Audi Q5 — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Audi Q5 specifications on file for 17 model years, 2010–2026, covering suv trims. Across those years EPA data lists 4 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 24 to 32 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 8 of the 12 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20262L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline29229—03
20252L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline30–312225★143
20242L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline292275★434
20232L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline30–31925★549
20222L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline30–31925★046
20212L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline30–321035★8103
20202L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline29–322265★637
20192L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline292315★552
20182L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline302265★6207
20172L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl superchargedPremium Gasoline25–262454★542
20162L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl supercharged / 3L 6-cyl turboDiesel25–312444★577
20152L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl supercharged / 3L 6-cyl turboDiesel25–312444★699
20142L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl supercharged / 3L 6-cyl turboDiesel25–312444★5106
20132L 4-cyl turbo / 3L 6-cyl superchargedPremium Gasoline25–31242—592
20122L 4-cyl turbo / 3.2L 6-cylPremium Gasoline24–26251—64
20112L 4-cyl turbo / 3.2L 6-cylPremium Gasoline24–26251—5143
20103.2L 6-cylPremium Gasoline24276—4100

Best and Worst Audi Q5 Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 13 Audi Q5 model years from 2010 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 92 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2012 — 4 complaints, 6 recall campaigns
  • 2020 — 37 complaints, 6 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2017 — 42 complaints, 5 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA

Most owner complaints

  • 2018 — 207 complaints, 6 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2011 — 143 complaints, 5 recall campaigns
  • 2014 — 106 complaints, 5 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Audi Q5 covered on this site?

We have data for 17 model years of the Audi Q5, from 2010 to 2026.

What engines does the Audi Q5 come with?

EPA data lists: 3.2L 6-cyl (2010–2012); 2L 4-cyl turbo (2011–2026); 3L 6-cyl supercharged (2013–2017); 3L 6-cyl turbo (2014–2016).

Which Audi Q5 year has the best fuel economy?

The 2021 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 32 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Audi Q5 have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

Yes — the 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.

Which Audi Q5 model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2021 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (8), and the 2018 has the most owner complaints (207). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2022 and 2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Audi Q5?

The Audi Q5 is classed as an SUV on this site.

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