The third-generation Audi Q5 has landed in Australia, boasting exclusively 48V mild-hybrid powertrains at launch with plug-in hybrid power on the way.
Cost of entry is up by nearly $7600 over the outgoing model to $81,000 before on-road costs, though Audi says the base model alone has “over $10,000 of extra value” without accounting for the updated powertrains.
The high-performance SQ5 returns as a petrol-only go-fast SUV, available with a ‘purist’ edition one to go with the full-fat spec – the former priced $16,000 less in exchange for fewer features on the spec sheet.
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All launch versions of the Audi Q5 and SQ5 in Australia feature the company’s ‘MHEV plus’ technology, which extends the 48V system’s capability by allowing the vehicle to drive and roll at low speeds in EV mode.
It claims to save up to 0.75L/100km on the combined cycle (more in urban settings) while contributing an 18kW/230Nm boost under load.
Audi Australia has all but confirmed the Q5 e-hybrid PHEV, which is expected in the new year and offers up to 100km of zero-emissions driving range according to global specs.
The new, swoopier Audi Q5 Sportback is also expected to arrive before the end of this year.
Pricing
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| 2025 Audi Q5 TFSI | $81,000 |
| 2025 Audi Q5 TDI quattro | $87,600 |
| 2025 Audi Q5 TDI quattro sport | $94,100 |
| 2025 Audi SQ5 edition one | $106,400 |
| 2025 Audi SQ5 | $122,400 |
Powertrains and Efficiency
| Specifications | Q5 TFSI | Q5 TDI quattro | SQ5 TFSI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4cyl turbo-petrol 48V MHEV | 2.0L 4cyl turbo-diesel 48V MHEV | 3.0L V6 turbo-petrol 48V MHEV |
| Engine outputs | 150kW + 340Nm | 150kW + 400Nm | 270kW + 550Nm |
| Electric motor outputs | 18kW + 230Nm | 18kW + 230Nm | 18kW + 230Nm |
| Battery | 1.7kWh LFP | 1.7kWh LFP | 1.7kWh LFP |
| Transmission | 7-speed dual-clutch | 7-speed dual-clutch | 7-speed dual-clutch |
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-whee drive |
| Weight | 1910kg | 2030kg | 2115kg |
| 0-100km/h (claimed) | 8.6s | 7.4s | 4.5 seconds |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 5.7L/100km | 5.4L/100km | 7.6L/100km |
| Fuel tank capacity | 65L | 65L | 65L |
| Fuel requirement | 95-octane | Diesel | 98-octane |
| CO2 emissions | 129g/km | 141g/km | 172g/km |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| Braked tow capacity | 2000kg | 2000kg | 2000kg |
Dimensions
*Overseas model pictured
| Dimensions | Audi Q5 |
|---|---|
| Length | 4717mm |
| Width | 1900mm |
| Height | 1647mm |
| Wheelbase | 2820mm |
| Cargo capacity | 520-1473L |
Servicing and Warranty
Both the Q5 and SQ5 are covered by Audi Australia’s five year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
| Servicing and Warranty | Audi Q5 |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 years, unlimited kilometres |
| Roadside assistance | 5 years |
| Service intervals | 12 months or 15,000 kilometres |
| Capped-price servicing | 5 year Service Plan |
| Total capped-price service cost | $3520 |
Safety
The new-gen Audi Q5 is yet to receive an ANCAP safety rating at the time of launch, though it already has a five-star rating from sister authority Euro NCAP.
| Category | Audi Q5* |
|---|---|
| Adult occupant protection | 85 per cent |
| Child occupant protection | 86 per cent |
| Vulnerable road user protection | 79 per cent |
| Safety assist | 77 per cent |
*Euro NCAP scores only
Standard safety features include:
- 9 airbags incl. front-centre
- Active front assist – AEB
- Autonomous emergency braking – forward
- Front cross-traffic assist
- Front turn assist
- Swerve assist
- Adaptive cruise control with stop/go
- Driver attention and fatigue monitor
- Emergency lane-keep assist
- Lane departure warning
- Side assist
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Safe exit warning
- Rear cross-traffic assist
- Rear turn assist
- 360-degree cameras incl. kerb view
- Park assist plus
- Parking sensors – front, rear
- Semi-autonomous parking
- Speed sign recognition
- Tyre pressure loss indicator
Audi has also allowed for quick access to certain assistance feature settings by way of a favourites menu, allowing you to select up to five features that you might want to quickly switch on or off.
Further, the German marque has said quite openly it spent a bit of time pre-launch calibrating the Q5’s assistance systems locally, which it does for most of its new models.
Standard Equipment
2025 Audi Q5 equipment highlights – TFSI 150kW + TDI quattro 150kW
- S line exterior
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Matrix LED headlights
- incl. selectable light signatures
- LED tail lights with rear projection light
- 11.9-inch ‘virtual cockpit’ OLED digital instrument cluster
- 14.5-inch OLED touchscreen infotainment system
- Wireless and wired Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
- Satellite navigation
- Audi sound system with subwoofer
- Colour interior ambient lighting
- Wireless phone charger incl. cooling
- Auto-dimming mirrors with memory
- Extended upholstery package incl. contrast stitching
- Inlays in matte brushed aluminium
- Rear seat bench – sliding, reclining
- 4-way adjustable headrests
Q5 sport adds:
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Panoramic sunroof
- Electrically opening
- Electric sunshade
- Sport front seats with integrated headrests
- S line interior
- S embossing on front seats
- 3-spoke sport steering wheel – flat top, bottom
- Inlays in matte brushed aluminium with linear embossing
- Pedals in stainless steel
- Black headlining
SQ5 edition one adds:
- 20-inch Audi Sport alloy wheels – black metallic
- S sport suspension
- Red brake calipers
- Privacy glass
- Black exterior package
- Singleframe grille
- Front and rear bumper trims
- Window trims
- Lower door trims
- Roof rails
- Exterior mirror housings
- Dark tailpipe trims
- Audi rings in anthracite
SQ5 adds:
- Metallic paint
- 21-inch Audi Sport alloy wheels
- S exterior aluminium styling
- Acoustic glazing – front-side windows
- Premium leather upholstery incl. diamond stitch
- Interior elements in Dinamica suede
- Ventilated front seats
- Massaging front seats
- Interior dynamic interaction light
- Head-up display
- 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system
- Higher charging capacity for USB-C interfaces
Options
Premium package: $5400 – Q5 + Q5 sport
- Head-up display
- Bang & Olufsen 3D premium sound system
- Colour interior ambient lighting
- incl. dynamic intersection light
- USB interfaces with higher charging capacity
- Acoustic glazing for front door windows
Style package: $3400 (Q5 sport) $4900 (Q5)
- 20-inch Audi Sport alloy wheels
- Black exterior package
- Privacy glass
Tech pro package: $5700 – Q5 sport + SQ5
- Heated steering wheel
- MMI front passenger display
- Electric steering column
- Heated outboard rear seats
- Digital OLED tail lights
Carbon style package: $9200 – SQ5 + SQ5 edition one
- Carbon exterior mirrors
- Carbon door inlays
- Carbon roof spoiler
A range of standalone options are also available depending on variant, including premium paints, alternate alloy wheel designs, interior upholsteries and trim inlays, and rear window sun-blinds.
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