2023 Audi Q5 price and specs: Entry-level diesel back for good

The venerable Audi Q5line-up has seen some minor adjustments for 2023, with prices up and the entry-level 35 TDI powertrain returning as a full-time member of the local range alongside a new TFSI e plug-in hybrid variant.

Last year, Audi Australia introduced a number of ‘Limited Edition’ Q5 variants in the wake of component shortages and supply challenges, with adjusted specification and pricing compared to the core range. Now, it seems everything is back to normal.

The Audi Q5 35 TDI now serves as the new entry point to the range, following positive reception from Australian buyers in Limited Edition guise. It essentially mirrors the specification of the base 40 TDI quattro and 45 TFSI quattro, if with a lower state of tune and front-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive.

Also new to the range is the Q5 55 TFSI e, a four-cylinder plug-in hybrid version that serves as the new power leader in the line-up, with up to 55 kilometres of pure electric driving range.

No longer is the core Q5 range available with a six-cylinder engine, though. The 50 TDI quattro with its 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel with mild-hybrid tech has been dropped from the local line-up, with the SQ5 TDI now the sole non-four-cylinder engine variant.

Prices are also up since MY23 builds commenced late last year, by between $1000-$2500 depending on variant. As before, both SUV and Sportback body styles are on offer.

Pricing

Audi Q5

• Q5 35 TDI: $67,900
• Q5 40 TDI quattro: $75,500
• Q5 45 TFSI quattro: $75,800
• Q5 40 TDI quattro Sport: $81,500
• Q5 45 TFSI quattro Sport: $82,800
• Q5 55 TFSI e quattro S line: $102,900
• SQ5 TDI quattro: $112,200

Audi Q5 Sportback

• Q5 Sportback 40 TDI quattro S line: $83,400
• Q5 Sportback 45 TFSI quattro S line: $92,000
• Q5 Sportback 55 TFSI e quattro S line: $110,200
• SQ5 Sportback TDI quattro: $118,000

Prices exclude on-road costs

Drivetrains

Q5 35 TDI

• Engine: 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel 12V MHEV
• Power: 120kW (3250-4200rpm)
• Torque: 370Nm (1500-3000rpm)
• Transmission: 7-speed S tronic, dual-clutch
• Driveline: Front-wheel drive
• 0-100km/h: 9.0 seconds
• Top speed: 213km/h

Q5 40 TDI quattro

• Engine: 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel 12V MHEV
• Power: 150kW (3800-4200rpm)
• Torque: 400Nm (1750-3250rpm)
• Transmission: 7-speed S tronic, dual-clutch
• Driven wheels: All-wheel drive
• 0-100km/h: 7.6 seconds
• Top speed: 222km/h

Q5 45 TFSI quattro

• Engine: 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol 12V MHEV
• Power: 183kW (5000-6000rpm)
• Torque: 370Nm (1600-4500rpm)
• Transmission: 7-speed S tronic, dual-clutch
• Driven wheels: All-wheel drive
• 0-100km/h: 6.3 seconds
• Top speed: 237km/h

Q5 55 TFSI e quattro

• Engine: 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol PHEV
• Battery: 17.9kWh lithium ion (14.4kWh usable)
• Power: 270kW (195kW + 105kW)
• Torque: 500Nm (370Nm + 350Nm)
• Transmission: 7-speed S tronic, dual-clutch
• Driven wheels: All-wheel drive
• 0-100km/h: 5.3 seconds
• Top speed: N/A

SQ5 TDI quattro

• Engine: 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel 48V MHEV
• Power: 251kW (3800-3950rpm)
• Torque: 700Nm (1750-3250rpm)
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic
• Driven wheels: All-wheel drive
• 0-100km/h: 5.1 seconds
• Top speed: 250km/h

Efficiency

Q5 35 TDI

• Fuel consumption (combined): 4.8L/100km
• CO2 emissions: 125g/km

Q5 40 TDI quattro

• Fuel consumption (combined): 5.4L/100km
• CO2 emissions: 142-143g/km

Q5 45 TFSI quattro

• Fuel consumption (combined): 8.0L/100km
• CO2 emissions: 182-183g/km

Q5 55 TFSI e quattro:

• Fuel consumption (combined): 2.0L/100km
• CO2 emissions: N/A
• Electric range: 53-55km

SQ5 TDI quattro

• Fuel consumption (combined): 7.0-7.1L/100km
• CO2 emissions: 185-186g/km

Dimensions

Audi Q5

• Length: 4682mm
• Width: 1893mm
• Height: 1663mm
• Wheelbase: 2832mm
• Boot capacity: 520L-1520L

Audi Q5 Sportback:

• Length: 4689mm
• Width: 1893mm
• Height: 1661mm
• Wheelbase: 2829mm
• Boot capacity: 510L

Servicing and Warranty

The Audi range is covered by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty in Australia.

Maintenance is required every 12 months or 15,000 kilometres – whichever comes first. Audi offers five-year Genuine Care Plans that cover up to 75,000km.

For the regular Q5 TDI and TFSI range, the service plan costs $3140. Meanwhile, the SQ5 TDI’s plan is $3170. Audi hasn’t released pricing for the TFSI e plug-in hybrid yet.

Safety

The Audi Q5 and SQ5 range is covered by a five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on Euro NCAP tests conducted in 2017 – though TFSI e plug-in hybrid models are currently unrated.

It scored 93 per cent for adult occupant protection, 86 per cent for child occupant protection, 73 per cent for pedestrian protection, and 58 per cent for safety assist. Note this scored are for older test criteria.

Standard safety features include:

• 8 airbags
  • Dual front
  • Dual front-side
  • Dual curtain
  • Dual rear-side
• Active bonnet
• Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
  • up to 85km/h
  • Pedestrian detection
• Blind-spot monitoring (side assist)
• Collision avoidance assist
• Exit warning
• Automatic high-beam
• Hill descent control
• Lane-keep assist
• Rear cross-traffic assist
• Tyre pressure monitoring

Q5 Sport adds:

• Adaptive cruise control incl. stop/go
• Distance indicator
• Speed limiter
• Traffic Jam Assist
• Park assist
• 360-degree cameras

The above additional equipment is available on the base Q5 as part of the optional Assistance package.

Standard Equipment

Q5 highlights:

• 19-inch alloy wheels
• 235/55 tyres
• LED headlights
• Keyless entry and start
• Power tailgate incl. gesture operation
• Heated exterior mirrors
• Tri-zone climate control
• Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
• Aluminium door sill inlays
• Floor mats front, rear
• Ambient lighting
• 12.3-inch virtual cockpit plus digital instrument cluster
• 10.1-inch MMI touchscreen infotainment system
  • Satellite navigation
  • Voice control
  • DAB+ radio
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
• 8-speaker sound system, 100W output
• Wireless phone charging
• Audi connect plus Navigation & Infotainment*
  • Online traffic information
  • Destination entry via myAudi, Google Maps
  • Parking information
  • Weather
  • Fuel prices
  • Google Services
• Audi connect plus Security & Assistance*
  • Car finder incl. remote signal
  • Remote lock, unlock
  • Emergency call
  • Online roadside assistance
• Electric front seats incl. 4-way lumbar
• Leather-appointed upholstery

*Audi connect plus service subscription valid for up to three years after delivery

Q5 Sport adds:

• 20-inch alloy wheels
• Exterior mirrors with heating, folding, auto dimming, dipping
• Panoramic sunroof
• 10-speaker Audi sound system, 180W
• Driver seat memory
• Heated front seats
• Sport front seats
• Assistance package
  • Adaptive cruise control incl. stop/go
  • Speed limiter
  • Traffic Jam Assist
  • 360-degree cameras

Q5 S line adds:

• S line exterior package
  • S bumpers front, rear
  • Tailgate spoiler
• Red painted brake calipers
• Rear privacy glass
• Colour ambient lighting (30 colours)

SQ5 TDI adds:

• 21-inch Audi Sport alloy wheels
• Matrix LED headlights
• Dynamic turn signals
• Quad tailpipe trims
• 19-speaker 755W Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system
• Fine Nappa leather upholstery, diamond stitched
• Electric steering column adjustment

Note – there are some minor spec differences between the Q5 and Q5 Sportback line-up, detailed below.

Q5 Sportback 40 TDI S line highlights over Q5 40 TDI:

• Sport front seats
• Exterior mirrors with folding, auto dimming, dipping
• Black cloth headliner
• Inlays in aluminium rhombus
• Black gloss accent surfaces
• Illuminated S line door sill trims

Q5 Sportback 45 TFSI S line adds over Q5 45 TFSI:

• Fine Nappa leather upholstery, diamond stitched
• Inlays in matte brushed aluminium
• Pedals in stainless steel
• Rear seat bench seat plus
  • Slide, recline functions

SQ5 Sportback TDI adds over SQ5 TDI:

• Different 21-inch alloy wheel design

Options

Assistance package (Q5): $1769

• Assistance package
• Adaptive cruise control incl. stop/go
• Exterior mirrors with folding, auto dimming, dipping
• Speed limiter
• Traffic Jam Assist
• 360-degree cameras

Comfort package (Q5 Sport): $1300

• Electrically adjustable steering column
• Rear seat bench plus
  • Slide, recline functions

Technik package (Q5 Sport, S line): $4307

• Matrix LED headlights
• Dynamic front, rear indicators
• Bang & Olufsen 755W 3D surround sound system
• Head-up display
• Rear privacy glass

Technik package (Q5 Sportback 45 TFSI S line): $5000

• Matrix LED headlights
• Digital OLED tail lights incl. active graphics
• Dynamic front, rear indicators
• Bang & Olufsen 755W 3D surround sound system
• Head-up display
• Rear privacy glass

Beyond the optional packages, a wide range of single-item cost options are available depending on variant.

Colours

• Ibis White
• Brilliant Black (Q5)
• District Green Metallic*
• Floret Silver Metallic*
• Glacier White Metallic*
• Manhattan Grey Metallic*
• Matador Red Metallic* (Q5)
• Myth Black Metallic*
• Navarra Blue Metallic*
• Ultra Blue Metallic* (Q5 Sportback, SQ5)
• Daytona Grey Pearlescent* (Q5 Sportback, SQ5)

*Premium paint costs $1531 extra for Q5 and Q5 Sportback. $NCO for SQ5

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