What is it?
The second generation Q5 (FYB) is Audi's mid size luxury SUV, refreshed for 2024 on the PPC platform with sharper lights, the cleaner front fascia, and the segment's best cabin. Three grades for Australia: 45 TFSI quattro, 55 TFSI e PHEV, and the SQ5 V6 flagship.
The lineup runs from Q5 45 TFSI quattro at $86,500 plus on-roads, through to SQ5 at $115,500 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
Segment benchmark cabin quality with knurled controls and the cleanest dashboard layout in the class. Quattro AWD is standard across every grade.
7-speed S-tronic can be hesitant in slow traffic, with a low speed lurch on take off. PHEV boot drops to 465 L due to battery packaging.
Should you buy the Q5?
Reasons to buy
- Segment benchmark cabin quality with knurled controls and the cleanest dashboard layout in the class. Quattro AWD is standard across every grade.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
- 5-star ANCAP (2024), full driver-assist suite.
- 520 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Reasons to wait
- 7-speed S-tronic can be hesitant in slow traffic, with a low speed lurch on take off. PHEV boot drops to 465 L due to battery packaging.
- You want a full electric medium luxury SUV (Q6 e-tron is the separate path), or you want a longer PHEV EV range (Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e claims 130 km).
- Options pricing escalates fast. S line and tech pack add thousands. Lock in your spec and trade ins before signing the order.
- Top trim climbs to $115,500 plus on-roads.
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