2020 Audi Q5 Review

Name: 2020 Audi Q5
Brand: Audi

Price Range: $18,798 - $29,998

2020 Audi Q5 Prestige 45 TFSI quattro 4dr SUV Exterior Shown

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7.9

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

The 2020 Audi Q5 is compelling enough to contend for the top in the compact luxury SUV class. It gets high scores for its impeccably designed interior and easy-to-use technology. A lack of cargo space is the only significant drawback.

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Audi Q5 types

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Pros

Quiet, comfortable cabin features top-notch interior craftsmanship
All-wheel drive comes standard
array of technology options

Cons

Limited space for luggage behind rear seats

What's new

New plug-in hybrid engine option
Revised standard and optional feature availability
Part of the second Q5 generation introduced for 2018

Overview

Written by automotive expert Kurt Niebuhr

Updated: 10/26/2020

In the span of just a decade, the Audi Q5 has gone from an unassuming little crossover SUV to Audi's sales leader. In fact, so successful was the original design that Audi has overhauled the Q5 only once in its lifetime. The newest version, introduced in 2018, has continued the Q5's upward trajectory and remains one of our favorites in a competitive segment.

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2020 Audi Q5
Premium Plus 4dr SUV w/45 TFSI
$18,798
fair price
$301 below market
- 80,570 miles
- 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
- 19 mi away
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
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Located in Rockville, MD
Price excludes required taxes, tag, other governmental fees but includes a dealer processing charge of $799.We have taken reasonable efforts to ensure...
Features and Specs:
24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)
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VIN:
WA1BNAFY3L2006861
Stock:
TL2006861
Certified Pre-Owned:
No
Listed since:
08-05-2026
2020 Audi Q5
Premium 4dr SUV w/45 TFSI
$18,894
fair price
$146 below market
- 62,120 miles
- 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
- 17 mi away
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Manassas, VA
LOADED WITH VALUE! Comes equipped with: Rear Air Conditioning, Front Heated Seats. This Audi Q5 also includes Clock, Climate Control, Tachometer, Mult...
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24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)
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VIN:
WA1ANAFY8L2074245
Stock:
74245
Certified Pre-Owned:
No
Listed since:
01-20-2026

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We like the compact dimensions of the Q5 and the ease with which passengers can get in and out of it, even in tight parking spots. And with its quality materials and clean design, the interior continues to impress us as well. Other advantages include advanced but easy-to-use technology features and smooth road manners.

But other manufacturers are honing their small luxury crossovers. BMW's X3 and Mercedes-Benz's GLC, for example, offer similar levels of refinement yet more cargo space. The Q5 also comes up short on power upgrades — a four-cylinder engine is the only thing offered — though Audi would likely note that you can get the related SQ5 if you want more performance. Overall, the popular Q5 strikes a pleasing and satisfying balance of luxury and comfort.

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Good

7.9

out of 10

We drove the 2020 Audi Q5 on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

7.5/10

How does the Q5 drive? Our test Q5 covered 0-60 mph in 6.2 seconds, an average time for a small luxury crossover SUV. The braking power is also solid, and the pedal is easy to modulate in typical driving. Handling is secure, though the stability control system can be overly intrusive at times, diminishing your level of fun.

The best part about the Q5 is its great balance of performance and drivability. The seven-speed dual-clutch automatic shifts quickly and smoothly, and it feels well-tuned for the engine. And because of the Q5's relatively compact size, it's easy to squeeze into small parking spots.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the Q5? The Audi Q5 does well on every comfort metric. Like most of the cars in the class, it's easy to drive for many hours at a time. The seats are firm but well shaped for hours of comfortable touring. The leather upholstery breathes reasonably well, but on hot days you'll want the ventilated seats that are available on the top trim level. The rear seats lack a little thigh support for the average adult.

Low levels of interior noise add to the comfort. Road noise is muted to barely noticeable levels, and wind noise is essentially absent at highway speeds. The engine is also appropriately quiet, but it doesn't sound that great under hard acceleration.

Interior

8.5/10

How’s the interior? The Q5's interior design continues to impress us. The design is minimal and tidy, and the smart use of multipurpose switches and knobs reduces the clutter of buttons found in rivals.

Even though the Q5 isn't a big vehicle, it feels big inside. Headroom and lateral space in front and back are generous, and there's plenty of legroom for adults in the rear seats. Visibility is also quite good. This is one of the few SUVs that doesn't require constant monitoring of the backup camera when you're maneuvering in tight spaces.

Technology

8/10

How’s the tech? Audi's technology features are refreshingly easy to use. The doubling up of functions for switches, buttons and knobs keeps the cabin from getting cluttered with controls. The MMI infotainment system remains one of the best in the industry thanks to a simple layout and intuitive menus. The inclusion of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto only adds to the tech flexibility, although we'd prefer a touchscreen interface for these applications.

Most of the Q5's driver aids work well, but the stability control system is unusually sensitive. If the Q5 is driven with vigor, the system will kick in aggressively when cornering by activating the brakes at specific wheels. Most drivers will never corner with this kind of speed, but it could occur in emergency swerves.

Storage

7/10

How’s the storage? The Q5's cargo capacity is typical for the class. Plenty of hooks and nets keep smaller objects in place, and a track-based anchor system handles the bigger stuff. A power liftgate is standard across the lineup. The rear seats don't fold completely flat with the cargo floor.

The door pockets and the center armrest bin are adequately sized for personal items, and a handy narrow slot keeps your phone secure. The cupholders are placed in front of the armrest, which might impede use of the infotainment system.

Fuel Economy

8/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates fuel economy at 24 mpg in combined city/highway driving, which is marginally better than the four-cylinder AWD competition. On our mixed-driving 115-mile evaluation route, we achieved an impressive 28.1 mpg.

Value

7.5/10

Is the Q5 a good value? The Audi Q5 is priced in lockstep with the BMW X3 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC. The Audi gets a slight advantage for the consistently good interior, sturdy assembly and impeccable materials on all trim levels. Warranty coverage is average for a luxury automaker.

Wildcard

8.5/10

We have high expectations in the luxury SUV class and the Audi Q5 meets or exceeds them. The Q5 is classy, modern and sophisticated inside and out. It's somewhat understated in the class and that's a good thing. Overall, it simply feels well built and special, giving the driver and passengers a premium luxury experience.

2020 Audi Q5 trim level differences

The 2020 Audi Q5 is available in one of three trim levels: Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige. Moving through the trim levels brings more standard features as well as select option packages. Compare the 2020 Audi Q5 trim levels in-depth.

Which Q5 trim does Edmunds recommend?

Of the three available trim levels, we like the middle ground Premium Plus. It comes with some appealing luxury and technology features that you can't get on the base model. It also gives you access to more features you might want, offering many of the features from the top-level Prestige as options.

Cost to Drive

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$237/mo

$224/mo

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Reliability

The 2020 Audi Q5 has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and 6 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3 out of 5, ranks it #19 out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUVs. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

3 out of 5 stars3/5Above Average

#19 out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$644/yr

vs. $602/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize SUV

Frequency

1.51x/yr

vs. 1.09x/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize SUV

Severity

15.6%

vs. 9.4%
for Average Luxury Midsize SUV

Recalls

6 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 23V842000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 93U6/93U8
Number of vehicles affected:: 93196
Defect Description:: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Defect Consequence:: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.

Recall Number:: 22V034000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 42L5
Number of vehicles affected:: 31058
Defect Description:: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Defect Consequence:: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.

Recall Number:: 21V947000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 90S9
Number of vehicles affected:: 288991
Defect Description:: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Q5, and SQ5 vehicles. A liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to penetrate the gateway control module, causing it to shutdown.
Defect Consequence:: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90S9.

Recall Number:: 21V295000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 42L1
Number of vehicles affected:: 40993
Defect Description:: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Defect Consequence:: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.

Recall Number:: 20V505000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 72L1, 72K8
Number of vehicles affected:: 4854
Defect Description:: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen ) is recalling certain 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, Jetta, Jetta GLI and Tiguan and Audi Q5 and SQ5 and 2021 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. Parts of the front seat frame and backrest adjuster may not have been welded properly.
Defect Consequence:: In the event of a rear-end crash, the backrest adjustment could break, possibly reducing the amount of occupant restraint, thus increasing risk of injury.
Corrective Action:: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats, and, as necessary, replace the seatback frames, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 25, 2020. Volkswagen owners may contact their customer service at 1-888-241-2289. Audi owners may contact their customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 72L1, 72K8, and 72K9.

Recall Number:: 19V737000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 66K8
Manufactured from:: 2017-01-12 to 2019-08-07
Number of vehicles affected:: 174278
Defect Description:: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi SQ5 and 2018-2020 Audi Q5 vehicles. The rear wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach from the vehicle.
Defect Consequence:: The detached trim may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action:: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four clips securing the forward part of the rear wheel arch trim, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 66K8.

Warranty

4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 12 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 4 years / unlimited miles

Audi Q5 Reviews

Owner Reviews

3.4

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2020 Q5 Features & Specs

Type:

SUV

Trim:

Premium

Est. Market Value	$18,420
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	24 MPG
Cost to Drive	$237/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	25.1 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Q5 models:

Automatic Emergency Braking: Can detect obstacles and pedestrians as well as initiate automatic emergency braking if the driver fails to respond to a series of warnings.
Side Assist/Pre Sense Rear: Combines visual and audible warnings when objects enter the Q5's blind spot or cross the vehicle from behind.
Rear Side Airbags: Optional airbags can deploy from the side of the rear seats in the event of a side collision.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover16.4%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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