions including additional cargo space, however it's also lighter than the outgoing TFSI model.

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The Car Guide rating 80%

Pros

Stable and safe
Precise assembly and meticulous finish
Good comfort and seat support
Various engines

Cons

Uninviting rear central seating
Perfectible rear visibility
Average cargo volume
Expensive options

Global rating

Fuel economy	7/10
Reliability	7/10
Safety	7/10
Infotainment	8/10
Driving	8/10
Overall	8/10

Compact luxury SUVs

Fuel economy	7/10
Reliability	7/10
Safety	7/10
Infotainment	8/10
Driving	8/10
Overall	8/10

What's new in 2021

More powerful engines, redesigned body and cabin, new screens and revised multimedia interface.

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December 13, 2023
Engine
October 7, 2022
Visual System
October 5, 2022
Suspension
January 26, 2022
Electrical
December 9, 2021
Seats And Restraints
August 4, 2021
Suspension
April 26, 2021

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