The Lemon Index2025 Audi Q5. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM-S7) | AWD | 22 / 30 / 25 | Premium | $3,100 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Auto (AM-S7) | AWD | 23 / 28 / 25 | Premium | $3,100 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Auto (AM-S7) | AWD | 25 / 27 / 26 | Premium | $3,000 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Auto (AM-S7) | AWD | 19 / 26 / 22 | Premium | $3,500 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Auto (S8) | AWD | 19 / 24 / 21 | Premium | $3,700 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Automatic emergency braking | 70% |
| Electrical | 43% |
| Brakes | 22% |
| Lane assist | 19% |
| Engine | 15% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
26V266000 Apr 2026 Seat Belts / Pretensioner
Defect. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 Q5, Q5 Sportback, SQ5, and SQ5 Sportback vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belts may have been manufactured incorrectly, and fail to properly restrain occupants during a crash.
Risk. Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GT.
Manufacturer communications 934
Audi filed 934 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- This bulletin provides information on brake noise analysis and handling
- This bulletin provides information on document requirements before replacement of the vehicle…
- This bulletin provides information when the airbag warning light is on, DTC B13BCF2 stored in…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi Q5 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Audi Q5 PHEV SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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