With more weight on the nose, it's not as deft to steer as the turbo-4 Q5, but this V-6 can blast away traffic inertia and hug exit ramps like a champ, even if the magnitude of difference over the turbo-4 isn't all that great.Īudi offers two fuel-conscious Q5s. It's a second quicker to 60 mph, but has the same all-wheel-drive system and 8-speed automatic as other models. Most buyers will at least look at the 272-hp supercharged V-6. It's plenty assertive in the Q5, with smooth power and not much turbo lag, quick enough to hit 60 mph in 7 seconds and to cruise to a 130-mph top speed. It has 220 hp, down versus other gas-powered models, but it weighs less even at its 4,100-pound curb weight. In every case, the Q5's well-sorted suspension responds capably.įor the most nimble model, choose the base 2.0-liter turbo-4. With a choice of five engines, all the different Q5s impart their own driving feel, from brightly enthusiastic to sensibly pragmatic. The Audi Q5 is one of the rare crossover vehicles with true multiple personalities-in the best possible sense. ( Owners of affected vehicles can enter their VIN numbers to see if their cars are eligible for buyback.) To determine eligibility for all affected Volkswagen, Porsche, and Audi models, Volkswagen set up for owners. As part of unprecedented settlements with federal and state governments, Volkswagen agreed to buyback from owners diesel-equipped models of this vehicle. In 2015, Volkswagen admitted diesel engines in this model illegally cheated federal tests and polluted beyond allowable limits. The top models can go out the door for $55,000 or more, once they're fitted with features like adaptive cruise control, a rear-seat entertainment system, and in-car wireless internet.
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Audi's finally made Bluetooth standard equipment.įrom a base price just under $40,000, the Q5 comes with standard power features, leather, power front seats, satellite radio, and heated mirrors. A rearview camera is available, in an expensive package of features. Road noise is an issue, but the Q5 has lovely build quality and a refined, tightly composed look and feel.Īs a recent IIHS Top Safety Pick, the Q5 has a good crash-test history, but its equipment is less generous. The back seat has reasonable leg and knee room, though it's not so wide that three adults will fit across its bench seat. The seats are firmly bolstered and fit lots of body types well. Head and leg room in the front seats is ample. The Q5 has a relatively high seating position. Stay tuned for more after our upcoming first drive.)
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(We may feel differently about the high-powered, 354-hp SQ5 edition coming soon. We'd pass on Drive Select, a toggle control that switches between different driving modes. With all the non-hybrid drivetrains, the Q5 does a great job at highway cruising and passing, and it truly feels like a lean and responsive sport wagon in corners. All Q5 crossovers sport all-wheel drive, and an 8-speed, paddle-shifted automatic.
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There are both Hybrid and turbodiesel models available, but the diesel has stronger low-end torque and higher EPA combined-cycle ratings. Down some 72 hp, it feels nearly as quick as the supercharged V-6. The drivetrains are great, especially the 2.0-liter turbo four.
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Last year's push for higher fuel economy continues for 2014, even as Audi plots a higher-performance model for the Q5.