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2023 Audi Q5 35 TDI review
The Audi Q5 35 TDI might not be as flashy as the variants sitting above it in the range, but it still has something to offer.
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Scott Collie
2022 Audi Q5 vs 2024 Cupra Formentor Comparison
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
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Based on the Audi Q5 35 TDI MHEV
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Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
65L - 70L
312 to 560 km
40L - 55L
76 to 424 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
3 year - 5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$77,700 - $86,300
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Represents solid value alongside broader range
- Efficient in the real world
- Finally gets digital dash for MY23
Misses
- Front-wheel drive only
- Adaptive cruise buried in a package
- Not as efficient as claim in the real world
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- 140kW engine packs enough punch
- Handsome exterior, spacious cabin
- Impressive ride and handling balance
Misses
- Noisy on the highway
- Interior technology can be fiddly
- New model coming next year
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Climate Front Cup Holder (+$390)
- Metallic Paint (+$1,990)
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Colours Available
The Formentor is available in the following metallic finishes:
- Nevada White
- Magnetic Tech
- Midnight Black
- Asphalt Blue
The following premium metallic finishes are a $475 option:
- Desire Red (excludes VZx)
- Graphene Grey
- Dark Camouflage
The following matte finishes are a $2300 option exclusive to the VZx:
- Petrol Blue
- Magnetic Tech
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1968 - 2967 | 1395 - 1984 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 3.0L | 2.0L, 1.4L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO V6, DIESEL TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 - 24 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 120kW - 210kW | 110kW - 228kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3250 - 5000 | 4200 - 5450 | |
| Torque | ||
| 370Nm - 620Nm | 250Nm - 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 1750 | 1500 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.6 - 16 | 9.3 - 12.2 | |
