| Model year | 2009 |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | Q5 |
| Style | 3.2 Premium Quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A) |
| Base MSRP | $37,200 |
| Options on test vehicle | Premium Plus Package ($4,300 -- includes panorama sunroof, xenon headlights, LED running lights, power tailgate, universal garage opener, heated front seats, auto-dimming mirrors, power-folding exterior mirrors, driver memory functions, heated front seats and upgraded stereo); Audi MMI Navigation Plus Package ($3,000 -- includes navigation system, voice commands, back-up camera, rear parking sensors, single-CD player); Audi Drive Select ($2,950). |
| As-tested MSRP | $48,275 |
| Drive type | All-wheel drive |
| Engine type | V6 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 3,197cc (195 cu-in) |
| Block/head material | Aluminum/aluminum |
| Valvetrain | Double overhead camshaft |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 12.5 |
| Redline (rpm) | 6,800 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 270 @ 6,500 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 243 @ 3,000 |
| Transmission type | Six-speed automatic |
| Transmission and axle ratios (x:1) | I=4.171, II=2.340, III=1.521, IV=1.143, V=0.867, VI=0.691 |
| Suspension, front | Multilink |
| Suspension, rear | Multilink |
| Steering type | Speed-proportional power steering |
| Steering ratio (x:1) | 16.3:1 |
| Tire brand | Dunlop |
| Tire model | Grand Track Touring |
| Tire type | Mud + snow |
| Tire size, front | 235/60R18 (102 V) |
| Tire size, rear | 235/60R18 (102 V) |
| Wheel size | 18-by-8 inches |
| Wheel material | Cast-aluminum alloy |
| Brakes, front | Ventilated disc |
| Brakes, rear | Ventilated disc |
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 4.7 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 7.2 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 10.7 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 15.4 @ 91.8 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 7.0 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 31 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 123 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 64.3 (SC off); 63.4 (SC on) |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 0.74 (SC Off); 0.73 (SC ON) |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 42.8 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 71.0 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 65.2 |
| Acceleration comments | Runs done with powertrain in Dynamic mode. Best run in "D." Holds gears past redline. Responds well to brake torque. |
| Braking rating | Very Good |
| Braking comments | Superb pedal feel. Good immediacy. Consistent pedal despite longer stops. |
| Handling rating | Good |
| Handling comments | Skid pad: All handling tests done in Dynamic mode. Lots of "chasing" with stability on here. Turn it off and the Q5 has very respectable manners. Goes right where it's pointed quickly. Slalom: Heavy steering effort and stiff suspension in Dynamic mode make Q5 "feel" responsive and capable, yet its handling numbers don't end up any better than the GLK or XC60. |
| Elevation (ft.) | 1,121 |
| Temperature (°F) | 88.75 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | 2.62 Head |
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 18 city/23 highway/20 combined |
| Edmunds observed (mpg) | 17.6 |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 19.8 |
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 4,178 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 4,178 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 54/46 |
| Length (in.) | 182.2 |
| Width (in.) | 74.0 |
| Height (in.) | 65.1 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 110.5 |
| Track, front (in.) | 63.7 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 63.5 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 38.1 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 41.0 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 37.4 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 41.1 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 39.0 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 57.7 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 56.4 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 29.1 |
| Max. cargo volume, seats folded (cu-ft) | 57.3 |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 12 years/Unlimited miles |
| Roadside assistance | 4 years/Unlimited miles |
| Free scheduled maintenance | 1 year/5,000 miles |
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Standard dual front |
| Head airbags | Standard front and rear |
| Knee airbags | Not available |
| Antilock brakes | 4-wheel ABS |
| Electronic brake enhancements | Braking assist, electronic brakeforce distribution |
| Traction control | Standard |
| Stability control | Standard |
| Rollover protection | Standard |
| Tire-pressure monitoring system | Tire-pressure monitoring |
| Emergency assistance system | Not available |
| NHTSA crash test, driver | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, passenger | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side front | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side rear | Not tested |
| NHTSA rollover resistance | Not tested |
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